A new report shows that 3.7 million people, or 14.2 percent of the Australian population, were living in poverty in 2022–23.

We get detailed measurements of population, participation and productivity. Advocates want to add a fourth "p" — poverty — so we can understand our economy.

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The surging number of Australians living below the poverty line has laid bare Anthony Albanese's vow to "leave no-one behind" ...

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Melissa Fisher, who relies on unemployment benefits, says she is barely surviving."It's really hard … you're making choices ...

SYDNEYSYDNEY — A survey conducted by the Australian Sports Foundation determined that nearly half of the country’s best athletes are earning below the national poverty line threshold with an annual ...

Responding to Minister Julie Bishop and Minister Josh Frydenberg’s announcement of 6 May committing Australia to join the voluntary Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI), Diane Sheard ...

Thousands of students are forced into poverty to pursue their degrees, according to a damning report by the National Union of Students (NUS). Research conducted in collaboration with the Foundation ...

Australia is grappling with a burgeoning poverty crisis as the cost of living crunch continues. It was once an issue that was largely removed from the middle class, but the unsettling rise in rough ...

FILE - Australia's Bronte Campbell celebrates after winning gold and also setting a new games record in the women's 100-meter freestyle during the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast, Australia, ...