Mission Australia

1. State and Territory governments must set targets to reduce numbers of young people in detention
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... had proven the best approach to reducing juvenile offending was not putting young people in custody but providing them with access to programs that addressed the issues at the heart of their behaviour, ...

2. Mission Australia opens its heart in Campbelltown
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... that the new hub incorporates a Big Heart retail store and would have many benefits for the local community – both those simply looking for a bargain as well as people in need of a helping hand. “With ...

3. Head Game: new Sounds of the Street Album
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... of the course Coordinators and musicians who contributed to the album. “Head Game doesn't hold back and nor should it. It’s a snapshot of the young and struggling but at its heart it’s a glorious ...

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

... people in our services – particularly young people in need – who will be inspired by meeting these top players and hearing about how they stay positive, keep their focus and rise to the challenges thrown ...

5. Our people
(Pathways/About Us)

Our People More than 3000 staff and 1000 volunteers make up the heart and soul of Mission Australia. We are united in our desire to see a fairer Australia and to help those in need find pathways ...

6. Ambassadors
(Pathways/About Us)

... and most recently “Underbelly 2”. He recently shot scenes in “Wolverine” staring Hugh Jackman which comes to theatres in 2009. Myles secured a place in the hearts and minds of many Australians as Nick ...

7. Wage Subsidies
(Employment Services/Employers)

... Consultant can tell you if the candidate is eligible and how much you’ll receive. A few more details To help you understand how wage subsidies work, here are the answers to some of the questions we hear ...

8. Internship Success - Alexis Bradshaw
(Jobs at Mission Australia/Graduate and Work Experience)

Intern Placement – Alexis Bradshaw Creative Youth Initiatives “Are you creative?” I can’t say I expected to hear this question from the Social Work Field Education Officer at my uni. “Um….I played ...

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

... get this campaign up and running very shortly and would love to hear from anyone who is interested in taking a couple of hours to help us hit our goals and make Australia a fairer place for everyone.   ...

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

... to leave something to charity in her Will. I thought it was a terrific idea and I supported her wholeheartedly. She kept mentioning that she must get around to changing her Will, but unfortunately she ...

11. Leaving a Bequest for Mission Australia
(Donations/Bequests)

... kB) More information about leaving a bequest to Mission Australia For individuals Making or changing your Will Supporter Stories - hear from people who have made a bequest to us Frequently ...

12. Integrity hotline
(Pathways/About Us)

Integrity Hotline - 1800 021 673 or email integrity@missionaustralia.com.au Our strong ethical values are at the heart of everything we do at Mission Australia and we need to strive to preserve them. ...

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

... the document and putting our principles into practice,” said Mr Hall. “Our Reconciliation Action Plan puts aboriginal Australians and their needs at the heart of our organisation. “We felt very strongly ...

14. 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 ...

15. Big Heart Products
(Big Heart/information)

Big Heart sells a great range of products such as op-shop items, factory seconds, and items for your home or business. Big Heart on eBay You can now shop for bargains online at the Big Heart eBay ...

16. Mission Australia opens its Heart to Nowra
(News/Media Releases Archive)

Mrs Joanna Gash MP, Member for Gilmore, will officially open Mission Australia’s newest Big Heart Enterprises store in Nowra at a ceremony at 11am on Friday 13 February. The new store is Mission Australia’s ...

17. About Big Heart
(Big Heart/information)

...  The Big Heart Enterprise was established in the Illawarra region twenty years ago to help raise funds for a local Mission Australia Youth Accommodation service. Over the years, the 'op-shop' concept ...

18. Donations
(Big Heart/information)

Big Heart Enterprise Donation Bins are located throughout the Illawarra from Austinmer to Gerringong. (clothes, shoes, blankets etc. only kindly accepted through donation bins). If you are moving ...

19. Volunteering
(Big Heart/information)

Interested in volunteering with Mission Australia? Big Heart Enterprise is a great place to volunteer, staff are friendly and you have the opportunity to: Learn a range of new skills; ...

20. Store Locations
(Big Heart/information)

... Op Shop 4/5 Harbord Road Campbelltown Ph: 4620 0007 Click here to view map Big Heart on Ebay Big Heart also sells items on Ebay as a unique way to generate greater support and interest, not ...

21. Environmental Responsibility
(Big Heart/information)

... four cars off the road permanently; Providing a year's electricity for 14.5 households; and Saving enough water to fill 3.5 average backyard swimming pools. How does Big Heart Enterprise ...

22. Specials & Events
(Big Heart/information)

... a community volunteer day.  This involved staff donating a range of their items, then sorting and packaging them ready to be transported to the new Big Heart shop in Campbelltown.  It was a highly successful ...

23. Here comes trouble: new Sounds of the Street album
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... launch Date:  Friday 6 February 2009 Time:  4 - 6pm Address:  Fraser Studios, 10-14 Kensington Street, Chippendale (Musicians will be available for photos/interviews prior to launch including during rehearsals) ...

24. 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 ...

25. Mission Australia to brighten the day for struggling families at City Park
(News/Media Releases Archive)

...  “AGL is among several of our partners that recognise the value of supporting Australian families in need not only of food, clothing and shelter but also of events and activities that brighten their hearts.” ...