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The Department of Human Services (DHS) is committed to enhancing and protecting the well being of all Victorians, emphasising vulnerable groups and those most in need.
Latest News
Bushfire Royal Commission Interim Report No.2 Now Available
25 November 2009The 2009 Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission Interim Report No. 2 - Priorities for Building in Bushfire-Prone Areas was provided to the government by the commission on Tuesday 24 November 2009.
Housing Week 2009
18 November 2009Housing Week 2009 will be held from 26 November - 5 December and is a state-wide celebration of the connections we have in our local neighbourhoods.
Helping the Bushfire Homeless
26 October 2009In the devastating aftermath of the Black Saturday bushfires, the Department of Human Services' Housing and Community Building Unit swung into action.
Human Services News
30 September 2009The department's monthly journal containing articles and information from across the human services sector. September edition out now.
Child Protection: Do You Want to Make a Difference?
25 September 2009We are recruiting child protection practitioners who are passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable children and families. Working as a child protection practitioner provides an opportunity to support children and young people to thrive, learn and grow.