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Mission Australia joins industry and government at the Social Innovation Summit
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... to overcome long-term social problems. This collaboration lies at the heart of social innovation. Professor Tony Vinson’s opening presentation highlighted the magnitude of the task at hand. His ‘postcodes ... Friday, 26 September 2008Mission Australia supports local music in the south
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... growing from what was an ‘open mic’ night into a quality performance opportunity for locals to show their performing and writing talents. “Mission Australia is committed to trying to help young people ... Tuesday, 23 September 2008Improved literacy and numeracy keys to getting a better job
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... is a great first step in improving, not only your reading, writing and numerical skills, but also your problem-solving, communication and self-esteem. “With stronger literacy and numeracy you open up ... Monday, 01 September 2008Award winning aged-care service for the homeless turns ten
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On Tuesday 26th August, Mission Australia will celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the opening of Charles Chambers Court (CCC), its Surry Hills based aged-care facility for the homeless, frail and aged. ... Monday, 25 August 2008Mission Australia set to relaunch family support service
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Mission Australia will officially open its new premises at Jacaranda House in Balcatta today. Jacaranda House provides a range of community services aimed at families and young people, including supported ... Friday, 22 August 20085th Birthday for Volt Youth Enterprise Centre
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... supported us for five years,” Ms Sellen said. Ms Sellen estimated that more than 5,000 young people had attended VOLT programs and activities since it opened on 9 August 2003. In 2007-08 alone, 2,000 ... Tuesday, 12 August 2008Homeless youth on the rise in Tasmania
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... Australia’s recently opened Chigwell House service, all of the 14 low cost one-bedroom units for people at risk of homelessness have been filled and there is already a long waiting list for a vacancy,” ... Thursday, 07 August 2008New centre with historic heart offers assistance to disadvantaged Tasmanians
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One of Tasmania’s most disadvantaged suburbs, Chigwell, will today receive a boost with the opening of a new centre by Mission Australia which will provide a range of community and accommodation services, ... Monday, 14 April 2008Hear From Others Who Have Left a Bequest
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... at Mission Australia did to help my son, but when he moved out of his hostel to go live with his girlfriend – which, sadly didn’t work out - they welcomed him back with open arms. They are just so forgiving ... Wednesday, 19 March 2008QLD Volunteer Opportunities
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... the Café’s operations, to assist clients who may be experiencing homelessness or financial crisis. The Café is open to all. Its customers include homeless and disadvantaged people, professionals buying ... Tuesday, 18 March 2008Graduate Success - Diana Nicholson
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... attitude made me feel a part of the team and gave me a sense of making a difference in the lives of others. The ability to work with the homeless men was also a huge eye opener and an experience I am grateful ... Tuesday, 18 March 2008Pathways for Life - Annual Report 2007
Category: Pathways/About Us
... Indigenous people living in remote communities We opened Roma House, a new accommodation service aimed at helping long-term homeless people in Brisbane who have multiple and complex needs Despite record ... Friday, 14 March 2008Affordable housing crisis a big issue for regional areas like Port Pirie, Port Augusta and Whyalla.
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... Pastor Steve Wood and Mission Australia State Chaplain Nicholas Rundle will lead the service. Mission Australia opened its office in Whyalla in 1997 with just one staff member and one service, the JPET ... Friday, 02 November 2007Tasmanian youth wanted for mobile arts competition
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... on all young Tasmanians to get involved in this competition and let their creative talents shine,” Mr Mundy said. “The competition is open to anyone aged between 12 and 24 and all artwork must be submitted ... Monday, 10 September 2007Mission Australia opens new Launceston office
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One of Tasmania’s leading community service organisations, Mission Australia, is opening a new office in Launceston. The centre will offer a variety of services relating to employment, training and youth ... Monday, 10 September 2007Increased rents create greater risk of homelessness
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... House at Spring Hill, managed by Mission Australia, has recorded a steady increase in residents since it opened in November last year, now recording 100 per cent capacity with residents staying on average ... Monday, 06 August 2007Mission Australia launches 2007 Youth Survey
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... support for homelessness, mental health issues, drug and alcohol abuse, and family breakdown. The Mission Australia National Survey of Young Australians is open to all Australians aged between 11 and ... Monday, 30 April 2007Work for dole project reconstructing history in SA
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... Salvation Army Museum and Heritage Centre, located at 2a Burwood Avenue, Nailsworth is open to the public, including group tours, by phoning (08) 8342 2545 or 0409091276. The Reconstructing History Work ... Monday, 30 April 2007Lord Mayor’s $40,000 donation for homeless women’s mental health care in Kings Cross
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... community support to keep its doors open. The Lord Mayor’s grant is absolutely wonderful news for us. “Recently we’ve seen an increase in the number of women exhibiting problems as a result of methamphetamine ... Monday, 19 March 2007Job seekers give new life to school after arson attack
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Students at Elizabeth Park Primary School who were devastated by a school arson attack are now set to celebrate the opening of a new and welcoming front entrance and school gathering point, thanks to the ... Monday, 05 March 2007Expo to assist newly arrived Australians
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... today (Thursday, 1 March) from 10am -2pm at the Wellington Square TAFE campus. Launceston Mayor Ivan Dean will officially open the Expo at 10.30am. For more information: Lucinda Bray, Beyond PR, 6223 ... Thursday, 01 March 2007World wheelchair champion to support Mission Australia's Apprentice Programme
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... Apprentice throughout the duration of the Australian Apprenticeship. Australian Apprenticeships are open to anyone of working age, offering on and/or off the job training while being paid to work. ... Monday, 12 February 2007Kapunda Copper Mine to be restored by Mission Australia's Green Corps project
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... Horticulture, Senior First Aid Certificate) in return for their commitment. The Kapunda Mine, which opened in 1844, was the first successful mine in Australia and a vital economic driver for South Australia ... Monday, 05 February 2007Mission Australia to combat unemployment in Meekatharra
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Mission Australia recently opened a remote servicing area in Meekatharra, which offers a variety of job network services for registered job seekers from Mt Magnet to Wiluna. As a former Mission Australia ... Tuesday, 16 January 2007Roma House - A new service for homeless Queenslanders launched in Brisbane
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... lives in Queensland. When we open for business next week, we expect to hit the ground running,” Mr Hopper said. “Residents will receive individual support, rehabilitation, access to employment and training ... Wednesday, 22 November 2006