Michael Perusco
Michael Perusco recently joined the St Vincent de Paul Society NSW as CEO, having spent some time at the Department of Prime Minister and cabinet and before that as CEO for homeless service Sacred Heart Mission in Melbourne. Michael was also shortlisted as a State Finalist (Victoria) for the 2010 Australian of the Year Awards for his work with people experiencing homelessness.
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Homelessness should not be a first world problem
New figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics show an 8 per cent increase in the homelessness rate on…... Read more
Rich excuses and poor outcomes on poverty
This week marks the tenth anniversary of the establishment of Anti-Poverty Week. It is a timely opportunity to think about…... Read more
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From: Hasbro, go straight to gaol, do not pass go
Tim says:
They should update other things in the game too. Instead of a get out of jail free card, they should have a Dodgy Lawyer card that not only gets you out of jail straight away but also gives you a fat payout in compensation for daring to arrest you in the first place. Instead of getting a hotel when you… [read more]From: A guide to summer festivals especially if you wouldn’t go
Kel says:
If you want a festival for older people or for families alike, get amongst the respectable punters at Bluesfest. A truly amazing festival experience to be had of ALL AGES. And all the young "festivalgoers" usually write themselves off on the first night, only to never hear from them again the rest of… [read more]Gentle jabs to the ribs
Superman needs saving
Can somebody please save Superman? He seems to be going through a bit of a crisis. Eighteen months ago,… Read more
