The Australian Workers’ Union Reports that the National Farmers Federation is advocating paying workers with “non-monetary benefits,” including fruit and veg, are deeply alarming and should be immediately clarified by NFF president Fiona Simson, according to the Australian Workers’ Union. According to the media reports, the NFF is proposing changes to take “non-monetary benefits” into account […]
People living in Western Sydney can now access a new telephone and online service providing tailored mental health support to people living with complex mental health and trauma. Developed and delivered by national mental health organisation SANE, this new service involves professional phone and online counselling and one-on-one contact with a peer support worker, as […]
The Australian Government’s intention to give the October Budget a “wellbeing” focus is a welcome opportunity to change how governments can improve the health of all people, the Public Health Association of Australia believes. To do so, the Budget will need to look beyond the economy’s purely fiscal measures, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The peak […]