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12 May 2026

Newly-elected members of the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria meet for the first time at DJAARA on Dja Dja Wurrung Country.

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4 May 2026

Every year, the Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL) gets a welcome burst of energy from an unexpected place: Worcester, Massachusetts.

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Close the gap 2026
19 March 2026

Structural reform, shared decision-making and strong accountability are essential to First Nations health, wellbeing and justice.

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15 May 2026

The Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL) is deeply concerned by proposals in the Coalition’s Federal Budget Reply to withdraw social security support from migrants who are not Australian citizens and step back from Australia's Net Zero commitment.

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12 May 2026

Big reforms in tax, health, support for children, housing and employment combined can create a fairer economy and grow trust in our democracy.

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8 May 2026

The Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL) welcomes the Australian Government’s announcement that it will explore establishing a much-needed national Early Education and Care Commission.

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