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No. 15 - A Litany of Disadvantage: Rural Communities of Australia (2000)
The attention now being given to the hardships of rural communities arises at a time of growing crisis in areas of rural Australia. There is now widespread concern at the prospect of Australia becoming 'two nations', based on growing inequalities between metropolitan and rural regions. Drawing principally on the reflections of the Catholic Bishops from rural diocese, the discussion presents a summary of the hardships currently being endured by Australia's rural communities, considers recent public policy responses, and promotes proposals for action stimulated by the social teachings of the Church.
No.13 - Valuing Rural Communities: An Invigorated Approach to Rural Development Policy (1998)
Puts forward an argument that the Commonwealth Government is best positioned to take the lead in developing a comprehensive and high quality system of substitute care services in Australia. The framework for such a system must be based on placing the needs and rights of children at the top of this nation's priority list. (Also in Word97)
No.12 - The Heart of Our Nation: Towards a National Commitment to Caring for Children and Young People (1997)
Argues the Commonwealth Government is best positioned to take the lead in developing a comprehensive and high quality system of substitute care services in Australia. The framework for such a system must be based on placing the needs and rights of children at the top of this nations priority list. (Also in Word97)
No.11 - Competitive Care: Understanding the Implications of Competition Policy & the COAG Agenda for Community Services Sector (1996)
Provides an overview of the economic policy context within which microeconomic reform of the community services sector is being implemented. Explains the role and influence of bodies such as the Council of Australian Governments, the Productivity Commission, and the National Commission of Audit. Identifies key challenges and opportunities for the community sector and suggests ways to adapt to the new environment while remaining true to fundamental principles such as equity, access and social justice.
No.6 - Consumption Tax: Is it Necessary? (1991)
Canvasses in considerable detail the common arguments presented in favour of a switch in the tax mix from income tax towards a consumption tax.