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Vinnies launches plan to combat homelessness in Victoria
The St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria yesterday launched a call to action ahead of the state election, calling on all parties to commit to a long-term housing strategy focused on prevention, housing supply and community support.
Vinnies CEO Sleepout to draw attention to homelessness
Leaders across the nation will come together again this winter for the annual Vinnies CEO Sleepout to raise awareness of homelessness and funds to support services and programs run by the St Vincent de Paul Society.
Homelessness sector in SA ‘under unprecedented pressure’
An Adelaide community service has released its policy priorities for the 2026 South Australian election, calling for major parties and independent candidates to prioritise the transition from “homelessness to homefulness” for thousands of people living on the state’s streets. Source: The Southern Cross.
Bright future on the horizon for homeless young parents
A new facility designed to provide safe housing and support for young parents, and their babies, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness has opened in Perth. Source: St John of God Health Care.
Adelaide service fears it will be forced to turn people away
Adelaide’s Hutt St Centre fears it will reach capacity and might be forced to turn people away within the next three years if more social housing does not become available. Source: The Southern Cross.
The Australians dying young at the edge of the system
More Australians are dying while facing homelessness – and they’re dying younger, often in their 30s to early 50s, according to new data. Source: SBS News.
These boots were made to help end homelessness
More than 3000 people participated in the Walk a Mile in My Boots event in Adelaide, walking in solidarity with the estimated 7000 people who are experiencing homelessness in South Australia. Source: The Southern Cross.
Data shows ‘brutal reality of child homelessness in Australia’
Three-quarters of homeless Australian kids who seek help without a parent or guardian remain homeless after their crisis support ends, new research shows. Source: News.com.au.
Vinnies urges Albanese Government to fully fund services
This week, Homeless Week, the St Vincent de Paul Society is urging the Albanese Government to fully fund homelessness services, ensuring no one is left without help when they need it.