The Northern Territory Council of Social Service (NTCOSS) is a peak body for the Social and Community Sector in the NT and an advocate for social justice on behalf of people and communities in the NT, who may be affected by poverty and disadvantage.
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Being a member of NTCOSS supports our vital and successful campaigning for social justice. It also gives you direct benefits including participation and collaboration on sector issues and campaigns, member-only events, and more.
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Rent prices still high, and lack of low cost rental housing prevalent in the NT: NTCOSS report
The second part to the 20th Cost of Living Report released today by the Northern Territory Council of Social Service (NTCOSS) highlights the lack of low cost rental housing in the NT. The Report, produced by NTCOSS with the assistance of NT Shelter, reveals that while...
read moreNTCOSS report calls on NT government to help relieve cost of living pressures face by Territorians
The 20th Cost of Living Report released by the Northern Territory Council of Social Service (NTCOSS) shows that the cost of fuel is up and rent is down, and highlights areas of financial pressure that many NT families continue to face. The Report reveals that...
read moreScheme splits, but fewer low-income Territorians will be eligible
The new “bigger and fairer” NT Concession Scheme beginning on 30 June 2018 has moved in a positive direction by clearly separating cost of living related concessions away from the Seniors Recognition Scheme, as well as placing a cap on electricity and water...
read moreNTCOSS Submission to the Modernisation of the Northern Territory Anti-Discrimination Act Review
Anti-discrimination and Equal Opportunity laws provide important protections for all citizens, and particularly those facing vulnerability and hardship on the Northern Territory. These laws uphold the values of equity and fairness, which are values that underpin the...
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