Since the days of the Howard government, the ability for single parents to get suitable welfare support has become harder and harder. Crikey tracks the changes.
The claims that the Liberals are engaged in an attack on welfare aren't actually backed up by the numbers.
The left maintains that neoliberalism, and the Liberal Party, are hostile to welfare spending. The record shows otherwise.
Crikey had a front-row seat at this week's Senate inquiry into the widely criticised pre-employment program. Noticeably, there were a few seats spare...
Women and girls are being held responsible for national and global demographics by under- and over-population scaremongers alike.
This year was an annus horribilis for the poor — but the tireless campaigning of low-income advocates offers some hope for the future.
From technology to welfare to refugees, Bill Shorten has plenty to deal with in the lead-up to the national conference.
Data on approvals for new dwellings shows Liberal governments in NSW and Victoria build far more units than Labor.
Proven neglect at Serco facilities around the world remains a constant, so why are they getting more taxpayer money to build a private prison?
Who really cares about my "empathy"? The producers of SBS' returning show seem to think we’re living in a democracy. One activated by eminent tears.