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News organisations seeking comment or background information, or journalists who wish to arrange an interview with one of our legal and community sector professionals, may contact Senior Communications Advisor William Verity.
Email: William.Verity@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
Phone: (02) 9219 5669 or 0436 610 649
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Legal Aid News - November 2019
6 Nov 2019
The November 2019 issue of Legal Aid News is now available.
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The wait is over – disability funding break-through
8 Oct 2019
Disability advocates say funding changes that come into force today will be a game-changer for people living with disabilities.
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Hear the voices of Legal Aid NSW as we celebrate 40 years
2 Oct 2019
We are celebrating the diversity and depth of talent within our organisation through a series of podcasts, video interviews and staff profiles.
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Help for bushfire-affected communities in northern NSW
2 Oct 2019
Legal Aid NSW lawyers have been on the road, offering advice and information to bushfire-affected communities in northern NSW.
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Legal Aid NSW to lead independent advisory service as Disability Royal Commission begins
2 Oct 2019
Legal Aid NSW will play a central role in establishing a national legal advisory service for people with disability, their family members and advocates, and others who want to share their stories with the Disability Royal Commission.
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Legal Aid NSW lawyer honoured in humanitarian awards
2 Oct 2019
The Legal Aid NSW Refugee Service’s Nohara Odicho has received the 2019 NSW Humanitarian Award in the “community worker from a refugee background” category.
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Legal Aid News – October 2019
1 Oct 2019
The October 2019 issue of Legal Aid News is now available
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Legal Aid NSW launches Aboriginal Client Services Strategy 2019-2023 and Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy
27 Sep 2019
We are working to increase access to justice for Aboriginal people and foster strong partnerships with other organisations that serve Aboriginal clients.
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Legal Aid News – September 2019
4 Sep 2019
The September 2019 issue of Legal Aid News is now available.
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Grants Tracker puts information at clients’ fingertips
12 Aug 2019
Clients can track their applications for grants of legal aid using a new online tool.
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Juliana Crofts named a finalist for Government Lawyer of the Year award
12 Aug 2019
Port Macquarie Solicitor in Charge Juliana Crofts has been named as a finalist in the Government Lawyer of the Year category at the NSW Women Lawyers Achievement Awards 2019.
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Legal Aid News – August 2019
5 Aug 2019
The August 2019 edition of Legal Aid News is now available!
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Call to review 'grossly unfair' insurance policies
11 Jul 2019
Cancer survivors are among those calling on insurers to review all policies that exclude coverage for health conditions to ensure that they comply with the law.
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Grants tracker – reducing stress for clients
10 Jul 2019
A new online tool will help clients track their grant application from the time they lodge it to when a decision is made.
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Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy launches in NAIDOC Week
10 Jul 2019
In the spirit of walking together for a better future, Legal Aid NSW has officially launched a new Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy.
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LawAccess NSW joins Legal Aid NSW
10 Jul 2019
People who are seeking legal assistance over the phone will be able to find the right help quickly and simply.
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Hospital Fees Class Action Notice
3 Jul 2019
If you’ve provided a guarantee for the public hospital charges of a patient who was ineligible for Medicare benefits you should read this notice carefully.
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Legal Aid News – July 2019
1 Jul 2019
The July edition of Legal Aid News is now available!
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Legal Aid News – June 2019
3 Jun 2019
The June 2019 edition of Legal Aid News is now available!
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Policy Bulletin 2019 / 8 (Revocation of Commonwealth Parole)
20 May 2019
The Legal Aid NSW Board has approved a policy allowing for representation of clients in revocation of Commonwealth Parole matters.