Mission Australia

1. Drugs, suicide and body image - the issues of most concern to young Australians
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... has also uncovered many 11-14 year olds feel unequipped to deal with the issue of drugs... The national survey, conducted by Mission Australia, tested the views of close to 48,000 young people – ...

2. Australia's Rugby Players lend Mission Australia a hand
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... homeless participants in the City to Surf with running equipment and talked football with some keen rugby supporters. “It’s not often that people sit and have a chat with homeless people so being able ...

3. Employers
(Employment Services/Employers)

... costs of training, development and wages in the first few months of employment. You may also be able to access financial assistance for workplace tools and equipment that are not already covered by you ...

4. Wage Subsidies
(Employment Services/Employers)

... fast rules. Once you receive the wage subsidy, it is up to you to use it in any way that benefits your business. In addition, Mission Australia Employment Solutions can also help with tools, equipment ...

5. Post Placement Support
(Employment Services/Employers)

... into their job: Assistance to purchase job specific equipment, clothes or uniforms. Additional industry skills training if required. Assistance with short-term transport requirements (for example, ...

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

... who can commit to cleaning duties at the centre for a few hours a week.  It would be within approximately 12.30pm-3.30pm, between Mon-Fri each week. We will provide all of the cleaning products and equipment.  ...

7. Corporate Volunteering Opportunities
(Volunteer/Volunteer Opportunities)

... the ambience that comes with newly painted surroundings. As a team you would be asked to provide the appropriate equipment for the activity. Please call Tanya Sarmiento on (02) 9219 2011 or email corporatevolunteering@missionaustralia.com.au ...

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

... people) are considered elderly. “The number of elderly homeless is ballooning and we’ve been ill-equipped to provide the specialised services they need to live a safe, secure and dignified life,” said ...

9. Environmental Responsibility
(Big Heart/information)

... set up new offices with items such as computers, furniture and office equipment. Selling quality items through the Factory Outlets and Op-Shops at affordable prices. Distributing to third world countries. ...

10. The big issues facing our kids
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... have tried illegal drugs, and 23.4 per cent of 18- to 19-year-olds. It seems our efforts to create anti-drug awareness among younger teens are generating plenty of worry but are not necessarily equipping ...

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

... skills, cooking classes and access to gym equipment. “These supports are ‘wrapped around’ the accommodation so no one falls through the cracks. “We’re also investing heavily in the research behind ...

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

... drug education campaigns really need to be targeted at 11-14 year olds. That’s when the issue is most likely to be worrying young people, providing us with the best opportunity to equip them with the strategies ...

13. Work for dole team graduates after giving new life to Kaurna Plains pre-school
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... “The Work for the Dole team upgraded a key play area, built a pergola, installed new play equipment, designed a bike track, laid new grass and did other painting and landscaping tasks.” The project commenced ...

14. Mission Australia opens new Launceston office
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... in building resilience and equipping individuals to play an active role in their community. “The new office will specifically focus on employment initiatives such as Community Work/Work for the Dole, ...

15. Job seekers give new life to school after arson attack
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... new equipment,” he said. “Our Work for the Dole team has been able to put in some finishing touches that help make the school safer and more attractive.” The Elizabeth Park School Rejuvenation Project ...

16. Expo to assist newly arrived Australians
(News/Media Releases Archive)

...  We work with communities across the State to assist in building resilience and equip individuals to play active roles in their communities. The Pathways for Newly Arrived Australians Expo is being held ...

17. Young people to upgrade Gumeracha Walking Trail
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... to conserve, preserve and restore Australia’s natural environment and cultural heritage. Participants receive a training allowance, uniforms, safety equipment and nationally accredited training (Certificate ...

18. City of Moreland residents invited to mentor local teens
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... to equip them with the necessary skills and information to participate as a mentor. Glenroy M2M at a glance: What: The Glenroy M2M program involves spending at least two hours a week (during school ...

19. Young, Financially Insecure and a Victim of Violence - The Face of Homelessness in Western Australia
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... equips them with the skills they need to maintain accommodation and live independently. “Youth crisis care and transitional housing in WA are both overloaded, with YASS turning away almost 90% of young ...

20. Training program aimed at skills shortages in Port Augusta/Whyalla Region
(News/Media Releases Archive)

A group of unemployed people from the Port Augusta region have been learning to operate major plant equipment, including excavators, front end loaders and skid steers, under an innovative employment training ...

21. Story on live music scene in Adelaide’s south
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... also stepped up to the mark. They rehearse their own rock band, LT, at the centre and, in return, provide free PA and lights, and other equipment to record, mix and master each band’s recording, so they ...

22. New program to protect homeless young women from sexual assault, other harm
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... how to minimise their risk of sexual assault, of getting caught up in criminal behaviour or of harming themselves. A major step in the Equip program is also to help encourage them to report sexual assault ...

23. New program benefits young people in Taree, Port Macquarie and Kempsey
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... better equipping them to successfully make the transition through school and from school to further education, training or employment. “We are proud to be helping young, local people with targeted ...

24. Anti-poverty Week - Terms and Conditions
(Uncategorised Content)

... or equipment malfunction (whether or not under the Promoter’s control); (b) any theft, unauthorized access or third party interference; (c) any entry or prize claim that is late, lost, altered, damaged ...