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Australia’s disability strategy 2021–2031 outcomes framework: 4th annual report


This report provides an overview of the progress made on outcomes for people with disability in 2025. The framework covers seven outcome areas: employment and financial security, inclusive homes and communities, safety, rights and justice, personal and community support, education and learning, health and wellbeing, and community attitudes. The report shows mixed outcomes.
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Report on government services 2026: community services (part F)


The report on government services provides information on the equity, effectiveness and efficiency of government services in Australia. This report provides performance reporting for aged care services, services for people with disability, child protection services and youth justice services. It includes a summary of government expenditure in the sector.
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Report on government services 2026: housing and homelessness (part G)


The report on government services provides information on the equity, effectiveness and efficiency of government services in Australia. This report provides performance reporting for housing and homelessness services. It includes a summary of government expenditure in the sector. Total government funding for social housing and specialist homelessness services was around $7.7 billion in 2024‑25.
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Status of disability and employment laws around the world


This guide to disability legislation across 100 countries provides employers and employees with critical legal knowledge on disability inclusion. The guide covers how disability is defined, whether mental health and neurodiversity are included, whether there are employment quotas and the significant legal cases that have shaped the local law.
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Loneliness by numbers: a South Australian snapshot – January 2026


The snapshot presents the latest findings from Uniting Communities’ long running loneliness tracking. The report shows that more than half of South Australians experience loneliness at least sometimes, with the highest 'often' lonely rates recorded since 2023. The report outlines practical, community wide actions needed to reduce loneliness and strengthen social connection across the state.