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Food security in Victoria


This report finds food insecurity rising, fueled by a growing cost of living, inadequate income support and intersecting social and economic disadvantages. It examines the drivers and impacts of food insecurity and recommends short and long-term solutions, advocating for a whole-of-government strategy that builds food resilience by tackling the underlying drivers of disadvantage.
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Exploring how transitional aged care supports older people leaving hospital


This examination of the Transition Care Programme (TCP) explores the demographics, health conditions, use patterns and outcomes of individuals who used the services in 2020-21. It shows the effectiveness of targeted interventions helping older people regain independence after leaving hospital, and suggests community-level benefits from delaying or preventing entry into residential aged care.
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Disrespected, disregarded and discarded: workplace exploitation, sexual harassment, and the experience of migrant women living in Australia on temporary visas


This report on workplace exploitation and the experience of migrant women living in Australia on temporary visas identifies an unacceptable level of sexual harassment, exacerbated by visa status, and calls for immediate policy action. The report makes recommendations to create a safer and more equitable working environment for migrant women.
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Voices of solitude: loneliness and social isolation among older adults in NSW


This exploration of the factors contributing to loneliness and social isolation reveals high rates of loneliness and isolation among older adults that significantly impact their quality of life and well-being. The authors call on the government to address the root causes of loneliness and social isolation by transforming how we engage with our elders.
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Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 [provisions]


This report summarises evidence from stakeholders and offers recommendations for amending the Bill before its passage. While generally supportive of the Bill's intent, the Committee identifies areas requiring refinement, particularly regarding children's online privacy, automated decision-making transparency, and the proposed statutory tort for serious invasions of privacy.