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TasCOSS needs up-to-date evidence of what these pressures mean on the ground. By completing our Community Services Industry Sustainability Pulse Check, you’ll help us make the case for funding and policy settings that better reflect the real costs of delivering community services.

If the status quo remains, we will inevitably see fewer programs, longer waiting lists and less support for the Tasmanians who need it most, writes TasCOSS CEO, Paula Wriedt.

Since starting in the role, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting with members and community organisations throughout Tasmania, learning more about your work and gaining a deeper understanding of the challenges you’re facing, writes TasCOSS CEO, Paula Wriedt.

TasCOSS is delighted to announce that Her Excellency the Hon, Caroline Wells, Governor of Tasmania, has accepted the role of Patron of TasCOSS.

The new financial year brings another round of rising costs for community service organisations and the people we support, with increases to electricity, water, rates and other essential operating costs taking effect from 1 July, writes TasCOSS CEO, Paula Wriedt.

TasCOSS has called for further household assistance following the Tasmanian Economic Regulator’s determination that regulated electricity prices in Tasmania will increase by a further 4.23% next week.

New data released though Budget Estimates shows the severity of the housing crisis, with 2,911 Tasmanian children confirmed to be without a fixed address, stranded on the social housing waitlist.

The Premier has announced that following a Cabinet reshuffle, the Hon Roger Jaensch MP, will return to Cabinet as Minister for Community Services and Multicultural Affairs, having previously served in the role (formerly Community Services) in recent years. Marcus Vermey MP has also been appointed to the role of Parliamentary Secretary for Community and Multicultural Affairs.