Carers Victoria News2024 National Carer Survey highlights financial stress and lack of recognitionFull results of the 2024 National Carer Survey have been released, and they paint a concerning picture for carers around Australia.
Carers Victoria NewsMEDIA RELEASE: Carers need to see action this federal electionCarers Victoria looks forward to seeing real action in support of carers in this state and across Australia this federal election.
Carers Victoria NewsJOINT MEDIA RELEASE: Major boost for Victorians at the palliative care frontlineCarers Victoria and Palliative Care Victoria are delighted to announce their successful grant application from the Wicking Trust, in a significant boost for those supporting loved ones in palliative care
Carers Victoria NewsMEDIA RELEASE: Hard-working Vic carers welcome payment changesCarers Victoria has welcomed the payment changes that come into effect this week from Services Australia for eligible carers.
Carers Victoria NewsMeet our newest Board Member - Jill GleesonJill Gleeson was appointed to the Carers Victoria board in November 2024. Jill brings extensive governance and clinical experience, which will strengthen the Board’s overall capacity and complement the skills and expertise of continuing directors.
Carers Victoria NewsOur submission to the Victorian State Budget Carers Victoria’s 2025 State Budget Submission is focused on the issues that carers have told us are most pressing.
Carers Victoria NewsUpdate on the new Commonwealth Aged Care Act The new Aged Care Act passed both houses of Parliament on 25 November 2024 and will come into effect from 1 July 2025.
Carers Victoria NewsMEDIA RELEASE: Bursary boost recognises acute young carer needCarers Australia is thrilled with Minister Rishworth’s announcement today that all eligible applicants who applied for the 2025 Young Carer Bursary Program to assist them with their educational pursuits have been successful, and in addition, the amount of the bursary will increase.
Carers Victoria NewsMEDIA RELEASE: National Carer Strategy Welcomed, Concrete Actions for Carers NeededThe National Carers Network welcomes today’s release of the National Carer Strategy and thanks Minister Amanda Rishworth for delivering on this election commitment, as well as the Department of Social Services for its significant role in the development of the Strategy.
Carers Victoria NewsMEDIA RELEASE: Special recognition for Victoria’s young carersToday, the contributions of some of Victoria’s young carers were recognised by Carers Victoria with the awarding of Young Carer Scholarships with an awards ceremony held at the Rendezvous Hotel in Melbourne.