October 17, 2023
Australia said No - but we will not be defeated
On Saturday 14 October 2023, Australians were asked to vote on whether to establish an Aboriginal Voice to Parliament, in what was considered by many as a referendum to define the nation. The Federation deeply regrets the defeat of this proposal, which represented an invitation to walk with Aboriginal people in a first step towards reconciliation.
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April 28, 2022
Addressing the legal landscape of family violence in Victoria
Community Legal Centres have outlined the complex work they do in addressing family violence issues as part of a wide-ranging discussion with the Victorian Attorney General, Jaclyn Symes MP.
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April 21, 2021
10-Year Plan Launch Event
On Tuesday April 20, the Federation of Community Legal Centres hosted the launch event A Just Future: A 10-Year Plan for Community Legal Centres in Victoria.
The 10-Year Plan is a consultation process for Victoria’s CLC sector, designed to explore the trends that are likely to impact the CLC sector over the next decade, and to ensure CLCs can to meet the ongoing and emerging needs of their communities.
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March 30, 2021
Dear Landlord
If you're a renter in Victoria struggling to pay rent, Justice Connect’s Dear Landlord self-help tool can draft a letter to your rental provider to negotiate a payment plan, help you understand your rights in the eviction process, and prepare you for VCAT.
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Access the VLA Law Library
Did you know CLC staff can access and use the Victoria Legal Aid Law Library?
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