Mission Australia

1. Homeless Young Australians
(Document Downloads)

... problems. This has been contrasted with homeless young people who initially leave home to assert independence, escape boredom, seek excitement or because of the allure of the streets and this group is ...

2. Youth Employment Stategy (YES)
(Document Downloads)

... and a raft of new initiatives and policies to address the causes of Australia’s youth unemployment problem. The Youth Employment Strategy (YES) report says concerted action is needed to engage thousands ...

3. Mission Australia’s Triple R Services
(Community Services/Community Services)

Mission Australia’s Triple R Service provides counselling and community education services. Triple R stands for “Reflect, Refresh, Realise” because these services help people to reflect on their situation, ...

4. ABC Learning centres purchase – a ‘once in a generation’ opportunity
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... best start in life possible, as early as possible, for their future prospects,” said Mr Hall. “We joined GoodStart because we believed it was a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform childcare ...

5. We must act now to save a lost generation
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... and longest effects of economic downturn, with high levels of unemployment. Second, because of their lack of qualifications or work experience, young people are at risk of becoming long-term unemployed. ...

6. Governance
(Pathways/About Us)

... limited applicability because Mission Australia is a company limited by guarantee and thus has no tradeable securities or shares.  Another principle is limited in scope in that Mission Australia’s directors ...

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

... range of other issues including mental illness and substance abuse.   “Missionbeat has changed as well. We do a lot more than simply offer transportation. Because we’re the first point of contact we play ...

8. Mission Australia Launches SA Early Learning Centres
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... Early Learning Services has a very different structure and approach to the previous owner, ABC Learning, noted Ms Twitchett. “Because we’re a not-for-profit organisation, any surpluses generated from ...

9. Feds should play role in urban planning to improve housing affordability
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... transport – where your heating and cooling costs are so high you can’t invest in your children’s education, sport or health; and where you need a car because there’s no public transport. “That sort of ...

10. The Mission Australia Story
(Pathways/About Us)

... the disadvantaged and needy in their communities. Handouts and ‘soup lines’ were replaced with structured programs that looked at the causes of problems, and sought to find long-term solutions. Attempts ...

11. Ambassadors
(Pathways/About Us)

...  “I’ve always felt that Mission Australia was a fantastic organisation because of all the work they do for homeless no matter what age or race. We are only ever a few degrees of separation from being ...

12. Community Services in NSW
(Community Services/Community Services by State)

... for “Reflect, Refresh, Realise” because these services help people to reflect on their situation, refresh their thinking, and realise their own potential. Triple R Services help people in four key areas ...

13. Pathways away from homelessness
(Community Services/Community Services)

... problems of homelessness. We work to address the underlying causes in order to prevent people from spiralling into homelessness. When people have become homeless, we do our best to keep them safe and supported ...

14. NSW/ACT Volunteer Opportunities
(Volunteer/Volunteer Opportunities)

... to raise a couple of dollars for Mission Australia's cause.   The street collections will be taking place every Friday at midday on 19/03, 26/03, and 02/04 so please specify which time will work best for ...

15. Frequently Asked Questions
(Donations/Bequests)

... download a copy or we can mail a copy out to you. Contact us on bequests@missionaustralia.com.au or call 1800 88 88 68 or (02) 9219 2057. Do I need professional advice to make a Will? Because your ...

16. Hear From Others Who Have Left a Bequest
(Donations/Bequests)

Supporter stories Our supporters leave a bequest to us for many different reasons. Some, because they have been personally helped by Mission Australia in the past and want to give something back; others, ...

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

... residual or percentage bequest. This means that your bequest will grow along with the value of your estate. Because your Will is a legal document, we advise that you speak to a Solicitor about making ...

18. Fundraising for Mission Australia
(Donations/Fundraising)

Running your own fundraising activity for Mission Australia is a great way to have fun while contributing to a worthwhile cause. You can meet new people, develop skills and enjoy the satisfaction of making ...

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

... already working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people because it rejects complacency and embraces a process of ongoing learning.” Media inquiries: Patrick Flynn (02) 9641 5031 or 0407 411 ...

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

... approach to the previous owner, ABC Learning, noted Karen. “Because we’re a not-for-profit organisation, any surpluses generated from Mission Australia’s centres will be returned straight back into the ...

21. Mission Australia to build $16M Aged Homeless Service as number of elderly homeless climbs
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... line it will more than double Mission Australia’s permanent accommodation places for elderly homeless people in NSW. Women will benefit particularly because we’re the only organisation in the heart of ...

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

... doing similarly effective work to Pasifika. “Diversionary programs are so-called because they work with young people as early as possible in order to detect signs of problem behaviour and avoid entrenched ...

23. Missionbeat Bikes hit the road
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... safer for Mission Australia staff on bikes to get around the city and will help extend our reach, because of all the time saved. The cycleways couldn’t have come at a better time.” Launch of Missionbeat ...

24. Concern at growing numbers of homeless people turned away
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... cause for alarm. “These figures are one more indication that over many years our country’s approach towards helping people out of homelessness has been a failure,” said Mr Hall. “These numbers – and ...

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

... nation. Per head, we spend twice as much on gambling each year as North Americans; an annual loss of $1300 for every adult Australian. For many of us having a flutter is an enjoyable activity that causes ...