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    Children dying as unaccompanied homeless children fall through support gaps

    26 August 2025

    New data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has for the first time revealed the scale of children experiencing homelessness without a parent or guardian, and highlighted serious gaps in support services.

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    Celebrating impact through communication: tips for parents

    24 August 2025

    In Speech Pathology Week, see how communication shows up in everyday family life with some practical ways parents, guardians and educators can work together to help grow these skills.

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    MCM joins CoAct network to deliver new disability employment program in Westgate, Yarra and Plenty regions

    6 August 2025

    MCM is proud to announce that we will join the CoAct network to support local jobseekers and employers under the Australian Government’s new disability employment program, Inclusive Employment Australia.

     

     

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    After experiencing homelessness, Jess found safety and support at MCM’s Frontyard Youth Services. With wraparound care and a community that believed in her, Jess rebuilt her confidence and found her voice.

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