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Possible Scam Alert
The Department of Social Services (DSS) has recently received reports that members of the Public have been contacted by phone by an individual or individuals identifying themselves as DSS officers.
Break the cycle of welfare dependency
On 22 November 2017, the Try, Test and Learn funding round opened. Applicants can apply for funding to trial innovative projects to help improve the lives of vulnerable Australians, to support those who are most in need.
Community Child Care Fund grant opportunity applications is being extended
Applications for the Community Child Care Fund (CCCF) open competitive grant opportunity has been extended and will close at 2:00pm AEDST on Thursday 2 November 2017.
Community Grants Hub
Since opening our doors for business on 1 July 2016, the Community Grants Hub, implemented by the Department of Social Services (DSS), is changing the way the Australian Government delivers grants.
Bringing grants to the Hub through the Modernisation Fund
The Australian Government is investing in a range of projects to modernise, transform and enhance the productivity of the Australian Public Service. And one of those ways is through the Public Service Modernisation Fund as part of the Digital Transformation Agenda.