HPLS women
Media and commentary about our specialist Women’s Service and our work helping women avoid or exit homelessness.
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2SER: New domestic violence rental reforms need to be backed by action
The new reforms are welcome, but need Government support to be truly effective.
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City Hub: New Rental Protections Hope To Empower Victim-Survivors Of Domestic Violence
New laws could help protect victim survivors of domestic violence, if they are backed by action.
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Homelessness legal service says stronger new rental protections for DV victim-survivors must be backed by action
These reforms should mean for victim-survivors of domestic violence can leave dangerous situations without becoming homeless, if the changes are properly implemented.
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Homeless Persons’ Legal Service welcomes passage of Bill strengthening DV victim-survivors protections in NSW Upper House
The Bill strengthens protections for victim-survivors of domestic violence, making it easier for them to leave dangerous situations.
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Reflecting on an opportunity to make a life-changing difference
Australian Government Solicitor secondee Madeleine Teo reflects on her time at the HPLS Women’s Service.
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2SER: Debt and Homelessness
Senior Solicitor Rachael Barwick explained how even a small debt can mean people are locked out of the social housing system.
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2SER: the Women’s Homelessness Prevention Service
Last year, PIAC launched the Women’s Homelessness Prevention Service (WHPS), in response to the urgent need for a specialist legal service to support women experiencing or at risk of homelessness in NSW. WHPS offers free legal advice and connection to a range of support services at locations across Sydney, as well as legal representation for…