Mission Australia

1. Action needed to reduce problem gambling
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... into Gambling released on Wednesday, to reduce the impact of problem gambling on Australians. “Mission Australia sees the human face of problem gambling in our services every single day,” said Toby Hall, ...

2. Mission Australia recognised at PriceWaterhouseCoopers Transparency Awards
(Daily News/Blog)

... Chief Financial Officer, accepted the award on behalf of Mission Australia stating: “Mission Australia has at its heart a passion to transform the lives of disadvantaged Australians and to see a fairer ...

3. Last minute Christmas gift ideas from Mission Australia!
(News/Media Releases Archive)

...  “Giving donations as gifts to friends helps organisations like Mission Australia transform lives – through the holiday season and beyond. “Mission Australia thanks Australians for their support in ...

4. Missionbeat: a Sydney icon turns 30
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... a year. Sydney wouldn’t be Sydney without Missionbeat,” said Daniel. “Missionbeat is a vital part of Sydney’s homeless community. Every day, our vans – and bikes – respond to calls from the public, emergency ...

5. Ambassadors
(Pathways/About Us)

... streets of Sydney, helping those in need.         DANIEL WIDDOWSON “Mission Australia is caring for those who are often forgotten about, it’s loving those who are often unloved, and it’s ...

6. Mission Australia launches Reconciliation Action Plan
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... between aboriginal and non-aboriginal Australians. “Mission Australia developed a statement of principles for working with aboriginal Australians in 2007, but we needed a concrete way of giving life to ...

7. Mission Australia Early Learning opens its doors to the Illawarra
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... yard nursery, face painting and clowns. “Mission Australia has a long and successful history caring for children and providing not-for-profit early learning,” said Karen. “We think we can make a really ...

8. A fresh approach in the mission to enable refugee and migrants to gain sustainable employment
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... instances young people were dealing with drug and alcohol addiction, homelessness and mental health issues – impediments they could do without when looking for work. “Mission Australia’s commitment to ...

9. Youth at risk the focus of new Adelaide Jobs Service
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... years ago, it’s likely they are much higher in these tough times,” Ms Hart says. “Mission Australia’s employment services are about helping employers determine who and what they need, and to link them ...

10. Australia's approach to Juvenile Justice must change
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... in excess of $150,000 to keep a juvenile in custody for 12 months. “Mission Australia runs programs around the country that have had an enormous success in keeping young people on the right pathway.  ...

11. Mission Australia: tragedy if housing element of stimulus package not passed
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... backed up with adequate affordable housing then it’s almost useless. “Mission Australia’s submission to the government’s recent White Paper on homelessness was absolutely clear on the need to boost ...

12. P&O Cruises partners with Mission Australia for innovative community program
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... tough in uncertain economic times. “Mission Australia is very grateful for P&O Cruises’ generosity. This partnership will help make a real difference in the lives of a great many people.” Media enquiries: ...

13. Mission Australia welcomes Homelessness Revolution
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... of significantly reducing the number of homeless people in this country. “Mission Australia is heartened to see so many of our own recommendations contained in the White Paper – particularly with its ...

14. Drugs a growing concern for young Australians
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... in sports, arts and cultural activities and volunteering. Close to 40 per cent of young adult respondents were volunteering. “Mission Australia’s National Survey of Young Australians gives young people ...

15. Mission Australia supports local music in the south
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... 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 ...

16. Improved literacy and numeracy keys to getting a better job
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... a pathway to further education and training, better job performance and improved job prospects. “Mission Australia currently has vacancies at our LLNP course – it’s absolutely free for eligible students ...

17. Homeless youth on the rise in Tasmania
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... said Mr Mundy. “Mission Australia’s Youth Beat – which is a mobile after hours outreach van providing support, referrals and information to Glenorchy’s young people – sees around 300-350 young people ...

18. Homelessness among the elderly - The hidden face of Homelessness in Australia
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... of government, non-government organisations and service providers. There are few organisations that specifically cater for the needs of the ageing homeless. “Mission Australia’s Charles Chambers Court ...

19. Spiralling fuel costs hurt Sydney's Missionbeat vans
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... extremely difficult for a service that relied heavily on donations from individuals and business supporters. “Missionbeat’s vans patrol Sydney’s CBD and inner city 7 days a week, 365 days a year – between ...

20. Green paper on homelessness is a positive step
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... should help them to find a job – then we can transform the lives of that individual and their family, and benefit the entire community. “Mission Australia’s hope is that this will be the trigger for ...

21. Flexible Job Network will help disadvantaged job seekers
(News/Media Releases Archive)

...  “Mission Australia is pleased by changes to the Work for the Dole program. As the country’s largest provider of Work for the Dole, we have always strongly advocated for a program that provides real work ...

22. Gambling binge cost the State Billions
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... said. “Mission Australia is encouraging the community to become aware of problem gambling. We want to break down social barriers and get people talking about this significant community problem. Let’s ...

23. Campaign Kicks Off to Raise $100,000 for the Homeless
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... people who are missing out on a basic need – a need which so many of us take for granted – shelter. “Mission Australia is doing important work, and we are glad to be their partners in helping homeless ...

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

... properties are public housing,” Mr Mundy said. “Mission Australia is looking to build on Chigwell House’s historic heritage by providing essential services that are sorely needed by the local community. ...

25. Mission Australia welcomes groundbreaking youth homelessness report
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... the increase, it’s not insurmountable, and the recommendations in the report – along with costings – provide us with a good start for bringing homeless numbers down. “Mission Australia firmly believes ...