Meet our newest Board Member - Jill Gleeson

Jill Gleeson was appointed to the Carers Victoria board in November 2024. Jill brings extensive governance and clinical experience, which will strengthen the Board’s overall capacity and complement the skills and expertise of continuing directors.

Our submission to the Victorian State Budget

Carers Victoria’s 2025 State Budget Submission is focused on the issues that carers have told us are most pressing.

Update on the new Commonwealth Aged Care Act

The new Aged Care Act passed both houses of Parliament on 25 November 2024 and will come into effect from 1 July 2025.

MEDIA RELEASE: Bursary boost recognises acute young carer need

Carers Australia is thrilled with Minister Rishworth’s announcement today that all eligible applicants who applied for the 2025 Young Carer Bursary Program to assist them with their educational pursuits have been successful, and in addition, the amount of the bursary will increase.

Strengthening support for Australia’s young carers

MEDIA RELEASE: National Carer Strategy Welcomed, Concrete Actions for Carers Needed

The National Carers Network welcomes today’s release of the National Carer Strategy and thanks Minister Amanda Rishworth for delivering on this election commitment, as well as the Department of Social Services for its significant role in the development of the Strategy.

Our Submission to the National Carer Strategy Consultation

MEDIA RELEASE: Special recognition for Victoria’s young carers

Today, the contributions of some of Victoria’s young carers were recognised by Carers Victoria with the awarding of Young Carer Scholarships with an awards ceremony held at the Rendezvous Hotel in Melbourne.

Looking After Victoria's Dedicated Carers

Recognising, Valuing and Supporting Unpaid Carers Report

MEDIA RELEASE: NDIS Review Recommendations Offer Some Positive Steps Forward For Carers

MEDIA RELEASE: Carers Victoria unveils ‘Connecting Carers in their Community’ Grants Program

Carers Victoria has announced a new grants program aimed at improving local connections and support for unpaid carers in communities across Victoria.