Podcasts about youth allowance

Our next guests on air are friends of the show Georgie Purcell and Josh Burns. Georgie has recently been in the press for  helping the hamlet of Elphinstone end plans to start a puppy farm in the area. An application for a proposed dog breeding facility in Elphinstone in Central Victoria has been withdrawn following lobbying from residents and animal activists. The puppy farm had planned to operate 24 hours a day and house up to 150 dogs including corgis, golden retrievers and Cavalier King Charles spaniels. The application for the facility, lodged with Mount Alexander Shire Council in April, stated it “mandates scheduled caesarean sections at specialised veterinary clinics”. Animal Justice MP and Member for Northern Victoria Georgie Purcell said it would have been an “extraordinary” first. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-04/breeder-withdraws-plan-for-controversial-puppy-farm/106753744 Youth Housing Josh was on air today to discuss the Federal Government’s Youth Housing crisis campaign. This budget will deliver nearly $60 million over four years to directly address the youth housing penalty, providing thousands of young Australians access secure housing, helping to reduce youth homelessness. The Federal Government will invest $59.4 million over four years from 2026-27 for community housing providers (CHPs) to help house young people at risk of housing insecurity and homelessness. The new Youth Housing Supplement will provide funding to community housing providers (CHPs) that house eligible young people receiving Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY. Funding will help offset the lower rental income associated with housing young people on lower-rate income support payments, making it easier for providers to offer homes to vulnerable young Australians. The measure is expected to support: 2,325 young people from 1 January 2027 2,500 young people in 2027-28 4,000 young people in 2028-29 4,355 young people in 2029-30 Funding profile ($m) 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 Total 6.0 12.0 19.2 22.3 59.4   Why does this matter? Young people are now among the groups most at risk of homelessness in Australia, with 19 to 24-year-olds experiencing the highest homelessness rate of any age cohort. At the same time, many young people face a structural barrier accessing community housing. Most community housing providers charge income-based rents, typically around 25 per cent of a tenant's income plus Commonwealth Rent Assistance (CRA. Because Youth Allowance and ABSTUDY are significantly lower than payments such as JobSeeker, the Disability Support Pension and the Age Pension, providers receive substantially less rental income from housing young people. In some cases, providers receive up to 54 per cent less rental revenue from a young tenant compared with an older tenant on the Age Pension or Disability Support Pension. Sector organisations have argued this creates a “youth housing penalty” where young people can unintentionally become harder to house within the current funding model, despite often having high levels of vulnerability and support needs. Young people are now among the groups most at risk of homelessness in Australia: Nearly 40 per cent of people presenting alone to homelessness services are under 25. Thousands of young people are turned away from homelessness services each year because support is full. Many cycle between couch surfing, crisis accommodation, unsafe housing and rough sleeping. Housing and homelessness organisations have argued for years that the current system creates a structural disincentive to house young people. The Youth Housing Supplement directly responds to this issue by helping providers absorb the revenue gap and create more pathways into stable housing. The Home Time campaign, the measure responds to extensive advocacy from the Home Time campaign, a national alliance supported by more than 170 housing, homelessness and social welfare organisations across Australia. Home Time has campaigned for reforms that recognise the unique drivers of youth homelessness and create long-term housing pathways for young people, rather than relying solely on crisis accommodation and emergency responses. The proposal also responds to recommendations from the Economic Inclusion Advisory Committee, which identified a youth housing supplement as a targeted way to reduce youth homelessness. Atlas spent a decade moving in and out of homelessness as a young person. During that time, he saw many other young people fall through the cracks, including peers who lost their lives while homeless. He says stable housing can fundamentally change the trajectory of a young person's life. “This Youth Housing Supplement is an incredible investment from the federal government into on the ground action that will make it easier for young people to get out of homelessness and find safety.” “I was in and out of homelessness for 10 years, and in those years, I saw too many people lose their lives. Kids who died on the streets, kids who never truly had a chance to find anything else. Investments like this one will save lives.” Atlas says the measure gives hope to young people who have become accustomed to falling through the cracks. “I can't fully articulate what this supplement means for the young people who are currently experiencing homelessness.” “This subsidy is just the first step of many in the changes we need to make to create a truly equitable system but for the first time in a long time there is hope.” “Helping more people into homes is a big focus of this Budget.” “Right now, it's too hard for too many Australians to get into their own home and get ahead and that's why we're building more homes, fast-tracking approvals, and helping thousands of young people to pay the rent.” Treasurer Jim Chalmers “When a young person has a safe place to live, everything else becomes more possible – education, health, and stable employment.” “This investment is about unlocking safe and secure housing for vulnerable young Australians so they have the solid foundation they need to build strong, secure and independent lives.” Minister for Social Services Tanya Plibersek “The fact that young Australians are now among the groups most at risk of homelessness should stop us in our tracks, and that's why this government is acting.” “Getting a roof over your head can change the course of a young person's life, bringing stability, safety and the chance to build a future.” =Minister for Housing Clare O'Neil The post Sat, 6th June, 2026: Georgie Purcell, Animal Justice Party: Puppy Farms & Josh Burns, ALP, Macnamara; Youth Homelessness Campaign. appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

