When fuel prices rise, who picks up the pieces?
Most Australians will notice higher fuel prices at the petrol station. Frontline community services will notice them in the growing number of people seeking help.

Tamara Thomas is the National Director of UnitingCare Australia, representing the country’s largest network of community and care services providers.
Most Australians will notice higher fuel prices at the petrol station. Frontline community services will notice them in the growing number of people seeking help.
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