Disability pension not enough to buy food

From 7News.com.au:

Thomas Chailloux from the Public Interest Advocacy Centre said people on the disability pension were at risk of homelessness because their complex and fluctuating needs cannot be addressed on the current rate.

Insecure housing and not having enough money for rent would then cause a spiral when people stop buying medication and food in the hope of being able to afford a safe place to sleep.

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