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Our community recently released a report showing that the majority of people receiving Jobseeker, Youth Allowance, and related payments are skipping meals and essential medication because their incomes are inadequate. 

The report made national headlines, but now we need to make sure that our Members of Parliament are aware of what their constituents receiving income support are being forced to endure. That's why, together, our community is going to ensure that every member of parliament receives a copy of this report from one of their constituents. Will you join us and email a copy of the ...

Our community recently released a report showing that the majority of people receiving Jobseeker, Youth Allowance, and related payments are skipping meals and essential medication because their incomes are inadequate. 

The report made national headlines, but now we need to make sure that our Members of Parliament are aware of what their constituents receiving income support are being forced to endure. That's why, together, our community is going to ensure that every member of parliament receives a copy of this report from one of their constituents. Will you join us and email a copy of the report to your MP? 

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  • Introduce yourself - a little about who you are and where you live.
  • Share your experiences struggling to get by on income support
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