The Gillard Government will continue its strong record of supporting senior Australians with a number of initiatives in the 2013-14 Budget, including $112.4 million for a pilot program to support Age Pensioners and other pensioners over age pension who want to downsize their home, without it immediately affecting their pension.
Five of the states and territories have now signed on to the Federal Government’s National Partnership Agreement on Homelessness for 2013/14 guaranteeing federal funds will flow to their states.
National Volunteer Week on 13-19 May is the largest celebration of volunteers and volunteerism in Australia and this year’s theme – “Thanks a Million” – recognises more than 6 million Australians who volunteer their time, energy and skills to help others.
Location: Melbourne
Location: Parramatta, NSW
Location: Adelaide
Interviewer: Alex Sloan, Program: Afternoons with Alex Sloan
