Forum moves a resolution
By natasha | May 20, 2008
At the APSL Public Forum the following resolution was moved.
The combined meeting of pensioners and seniors determines that in recognition of Pensioners and Seniors past contributions and services towards the development of the Australian economy, into a prosperous and stable nation. We support a national campaign to improve the quality of the wellbeing of pensioners and seniors lifestyles throughout the community.
We call upon the Federal Government to honour their social inclusion policy in the interests of pensioners and seniors by implementing the following:
- To increase the pension base rate from 25% of average weekly male earnings by 10% to 30% of average weekly male earnings
- Increase the single pensions to 70% of married couple’s pensions
- To seek legislation/ regulation to protect the elderly who seek to take out a ‘Reverse Mortgage’
- Adopt a universal Senior Card available across all states for concessions.
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Pensioners want urgent action!
By natasha | May 19, 2008
Over one hundred pensioners gathered at the APSL headquarters (May 20) to voice their concerns over the delay in action by governments to help bring pensioners out of what is far becoming a situation of ‘poverty’ for so many.
The forum heard from Senator the Honourable Jan McLucas, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Health and Ageing, Senator Andrew Bartlett, Deputy Leader of the Australian Democrats and Mr Stuart Robert MP, Liberal Party representative and Member for Fadden.
The common cry from pensioners at the Forum, was the call for the government to take action now! and not to wait for another inquiry into the needs of pensioners.
A full report will be available in the June Comet out soon!
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Pensioners outraged over lack of support from Federal Government
By natasha | May 14, 2008
Following the budget being handed down overnight. Our office has been inundated with calls from pensioners distressed at the lack of support from the Labor Government in the lives of pensioners.
For quite some time pensioner and senior groups including the APSL have been calling on the government to increase the pension, specifically the single aged pension. This budget has left aged pensioners no better off than before, with many continuing to struggle to meet the cost of living.
Those individuals on Disability Support Pensions seem to be ignored completely, with this group even failing to receive the lump sum annual bonus of $500 that has been promised to pensioners over the next two years.
The APSL is holding a public forum on Tuesday 20 May to discuss these outcomes. We invite members of the public to join us or listen to us on Radio 612ABC. Madonna King’s program will be broadcasting from our office at Kurilpa Hall.
For more information please contact Natasha - editor@apsl.com.au
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APSL Public Forum
By natasha | May 6, 2008
Federal Budget – what it means for pensioners
A public forum is to be held at APSL Head Office,
Kurilpa Hall, 174 Boundary Street, West End
Tuesday, 20 May 2008
Commencing 9.30 am
The Australian Pensioners’ and Superannuants’ League (APSL) invite the media, pensioners and carers of pensioners to attend a public forum to be held at the office of the APSL to discuss the impact of the Federal Budget and what it means for pensioners.
In recent times there has been much discussion about the position of pensioners arising from the report handed down by the Senate Committee Inquiry into the Cost of Living and the impact on older Australians. The APSL is committed to supporting pensioners in all aspects of their lives. A public forum is a way that pensioners can make their feelings know to the government and community and in exchange face Government officials and their explanations of their decisions and actions.
Invitations to address the forum have been extended to several members of Parliament.
Morning Tea will be made available for guests at the Forum.
For more information about this Forum please contact Raymond Ferguson, Policy Co-ordinator on (07) 3844 5878.
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Backyard Bonanza & Lions Train Day - Sunday 25 May 2008
By natasha | April 21, 2008
The APSL Bald Hills branch welcomes members of the public to join them at the 4th Annual Backyard Bonanza & Lions Train Day on Sunday 25 May. The Bald Hills branch has been working on the organising committee of this event to produce a fun filled community day that offers a range of family friendly activities and entertainment.
Click here for more information
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Pension Struggle on Air
By natasha | April 8, 2008
Yesterday both A Current Affair on the Nine network and Today Tonight on the Seven network featured stories about the plight of pensioners. We thank both networks for supporting the voice of pensioners.
To access the Today Tonight petition to the Australian Government go to: http://au.todaytonight.yahoo.com/contactform/32400 and fill in your details.
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