Core Points - The role of Justices of the Peace (JPs) in Australia is crucial for certifying important documents such as birth certificates and wills, but there is a significant shortage of JPs in Victoria [1][3] - The current number of JPs in Victoria is approximately 3,700, with over 2,200 located in Melbourne and 1,470 in rural areas, serving a population of over 6.5 million [3] - The Victorian government has previously recruited 800 new JPs in 2022, but the recruitment rate is not keeping pace with population growth, leading to an urgent need for more JPs [3][5] Group 1 - The Victorian Justices Association is urging the government to recruit more JPs due to the increasing demand and insufficient supply [5] - Other professionals such as nurses, pharmacists, and lawyers can also act as authorized witnesses for document signing, but they are often too busy and may charge fees for their services [5][7] - The reliance on volunteers for community services like that of JPs is facing a "manpower crisis," exacerbated by population growth and aging demographics [7]
太不合理！澳洲这种免费服务，快消失了
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-06-09 11:37