WACOSS

18/06/2026

"We know this is not the solution for the housing shortage that WA faces, but it's a good start."

WACOSS CEO Louise Giolitto speaking on Channel 10 Perth's report on the state government's reforms of the social housing waitlist

15/06/2026

"It means less connection to community, family and country, which is really concerning."

WACOSS CEO Louise Giolitto on what the challenges that current cost-of-living pose for community services in regional WA.

15/06/2026

Anglicare Australia's Cost of Living Index shows JobSeeker recipients can’t afford basics

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11/06/2026

We are disappointed the increase in the state’s minimum wage falls well short of the recent national increase.

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10/06/2026

03/06/2026

Your input is invaluable.

We're inviting you to play a crucial role in our State Budget Submission Community Consultations, with sessions taking place all over WA.

Each year, WACOSS delivers a comprehensive submission to the WA Government, recommending priorities for public investment to improve the lives of individuals and communities.

The submission identifies emerging issues, underscores the critical needs of frontline community services, and the essential investment needed to build thriving communities.

We need your sector expertise, insights and priorities to shape a submission that truly impacts people doing it the toughest.

This is your chance to influence our budget submission and our recommendations, ensuring that the needs of the community and the community services sector are at the forefront of government budgeting.

Sign up to our upcoming consultations here - https://wacoss.org.au/upcoming-events/

02/06/2026

If we are serious about improving health outcomes and reducing pressure on our health system in Western Australia, we must start recognising community connection as a form of care.

02/06/2026

People are under severe pressure from interest rate rises, rent increases, higher fuel costs, and growing economic uncertainty due to the conflict in the Middle East. The Fair Work Commission’s decision will help ease the pressure on low-paid workers to cover their basic living costs such as rent, food, and transport.

However, far more government action is needed to reverse the decade-long stagnation of living standards endured as wages and incomes have failed to keep pace with costs. Read the full release here: https://www.acoss.org.au/media_release/minimum-wage-increase-welcome-government-action-now-needed/

29/05/2026

Last night, WACOSS President Mark Glasson won the Community Award at the Western Australian of the Year Awards.

In true Mark style, he used the opportunity to speak about children, families, and people experiencing poverty, and to reinforce the importance of eliminating poverty in Western Australia.

Join us in congratulating Mark for this extremely well-deserved acknowledgment of his hard work and dedication to make WA a great place for all Western Australians to live.

27/05/2026

ACOSS: Reforms to the employment services system is a chance to fix a broken system

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