Australia’s long-term increase in student absence rates is of increasing concern for educators, researchers and policy-makers nationwide. This report reveals diverse, and sometimes contradictory perspectives, on the causes, consequences and potential solutions to school attendance issues, especially in the post-COVID era.

Family and domestic violence is devastating families and communities across Western Australia at alarming rates. This strategy document sets out a clear, whole-of-government and community plan for reducing and responding to this issue over the next decade.

This initial two-year action plan, implemented between July 2020-June 2022, will include initiatives that respond to particular needs arising during the COVID-19 emergency response and recovery phases.

This report on the barriers people with disability face when seeking a safe, accessible, affordable and secure home concludes that people with disability in Western Australia have poorer experiences and outcomes when accessing a home than the general population and struggle to find suitable homes in the community of their choice.

A major project to address homelessness in Bunbury has been brought forward to provide rough sleepers with stable housing and support. Initiative: Fast-Tracked Housing First project