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Security law and its administration. NWRN member organisations
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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.