Mission Australia

1. Our Response to Commonwealth Gov. Green Paper - Which way home?
(Download:Policy Submissions)

... as well as at the individual level. Given the breadth of issues that can contribute to homelessness, we note that not all these can or will be addressed within the NAHA. Therefore we argue targets related ...

2. When Gambling is No Longer Fun
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... which contribute significant amounts to the community, but if these community activities are being supported by proceeds from problem gamblers (whose ranks account for a third of the gambling industry ...

3. Early Learning Services - Mission Statement
(Community Services/Early Learning)

... constructive relationships with children, parents, families and communities. Work together, contribute ideas and energy in order to achieve a high quality service. Respect the rights of individuals ...

4. Our Volunteers
(Volunteer/Volunteers)

... are students seeking work experience, retirees, recently-arrived migrants wanting to contribute to their new country and highly skilled professionals. The employees of our Corporate Partners are also involved ...

5. Ambassadors
(Pathways/About Us)

... shows. He also found himself joining the writing team for Home and Away, the National no.1 Drama. His role at Network Seven became even more diverse when he contributed to backyard renovations around ...

6. What will you be doing on Christmas Day?
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... We also rely on donations from individuals and corporates to fund the event each year. If you'd like to contribute to the success of the 2008 Christmas in the Park, either by becoming a volunteer or by ...

7. Mission Australia joins industry and government at the Social Innovation Summit
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... regulatory framework will positively contribute to social innovation and the long-term sustainability of communities, enabling them to spend more time on delivering services to those in need. The idea ...

8. Green Corps activity to help Riverglades
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... out in the Wetlands,” Ms Sandery said. Green Corps projects provide participants with a quality experience in real learning and opportunities to contribute to community building within an environmental ...

9. New centre with historic heart offers assistance to disadvantaged Tasmanians
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... works immediately and contributed a further $800,000 which has resulted in the building’s $1.4 million redevelopment. “In addition to the programs which will help disadvantaged individuals and families ...

10. The Westpac Foundation
(Partnerships/Major Corporate and Community Partners)

The Westpac Foundation has contributed significant funds to Mission Australia's Pathways to Prevention project, both in Brisbane's disadvantaged suburb of Inala and also Girraween in Perth. Pathways ...

11. Making or Changing Your Will
(Donations/Bequests)

... set up in your name as an ongoing testimonial in your memory, for your family and friends to contribute to. Visit a Mission Australia Service Mission Australia has over 450 services across metropolitan, ...

12. Indigenous problem gamblers need greater support
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... away from getting involved in gambling. “The change in the nature of gambling in Indigenous communities has also contributed to the problem. Historically, gambling in Indigenous communities (eg: card ...

13. Program wins crime prevention award
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... Violence Prevention Awards. The Awards, to be presented at Parliament House on 6 March, recognise programs that have significantly contributed to the reduction of crime and violence in the community. ...

14. UN report on Australian housing crisis rings true
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... no real reduction in the number of homeless” had contributed to the crisis and that a “clear, consistent, long-term and holistic housing strategy” was needed. Mission Australia’s CEO, Toby Hall, said ...

15. University courses for disadvantaged Australians offer a path out of poverty
(News/Media Releases Archive)

...  Another major benefit of Catalyst-Clemente is its cost effectiveness. “Through the close collaboration between the NGOs and university, the resources contributed to run Catalyst-Clemente have been ...

16. World wheelchair champion to support Mission Australia's Apprentice Programme
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... on Friday, 9 February from 7-9am. “One of the key roles of the Australian Apprenticeships Centres is to encourage businesses to take on disabled people, to give them the opportunity to harness and contribute ...