by John Freund, CM | Nov 29, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Increases in utility rates in Australia will lead to SVDP New South Wales giving out more than a million dollar insenergy assistance. Yesterday the Herald Sun (Melbourne) reported that water rates have increased by 17 per cent – even though cautious homeowners... by John Freund, CM | Nov 25, 2012 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
St Vincent de Paul Society National Council Chief Executive Dr John Falzon spoke at the book launch of A Decision to Discriminate (Aboriginal Disempowerment in the Northern Territory) held in Canberra on November 13, 2012. The book documents the evidence given during...
by John Freund, CM | Nov 6, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Hailed as the week where ‘we can all do something about poverty’, Anti-Poverty Week 2012 was the subject of national media attention when it was held from October 14 to 20. The St Vincent de Paul Society was proud to join with many Australians  highlighting the... by John Freund, CM | Oct 31, 2012 | Vincentian Family
The St Vincent de Paul Society of Australia has posted its Social Justice Update for October. It includes information concerning the Strategic Plan of the Society for the next three years. – focusing on spirituality and sustainability, service and speaking out.... by John Freund, CM | Oct 23, 2012 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
“The elderly are not a problem, a market, a budget: They are real individuals, our own people, our ancestors, in due course — ourselves.” Australian Catholic News services headlines…Australian bishop warns: Don’t cut medical costs by...