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The National Welfare Rights Network (NWRN) provides free and independent information, advice and representation about Social Security law and its administration. NWRN member organisations operate in all states and territories of Australia and consist of specialist community legal centres and services and individual advocates. They are independent of Centrelink and all government departments.  [Read more]


News and events

6th Edition of Independent Social Security Handbook published.
The wait is over!

The Welfare Rights Centre has published the 6th hardcopy edition of the Handbook. Get your copy of the latest, most up to date hardcopy edition of the community workers “bible” on Social Security law and policy! There is a limited print run so it will be necessary to order quickly to make sure you obtain your copy.  Click here for more information

Media Release 12 September 2008

"New independent help when dealing with Centrelink and Social Security problems launched by Federal Minister"

The Federal Minister for Housing, Tanya Plibersek, today launched the long-awaited 6th edition of the Independent Social Security Handbook.  The Handbook is written and published by the Welfare Rights Centre, Sydney, and edited by Michael Raper. Since 1991 the Handbook has helped ensure that Australians receive their right entitlements and support from Centrelink, arming community advisers with essential information. Click here for more information.

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Independent Social Security Handbook
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