Mission Australia

1. Experiencing Poverty
(Document Downloads)

The first results of research that aims to measure poverty in a new way were released today (Monday 6 March). The research highlights the problems facing low-income Australians who have missed out on the ...

2. National Youth Survey 2005: Rural and Regional Responses
(Document Downloads)

The differences between young people living in rural/regional Australia and those in metropolitan areas have been highlighted in a new publication based on Mission Australia's 2005 National Youth Survey. ...

3. How we acquire talent and give you every opportunity to ensure our organisation is the perfect fit for you!
(Jobs at Mission Australia/Mission Australia Jobs)

... you’ll be well placed to tailor your resume to highlight your experiences against what we need. The more targeted and specific you are in your application about how your work experience and qualifications ...

4. Mission Australia winner celebrates with BBQ cooked by celebrity chef Ben O'Donoghue
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... O’Donoghue said he was delighted to throw his support behind Mission Australia and help some of Australia’s most vulnerable. “I admire the work Mission Australia does, and the commitment with which they ...

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

... opened the hub today. “Financial education and supporting the Australian community are ongoing priorities for us at Citi,” said Mr Roberts. “We are delighted to be working with Mission Australia ...

6. Annual Review
(Pathways/About Us)

... and enabling them to pursue more positive, independent lives.   Annual Review 2009 - NEW! Click here to view the 2009 Annual Review highlights, and downloads       Annual Review 2008 ...

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

... placement in August 2005 and I worked full time until the end of November 2005. I can’t say that working for free was a major highlight of my field education placement but I can honestly say that completing ...

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

...  You will be provided with a refreshment for every time slot that you volunteer There will be a minimal amount of light lifting of the communication materials, but nothing strenuous You will be required ...

9. WA Volunteer Opportunities
(Volunteer/Volunteer Opportunities)

... enthusiasm to the crèche Preparing activities for children age range 2-12 years  (there are some resources at Wattle House) Preparing a light supper for the children It would be beneficial if ...

10. Corporate Volunteering Opportunities
(Volunteer/Volunteer Opportunities)

...  Financial cost estimate: $300-$600 Location: Manly, NSW Client Group: Homeless Men Help create a welcoming natural environment for the men who live at & are supported by The Fairlight Centre, ...

11. Early Learning Services - Key goals
(Early Learning Services/Early Learning)

... to order, beauty and light. Encourage each child to see themselves as valued, unique. Be prepared to have fun, be silly, play, and make jokes when opportunity arises. Be prepared for laughter and joyful ...

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

... and Lightly Scented have all made donations for the open day. Matilda's Farm Yard Nursery has also generously donated its time and resources for the day and Jolly Jumping Castles is providing the jumping ...

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

... up highlighted the need for alternatives to addressing offending behaviour. “Around 13,000 young people go through state/territory juvenile justice systems every year. Nearly 1000 young Australians are ...

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

... our plans. “It’s a credit to Mission Australia that they’ve come up with this idea and I’m delighted to be able to support them in their efforts to help people living on our streets,” Ms Moore said. ...

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

... only slightly from the previous year (368 in 2006-07), the knowledge that many of the 385 – which include family groups – would have ended up sleeping rough, in cars, or in other dangerous situations was ...

16. Aussie Rock legends to harness young talent
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... by Onkaparinga Youth Services - Mission Australia and Savage Events which seeks to highlight the need for improved services and arts opportunities for young people in suburban areas and to highlight the ...

17. Mission Australia joins industry and government at the Social Innovation Summit
(News/Media Releases Archive)

... 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 ...

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

New figures show that of the 4,700 people who accessed homeless support services in Tasmania in 2006-07, 1,800 were aged under 25 – including 950 aged between 15-19 – both a slight increase on the previous ...

19. Young Australians wanted for national survey
(News/Media Releases Archive)

Mission Australia is calling on young Australians to help highlight important issues in their lives by having their say in the charity’s 2008 National Youth Survey. The survey is Australia’s largest annual ...

20. Tasmanian youth wanted for national youth survey
(News/Media Releases Archive)

Mission Australia is calling on all young Tasmanians to get involved and highlight important issues facing their lives by having their say in the 2008 Mission Australia Youth Survey. In launching Mission ...

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

... will allow service providers to meet demand as it increases. To highlight how important this change is, there are currently 27,000 people on the Personal Support Program waiting list – providers will now ...

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

... the scale of the problem and offered a range of solutions for moving ahead. Mission Australia’s Acting CEO, Mr Lincoln Hopper, said youth homelessness was a serious blight on Australian society. “When ...

23. Youth Beat service highlights concerns for young Tasmanians
(News/Media Releases Archive)

Since September 2007, Mission Australia’s Youth Beat program has helped over 9000 young Tasmanians in the Glenorchy area with a wide range of concerning issues. Mission Australia’s State Director ...

24. Adelaide's heatwave hits the homeless
(News/Media Releases Archive)

Adelaide's drastic heatwave is exacerbating the plight of homeless people, with many vulnerable people suffering heatstroke, dehydration and other physical and emotional distress, according to leading ...

25. Volunteer Induction Evening - December 6th 2007
(News/Media Releases Archive)

...  Induction Program 5:00PM - Registration and Light Refreshments 5:15PM - Welcome and Overview of Mission Australia’s Volunteering Program. Fiona Ivits, National Volunteer Coordinator 5:45PM - ...