Mon, 8 February 2010
Australians currently excluded from mainstream banks and services will have access to fair and appropriate financial products, including loans, under a $7.5 million Australian Government pilot program.
The Minister for Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs, Jenny Macklin, said new approaches were needed to support people in building their own financial security.
“The funding will be used to develop the community development financial institution sector in Australia, which currently includes around ten institutions and up until now has had little government support,” Minister Macklin said.
“This includes looking at innovative ways to provide vulnerable people, who have the capacity to repay a loan but who are excluded from mainstream financial services, with access to safe and affordable credit.
“Services like these can be an important stepping stone…
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Mon, 8 February 2010
Interested stakeholders from the not-for-profit sector have the opportunity to contribute to two new research projects.
Fri, 5 February 2010
Mark Brooke commenced his appointment as new CEO of the Asthma Foundation of Queensland (AFQ) on 1 February 2010.
Thu, 4 February 2010
The Federal Government has launched a $43.3 million Productive Ageing Package to harness the skills and experience of older Australians and to provide training and support for those who wish to stay in the workforce.
Thu, 4 February 2010
Victorian Premier John Brumby appointed Lily D’Ambrosio to Minister for Community Development as part of the new cabinet line-up for 2010.
Wed, 3 February 2010
The Vodafone Foundation Australia is giving five Australians the opportunity to work for a charity of their choice for one year.
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