Find out about how you can get into and stay in private rental accommodation.

The National Indigenous Australians Agency has provided information on programs and policies specific to land and housing for Indigenous Australians.

The Western Australian government and not-for-profit agencies provide social housing for people on low to moderate incomes. Housing options include public housing, community housing, remote Aboriginal housing, service worker accommodation and government employee housing. These options offer you secure affordable long-term rental accommodation.

The Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) gives basic support for people aged over 65, including help with cooking and advice from a dietitian. For people with more complex needs, Home Care Packages provide more than what the CHSP can offer.

My Aged Care can give people aged over 65 (or 50 and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people) help at home through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme or Home Care Packages. Depending on income, you may be asked to pay some of the cost. An Aged Care Assessment Team decides what help you may be able to get.

The Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS) can help you maintain your independence. It provides assistance with cleaning and household chores.

KindiLink is a free play-and-learn initiative for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children who are not old enough to enrol in school.

Learning Together can help you with the support you need at school, including tips on advocacy and your rights.

Rights and responsibilities differ, depending on where you live and work. If you feel your rights as a worker haven’t been met, you can lodge a complaint and the commission will help.
 

Rights and responsibilities differ, depending on where you live and work. If you feel your rights as a worker haven’t been met, you can lodge a complaint and the commission will help.