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Economic Reform Roundtable
An opportunity for a fairer taxation and welfare system
The Society has long advocated for changes to Australia’s taxation and welfare systems to reduce poverty and financial stress experienced by low- and middle-income households. The Society also opposes any changes to the GST which is a regressive tax.
Read the ANU’s latest paper on A Fairer Tax and Welfare System for more details.
160 years of Hope, Help and Humanity
In 2025, the St Vincent de Paul Society WA, proudly celebrates 160 years of service to the community. It’s a milestone that reflects not just the longevity of our organisation, but the enduring compassion, commitment and action of generations of Western Australians dedicated to helping those doing it tough.
Thank you for making a difference!
To our 1,512 Vinnies CEO Sleepout participants and their 43,098 supporters, thank you! Together, this year’s event has raised over $9.48 million.
It’s inspiring to see how one cold winter’s night has the capacity to transform so many Australian lives. Your generosity enables the Society to continue delivering essential support and services to people in need right across the country.
We are truly grateful for your compassion and commitment. Together, we can help break the cycle of homelessness for good.
Prior to the 2025 Federal Election, Assistant Minister Andrew Leigh indicated that a re-elected Labor Government would “… continue to consider initiatives in the Blueprint…to inform our ongoing work of boosting the not-for-profit and charity sector.”
The Society noted Dr Leigh’s advice on the Government’s commitment to move forward with the implementation of initiatives that flow from the Blueprint, and the Productivity Commission report on philanthropic giving, during his conversation with Senator Dean Smith at the National Press Club on 23 April 2025.
Members of the Blueprint Expert Reference Group and the NFP Sector acknowledge that the Government’s responses to the 10-year map to strengthen the NFP Sector outlined in the Blueprint would be predicated significantly on an Albanese Government’s ‘second term’ agenda.
We now call on the Albanese Government to outline how it proposes to implement the 10-year plan, which will guide the building of a stronger NFP sector to deliver a fairer Australia to all, especially those who are struggling.
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Fee-Free TAFE
The Australian Government partnered with state and territory governments to establish a Skills Agreement to deliver 180,000 Fee-Free TAFE and vocational educational places.
It is prioritised for specific groups and qualifications and courses may differ in each state and territory.
Find out more on the Government website below.
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Our mission and vision
The St Vincent de Paul Society in Australia has more than 45,000 members and volunteers, who work hard to assist people in need and combat social injustice across Australia.
Internationally, the Society operates in 153 countries and has over 800,000 members.
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Ways to get involved
The St Vincent de Paul is always looking for motivated community-minded people to get involved in our programs, events and services nationwide.
Here are some ways you can help:
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