Ideas to fund childcare
The Treasurer, Scott Morrison, apparently believes that increased access to childcare can only be funded by cutting other welfare measures.
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I can think of other ways to raise funds. Here are a few suggestions:
- Make multinational companies pay tax on profits earned in Australia.
- Cut capital gains and negative gearing concessions.
- Stop subsidising fossil fuels.
- Close offshore detention centres.
- Cut concessions to religious organisations.
- Refrain from supporting projects like the Adani coalmine.
These are just a few suggestions. No doubt the Treasurer can think of others if he has the will.
Pat Horan, Sebastian
Crime is ‘rife’ in Bendigo
Crime rates continue to rise in the Greater Bendigo region as the community becomes less safe to live in.
All you need to do is pick up a local newspaper and it’s clear that crime is rife in the Greater Bendigo area.
Every day we see articles about theft, property damage, weapons offences, assaults and other serious offences.
But beyond what is shown in the media, the statistics speak for themselves. Since September 2015 we have seen a 25.7 per cent rise in property damage, a 30.1 per cent rise in theft and an all up 34.8 per cent rise in crimes against the person.
One of the most shocking statistics has been the 17.9 per cent rise in break and enter and burglary in the Bendigo region.
The fact that people have to worry about crimes being committed against them in their own homes is atrocious.
The issue at the heart of this is the Andrews Labor Government’s soft approach to crime. The Bendigo region is less safe under the current government. Daniel Andrews has continued to stand by for two years as crime rates have continued to rise and communities have become more dangerous.
People have the right to feel safe in their own cars, their own homes and their own communities.
Luke O’Sullivan MP, Nationals Member for Northern Victoria
Increasing understanding
Throughout March, communities around the world are dedicated to raising awareness of epilepsy, culminating in Purple Day on March 26 (International Epilepsy Awareness Day).
During this time, people wear purple and hold events to raise funds and awareness of the condition that will affect more than 800,000 Australians in their lifetime, and 50 million people worldwide.
Sadly, due to social stigma and misconceptions, many people with epilepsy do not disclose their condition and live in fear of being “found out”.
This Purple Day, Epilepsy Action Australia would like to encourage communities to shine a light on epilepsy by lighting up purple a local landmark and raising funds for community education services to better the lives of those affected.
Interventions by Epilepsy Action Australia can help increase understanding in our communities, such as epilepsy awareness sessions, seizure first-aid training, and the Online Academy, which offers several courses about epilepsy for parents, carers, schools and healthcare professionals.
I would encourage your community to support Purple Day during March by simply making a donation or getting involved (www.epilepsy.org.au).
Please help shine a light on epilepsy this Purple Day and put your region on the map.
On behalf of all Australians living with epilepsy, thank you in advance to your readers for supporting Epilepsy Action Australia.
Your support helps to reduce isolation and ensure people living with the condition are able to live the best life possible.