What's in the budget for welfare
AAP
WHAT'S IN THE BUDGET FOR WELFARE RECIPIENTS:
* $96 million for 'try, test and learn' fund for those at risk of long-term welfare dependency.
* $5.1 million for early intervention program for most vulnerable.
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* Includes three-year trial to help children whose parents have mental health issues or in jail.
* Help youth move out of home with education, housing, jobs, health support.
* Third trial site for cashless debit card.
* Public housing tenants to have rent deducted from welfare payment directly.
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