ලිබරල් සන්ධාන් රජයක් ආවොත් NDIS සහ තවත් රජයේ සුභසාධන වැඩසටහන් 17ක් “Australians only” ඒ කියන්නේ ඔස්ට්‍රේලියානු පුරවැසියන්ට පමණක් සීමා කරන බවයි. මේ සඳහා JobSeeker, Youth Allowance, Carer Payment, Austudy, pensions වගේ සහනාධාරත් ඇතුළත් වෙන්න පුළුවන්.සංක්‍රමණිකයින් ඔස්ට්‍රේලියාවේ පුරවැසිභාවය ලභා නොතිබුනත් ස්ථිර පදිංචි කරුවන් ලෙස ඔවුන් රජයට බදු ගෙවන බව සංක්‍රමණික උපදේශක කණ්ඩායම් පවසනවා. GST බදු හරහාත් සංක්‍රමණිකයින් ඔස්ට්‍රේලියාවේ ආර්ථිකයට දායක වනවා. ඒ නිසා ඔවුන්ට සහයක් ලබාදීම සිදු කල යුතු බව මේ සංවිධාන පවසනවා. මේ පිළිබඳව වැඩිදුර තොරතුරු දැනගන්න SBS News වෙබ් අඩවියේ පලවන ලිපියක් ඇසුරින් සැකසු මේ විශේෂාංගයට සවන් දෙන්න.

The return of torrential rain to parts of New South Wales could trigger anxiety for those who have endured recent flood events, according to a mental health expert. 

A school of fish, a murder of crows and a Trumpet of Patriots. First up, Emerald and Tom take a look at the election date predictions (9:34). Then, welfare (14:33) - Greens are pitching a $7.2bn plan to massively expand and boost Youth Allowance and JobSeeker, while NACC now has decided that maybe Robodebt was bad after all. Next, Greens pitch new insurance policy, including abolishing stamp duty and making polluters contribute to increasing premiums (42:01). Does Dutton agree!? Finally, a call to action (1:05:01). ---------- Just released on Patreon - “Inside The Greens #8 : Iraq war & heckling Bush” The show can only exist because of our wonderful Patreon subscriber’s support. Subscribe for $3/month to get access to our fortnightly subscriber-only full episode, and unlock our complete library of over SIXTY past bonus episodes. https://www.patreon.com/SeriousDangerAU ---------- Call to action - There’s an election coming! https://greens.org.au/events Check out the platform - https://greens.org.au/platform Unemployed Workers Union - https://antipovertycentre.org/ Rick Morton’ story in the Saturday Paper: https://www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/news/politics/2025/02/15/exclusive-ten-dead-after-welfare-glitch-ignored-government Serious Danger merch - https://seriousdanger.bigcartel.com/ Produced by Michael Griffin https://www.instagram.com/mikeskillz Follow us on https://twitter.com/SeriousDangerAU https://www.instagram.com/seriousdangerau https://www.tiktok.com/@seriousdangerauSupport the show: http://patreon.com/seriousdangerauSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers unveiled the Working Future white paper yesterday. We unpack what it means for inflation and the underemployed. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the wake of the government announcement that a number of welfare payments, including JobSeeker, Austudy, and Youth Allowance, would increase by $40 a day, Ash interviews Dr Shawn Leu. Dr Leu is a senior lecturer of economics, focusing on macroeconomics, within the UNE School of Business on the impact of this announcement and whether it is sufficient.

There's a lot to be gleaned about the government – and the Prime Minister – from the way it spends its money. Expert Dennis Shanahan explains. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the treasurer readies next month's federal budget, a group tasked by the federal government to examine income support payments says the rate of JobSeeker and Youth Allowance are "seriously inadequate."  Rev. Bill Crews speaks to CEO of the Australian Council of Social Service, Cassandra Goldie about JobSeeker and what she would like Treasurer Jim Chalmers to implement in the forthcoming budget.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are concerns about Youth Allowance and the pension with claims that harsh rules are blocking people from getting a fair deal.   

There are concerns about Youth Allowance and the pension with claims that harsh rules are blocking people from getting a fair deal.   

