This study used an online survey to examine how people receiving social security payments used the $550 Coronavirus Supplement (‘the Supplement’) and their time as a result of the temporary suspension of mutual obligations. The research indicates a substantial gap between Australian Government policy, policy rhetoric and the lived experience of people receiving social security...

This report makes the economic case for additional, long‑term investment in targeted early intervention and intensive family preservation to prevent children entering out‑of‑home care in Victoria.

This is the first evidence-based study of acquired brain injury and family violence in Australia. It identifies a strong association between brain injury and family violence, and significant gaps in service responses, ranging from lack of screening for brain injury, through to inadequate opportunities for effective rehabilitation, recovery and support.

This review examines ‘safe at home’ in the context of National and state family violence policy and practice initiatives. Specific focus is given to determining elements required for successful and effective implementation.

In May 2014 the Commission for Children and Young People (the Commission) commissioned the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare to prepare a short analysis of past and current responses to the sexual exploitation of children in residential care in Victoria. Following discussions with the Commission it was agreed that the report would...