News from the Social Services Regulator

The Social Services Regulator (SSR) has published its second annual report, covering the 2025-26 financial year.

WWC Connect and child safety training start 19 October 2026

The SSR's October newsletter is out now.

From 1 October guidance and resources about the Child Safe Standards and Reportable Conduct Scheme will move from the Commission for Children and Young People to the Social Services Regulator website.

We will use this feedback to help us to continue improving our education resources and exploring how we can connect you to the information you need.

The SSR's July newsletter is out now.

The Social Services Regulator is conducting inquiries with the Eltham Wildcats to determine how an individual was working in a child-related role, while subject to relevant criminal charges.

Our goal is to communicate clearly so you can understand and meet your regulatory obligations. We want to know what we are getting right and where we can improve.

On 25 June 2026, the Minister for Children and Minister for Disability provided the Social Services Regulator (SSR) with an updated Ministerial Statement of Expectations.

All former residents of Greenslopes Supported Residential Service have moved to new homes of their choice and Greenslopes has now closed.

The SSR is committed to supporting the organisations we regulate to deliver services that are culturally safe and that uphold the rights of First Nations people to self-determination.

The 2026 International Day of Families is themed “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing”.

The April newsletter is out now.

Protecting people who access social services and children with culturally diverse backgrounds.

The Social Services Regulator has appointed an administrator to manage Greenslopes SRS.

The Social Services Regulator has guidance for organisations and businesses to support gender-based fairness, inclusion and access.

The Child Safe Standards and the Reportable Conduct Scheme have transferred to the Social Service Regulator.

The Social Services Regulator (SSR) has filed charges in the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria against a Supported Residential Services provider known as Murphy House.

The Social Services Regulator (SSR) has revoked the registration of Greenslopes Supported Residential Service (Sohal & Company Pty Ltd), effective 5 March 2026.

On International Human Rights Day the Social Services Regulator reaffirms its commitment to a rights-based social services system in which everyone is empowered, safe and respected.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities is an opportunity to celebrate and recognise the rights, strengths and contributions of people with disability and the importance of accessible and safe social services.

The SSR stands with all those working to address violence, support victim survivors, and promote respect and equality.

The SSR has published its first annual report.

IPAA Fellows are celebrated for their unwavering commitment to integrity, collaboration and the values that define IPAA Victoria.

Our vision is to have social services that are safe and treat people with agency and dignity.

The SSR has released a joint statement reiterating our commitment to the Child Safe Standards.

Victoria’s Social Services Regulator Jonathan Kaplan visited Mildura to meet with two local services and learn about the work they’re doing to provide social services to the Mallee community.

As part of its engagement with the sectors it regulates, the SSR has set up a number of consultative groups. One of them is specifically for service providers.

The Social Services Regulator Jonathan Kaplan visited social services providers in central and north-east Victoria.

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) and the Social Services Regulator (SSR) have published a statement of roles and responsibilities.

The Social Services Regulator is calling on providers to join the new Service Provider Reference Group. It will help provide targeted advice and perspectives to the Social Services Regulator.

In the first six months of operation, the new Social Services Regulator has laid the groundwork to strengthen protections and safeguard vulnerable Victorians.

On the 26 September 2024, a foster carer was excluded from working in out-of-home care in Victoria following an investigation and recommendation from the Social Services Regulator.