Jennifer interviews Mark Zirnsak from the Tax Justice Network Australia, about the federal budget just handed down.     While there are some positives, such as extra refugee visas for Afghan people, and funding for the ATO to target multinationals avoiding tax, in the main it is a regressive budget.     Tax breaks for the wealthy will be continued well into the future, despite some tax offsets for low and middle income earners in the short term.The one-off payment of $250 for people on certain Centrelink payments will do little to help those on JobSeeker and Youth Allowance, who need an additional $483 per week just to survive.   Beyond short term pre-election cash splashes, or even fiscal (low spending) conservatism, budgets need to be aligned with our values and the sort of society and environment we want to work toward.    NB: Mark refers to 'doughnut economics', which we talked about in a previous program:An economy for humans and for the planet (June 2019)We also talked about the problem of economic growth in past programs:Economic growth: when impotent daydreams meet noxious nightmares (August 2019)Exploring de-growth (September 2019)         

For the first time in two years, direct flights from Australia to Bali are back, and there's no quarantine requirements for fully-vaxxed tourists. But how can the tourism industry make international flying more sustainable? There's calls to make aviation fuel more efficient to keep gas emissions down. And, Youth Allowance and JobSeeker payments are going up this month - but with the rising cost of petrol hitting everyone hard, will it make much of a difference? We also speak to Dr Rachel Farrelly, who is making history by becoming the first Indigenous female surgeon in Australia. Plus, the murder trial of Kumanjayi Walker resulted in a not guilty verdict for constable Zachary Rolfe. Now, Walpiri elders are calling for a change to policing in Indigenous communities — including getting rid of guns. Live guests: Neil Hansford, aviation expert Ben Groundwater, travel writer Claudia Long, Hack's political reporter Gunu woman Dr Rachel Farrelly Dr Terry Goldsworthy, Associate Professor in criminology, Bond university

Around 82,000 more people now dependent on JobSeeker and Youth Allowance.  Australia's competition watchdog says Google is misusing its dominance of digital advertising... Thousands of families have been stung with childcare subsidy debts, sparking claims of hypocrisy as the federal government lets profitable businesses keep JobKeeper payments.  And Golfers can tee-off again from today but they might not get the hole-in-one they were hoping for.  For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

القرارات السياسية وإيجاد فرص عمل والصعوبات الاقتصادية والاجتماعية وقضايا الهوية والانخراط في المجتمع هي بعض التحديات التي تواجه الشباب العربي في أستراليا.

Social media hasn't just normalised using filters to create the perfect image; it's also normalised editing our bodies IRL. Tonight we speak to young people who've forked out big money for the perfect bod, including the popular but dangerous Brazilian Butt Lift procedure. Also, Greater Sydney will be in lockdown for at least another four weeks, but the Federal Government has announced more cash support payments, including to those on Youth Allowance. And, world number one gymnast has pulled out of Tokyo Olympics, citing mental health concerns. We find out why so many young athletes struggling with intense pressure. Live guests: Dr Toni Pikoos, psychologist and researcher Dr Courtney Walton, sports psychologist Mary-Anne Monckton, former gymnast

A year and a half on from the beginning of the pandemic, it feels like we're in a never-ending loop of lockdowns, border closures and long queues for the vaccine, and our mental health has taken a hit. Plus, if you're a student on Youth Allowance, you're not eligible for the weekly disaster payments the PM announced this week to help people in lockdown. Also, it's International Non-Binary People's Day and we talk to young gender-fluid Aussies about coming to terms with their identity. Live guests: Sophie Johnston, youth commissioner at the National Youth Commission Australia Professor Ian Hickie, The University of Sydney's Brain and Mind Centre Imogen Brackin, educator and advocate

John and Glen (hanging out in NZ) answer your questions, including:

New data from national welfare agency Anglicare shows there are no affordable rentals available anywhere in the country if you're a student on welfare. There are a bunch of reasons for it like COVID-19 and a booming housing market but what are the solutions? We find out. The Tassie election is happening and one of the big issues is protest laws. We take a look at why it's such a spicy issue on the island state. And if you're trying to avoid getting smashed - good news - non-alcoholic beverages are having a moment. But is it more than just a fad?

Centrelink is reintroducing the Newly Arrived Resident’s Waiting Period from 1 April for all existing customers and new claims of JobSeeker Payment, Youth Allowance, Austudy, Parenting Payment, Special Benefit, and Farm Household Allowance. - கொரோனோ தொடர்பாக Centrelink அறிவித்த பல விதிவிலக்குகள் மார்ச் மாதம் 31 ஆம் தேதி முதல் முடிவுக்கு வருகின்றன. மீண்டும் Centrelink-இன் இந்த நடைமுறைகள் பழைய நிலைக்குத் திரும்புகின்றன.

