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Epoch Times
3 days ago
- General
- Epoch Times
Child Support System Being Weaponised for Financial Abuse, Ombudsman Found
Parents are weaponising Australia's child support system to commit financial abuse, with Services Australia's passive oversight further compounding the harm, the Commonwealth Ombudsman has found. According to the June 3 report, some parents are evading their obligations by deliberately withholding tax returns, misrepresenting earnings, and using threats or coercion to prevent the other parent from seeking help. The Child Support program, which handles about half of all arrangements, failed to proactively detect or stop such manipulation, the Ombudsman said. 'Services Australia is not doing enough to actively deal with the weaponisation of the Child Support program. While its approach is well-intentioned and welfare-focused, it is not helping to get the money owed to parents when their kids need it the most,' quotes the report.
Extra.ie
3 days ago
- Business
- Extra.ie
Families reminded of cash boost as applications open
Families are being reminded of the opening date to apply for a €285 social welfare payment which could be paid more than once. Applications for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance scheme opens on tomorrow, Wednesday, June 4, and will be accepted up until September 30, 2025. The annual payment is a means of helping parents with expenses linked to sending children back to school in September. The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance scheme opens on June 1, 2025, with applications accepted up until September 30, 2025. Pic: Getty Images The social welfare payment is a one-time means-tested payment designed to help families with clothing and footwear expenses for school-attending students. For many families, the money is paid automatically. Families will be notified via their MyWelfare account or via the post by the end of June — if you do not get a notice, you may need to apply. Eligible recipients of the allowance are those already in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment or involved in an approved employment/education or support scheme. For children aged between 4 and 11 years old, it is €160 which increases to €285 for children between 12 and 22. Pic: Getty Images The recipient and child(ren) you are applying for must be resident in Ireland. It is also necessary to be in receipt of the Child Support payment for each child, with the exception of specific circumstances. The money paid differs depending on the age of the children you are being paid for. Foster children are not eligible due to the foster parents receiving Foster Care Allowance, which includes assistance with the cost of clothing and footwear for the child. Pic: Getty Images For children aged between 4 and 11 years old the payment is €160 which increases to €285 for children between 12 and 22. Those aged between 18 and 22 must be in second-level education to qualify. Foster children are not eligible for the payment due to the foster parents receiving Foster Care Allowance, which includes assistance with the cost of clothing and footwear for the child. If you do not receive notice that you are receiving the payment by the end of June, you will need to apply. Applications can be done online at MyWelfare, with applications opening in June. Alternatively, an application form can be printed and sent to the address provided on the form.
Fox News
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Kid Cudi Testifies in Diddy's Federal Trial
Kid Cudi testified in Diddy's federal trial, claiming his Porsche was firebombed in 2012. Tory Lanez has now been moved to a new facility for his safety. Plus, Nikki Bella addressed backlash over her $200K child support deal with Artem Chigvintsev. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
MDHS chooses Deloitte to upgrade key case management systems
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) awarded a contract to Deloitte Consulting LLP to enhance critical case management systems software that supports both internal and external facing eligibility systems. According to MDHS, the upgrade is designed to significantly improve the flow of information across state agencies' programmatic and support functions, creating a fully integrated solution that enhances operational efficiency and strengthens client service. Deloitte is a market leader when it comes to implementing, maintaining and modernizing systems that support state and federal benefit programs, including SNAP, TANF, Child Care and Child Support. Mississippi creating new OB System of Care to save mothers, babies Deloitte will play a role in the agency's system advancement, focusing on interoperability and collaboration across various programs. Officials said the new system will streamline and consolidate eligibility and case management processes, benefiting both the agency and the clients it serves with more modern interfaces. 'This collaboration signifies our commitment to serving Mississippians more effectively,' said Bob Anderson, Executive Director of MDHS. 'By working with Deloitte, we are taking important steps towards improving our operational efficiency while ensuring that our clients have timely and transparent access to the services they need.' The upcoming upgrade will feature the following enhancements: Seamless service delivery: Support for public assistance programs and social services will be delivered in a more timely, effective, and transparent manner. Improved Efficiency: Workflow and process automation will facilitate single sign-on access tailored to individual roles, enhancing employee productivity. Self-Service Portal: A new self-service portal will enable clients to access their account information, reducing requests for simple information and freeing up staff to concentrate on more critical work. Data Analysis and Program Integrity: Enhanced accessibility to dashboards will improve case tracking and data repository capabilities, ensuring robust program integrity. Enhanced Security: The upgrade will prioritize the confidentiality and integrity of client data, safeguarding sensitive information. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Extra.ie
12-05-2025
- General
- Extra.ie
Families reminded of social welfare boost as applications open
Families are being reminded of the opening date to apply for a €285 social welfare payment which could be paid more than once. The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance scheme opens on June 1, 2025, with applications accepted up until September 30, 2025. The annual payment is a means of helping parents with expenses linked to sending children back to school in September. The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance scheme opens on June 1, 2025, with applications accepted up until September 30, 2025. Pic: Getty Images The social welfare payment is a one-time means-tested payment designed to help families with clothing and footwear expenses for school-attending students. For many families, the money is paid automatically. Families will be notified via their MyWelfare account or via the post by the end of June — if you do not get a notice, you may need to apply. Eligible recipients of the allowance are those already in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment or involved in an approved employment/education or support scheme. For children aged between 4 and 11 years old, it is €160 which increases to €285 for children between 12 and 22. Pic: Getty Images The recipient and child(ren) you are applying for must be resident in Ireland. It is also necessary to be in receipt of the Child Support payment for each child, with the exception of specific circumstances. The money paid differs depending on the age of the children you are being paid for. Foster children are not eligible due to the foster parents receiving Foster Care Allowance, which includes assistance with the cost of clothing and footwear for the child. Pic: Getty Images For children aged between 4 and 11 years old the payment is €160 which increases to €285 for children between 12 and 22. Those aged between 18 and 22 must be in second-level education to qualify. Foster children are not eligible for the payment due to the foster parents receiving Foster Care Allowance, which includes assistance with the cost of clothing and footwear for the child. If you do not receive notice that you are receiving the payment by the end of June, you will need to apply. Applications can be done online at MyWelfare, with applications opening in June. Alternatively, an application form can be printed and sent to the address provided on the form.