Mr Julian Jeyakumar, City & Country Multicultural Services, Federal Department of Human Services, Auburn & Merrylands explains Youth Allowance offered by Centrelink. Produced by RaySel. - மாணவர்கள் பள்ளிப்படிப்பை முடித்துவிட்டு உயர்கல்வியில் இணைய ஆலோசிக்கும் தருணமிது. அவர்களுக்கு Youth Allowance போன்ற நிதி உதவிகளை Centrelink வழங்குகிறது. யார் இதற்கு தகுதி பெறுவர், பெற்றோர் பெறும் Family Tax Benefit போன்ற உதவிகளை இது பாதிக்குமா என்று பல கேள்விகளுக்கு பதில் தருகிறார் வடிவேலு ஜூலியன் ஜெயகுமார் அவர்கள். Centrelink ஐ உள்ளடக்கிய துறையான அரசின் Department of Human Services இல் பல்கலாச்சார சேவை அதிகாரியாக பணியாற்றுகிறார் ஜூலியன் ஜெயகுமார் அவர்கள். நிகழ்ச்சி தயாரிப்பு: றைசெல்.

政府對青年津貼和經濟援助金有新改變

General Manager Hank Jongen and Financial Information Service Officer Justin Bott discuss the ins and outs of Youth Allowance.

Today I’m speaking with Pas Forgione  from ACOSS Aust’n Council for Social Services.Pas is the Raise The Rate community organiser, working closely with people on Newstart (now JobSeeker and JobKeeper) and Youth Allowance, to support them to share their stories, as well as with other supporters and organisations.Before this, he spent over 5 years coordinating Anti-Poverty Network SA, a grassroots campaigning organisation led by people directly affected by poverty and unemployment, that advocated on a wide range of topics related to social security policy, included the inadequacy of Allowances and Pensions, cashless welfare, robodebt, Job Active, Centrelink call waiting times, and other issues.

While international borders remain closed, talk of a safe travel bubble with our kiwi cousins is providing a glimmer of travel hope. Plus, calls to help the arts as figures reveal almost a third of the industry is out of work. And, should we scrap the parental income test for Youth Allowance?

While international borders remain closed, talk of a safe travel bubble with our kiwi cousins is providing a glimmer of travel hope. Plus, calls to help the arts as figures reveal almost a third of the industry is out of work. And, should we scrap the parental income test for Youth Allowance?

7:00        Acknowledgement of Country7:15         Tom Bowerman, Director of Innovation at Berry Street tells Dean about the Teaching Family Model and why it's been such a success. 7:30       Greg Denham, Australian Editor of the LEAP newsletter, drops into the studio to discuss developments in drug policy in Australia and overseas. 7:45         The Australian government moves to drug test Newstart and Youth Allowance recipients. Prof Nicole Lee tells us why this is                      such a bad idea. 8:00        Jenny Curran and Michelle Macklem come into the studio to discuss the Braided Podcast series produced at the Artful  Dodgers Studios, a program of Jesuit Social Services. Jenny tells us about her life with severe asthma and the making of  It ain't easy being Wheezy 8:15       Alice chats with Richard Murphet, Director of the play Broken River, a 'fictional expose of the dark heart of evil lying beneath the            surface of crime and it's policing', showing at La Mamma Theatre.MusicArtist                    Song DRMNGNOW        Indigenous LandCrystal Mercy       Organic Domes

Helen Haines, MP for the Victorian regional seat Indi, made history at the election as the first federal independent to succeed another independent. She was backed by grassroots campaigners, Voices for Indi, who had earlier helped her predecessor, Cathy McGowan, into parliament. But while McGowan towards the end of her time in the House of Representatives shared real legislative power after the Coalition fell into minority government, the same power does not lie with the lower house crossbench today. Still, Haines believes she has what she calls “soft power” as she has focused on relationship building during the first few months into her term. "Building relationships is key to getting things done and it’s key to establishing an environment that is less an environment of conflict and less an environment of bringing people down." On current legislation, Haines is in favour of the government’s push to stop animal-rights activists from publishing farmers’ personal information. "Many people have contacted my office deeply concerned about this and I’m very supportive of bringing their views to the house on this." But she’s a trenchant critic of the government proposal for trials to drug test people going onto Newstart and Youth Allowance. She says “the evidence is not there to support” the move. In Indi, she points to mental health and aged care as frontline issues, which she will seek to work with the government on. Additional Audio: A List of Ways to Die, Lee Rosevere, from Free Music Archive. Image: AAP/ Mick Tsikas

Parliament resumes this week, and Prime Minister Scott Morrison is pushing for a national roll-out of the cashless debit card. - Bunge lime anza vikao tena wiki hii na waziri mkuu Scott Morrison, anaongoza kampeni yakutumiwa kwa kadi ya malipo nchini kote badala ya hela taslim.

 Australia Institute Senior Economist Matt Grudnoff discussed the LNP tax policies and the importance of social policy on economic decision making. Valerie Farfalla also interviewed Melbourne TAFE teacher 'Laine' about the impact of casualisation on staff and the low rate of Newstart and the Youth Allowance on students.