Thousands of families rely on Wattle House in Maddington, WA for food, basic supplies and community support. Without funding, they’ll go without. You can change that. Donate now: act.missionaustralia.com.au/wattlehouse/ Together we can build hope and possibility for all.

Mission Australia marks half-century of serving up Christmas cheer in Perth There's still time to sign up as a volunteer or donate a plate. More information here: christmaslunchinthepark.com.au

Is it cheaper to end poverty than to maintain it? Research says yes We must #RaisetheRate of income support payments.

🌏 This International Day of Climate Action, Mission Australia is proud to be working towards reaching net zero by 2050 & creating a positive future for the climate. 🌳The community pocket forest at our Benjamin Short Grove aged care home in Orange is part of this commitment.

NSW GambleAware Week highlights the risks associated with gambling and reminds us that there’s more to lose than money. Gambling can harm all aspects of your life, including your relationships with friends and family.

Access to safe, secure homes is key to helping people break the poverty cycle. This Anti-Poverty Week we call on the Federal Gov to lift income support payments to at least $589/wk, boost rent assistance, focus on homelessness prevention + build more social & affordable homes. Read more here:

Every hour, 3,000 people in Australia face homelessness . On #WorldHomelessnessDay, we urge governments to ensure that 1 in 10 new homes built are for social & affordable housing so that everyone in need can have a safe and secure home.

🍃Thanks to a partnership with The Groundswell Collective and Carbon Positive Australia, Benjamin Short Grove, our aged care home in Orange, is now home to a tiny forest filled with native trees and shrubs. The forest will keep residents cool, connect them to nature and boost wellbeing.

On International Day of Older Persons, we’re celebrating residents at our 3 specialist aged care facilities in NSW. Many have led tough lives, but with us, they have safety, security & connection plus great food thanks to our chefs’ participation in the Maggie Beer Foundation's program.

❤️💛🖤Reconciliation is a commitment to justice, healing & shared futures. Our new Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan elevates Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples' voices, cultural safety & respectful partnerships. Thanks to staff who shaped it.

Gratitude Day (September 21) reminds us to pause, reflect and appreciate what we have — and the people who make a difference in our lives. We’re grateful for our supporters who help us work alongside Australians in need every day. #GratitudeDay

🏠 Is the housing crisis hitting home for you? Struggling with rent or mould? Can't find an affordable and safe place to call home? We want to hear your story. 👉 Take the survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/6C9BCT6 #FairHousingFuture #BuildSocialHousing #EverybodysHome

Today is R U OK? Day. A reminder to check in with those close to you, especially young people. In #YouthSurvey2024, 1 in 3 young people said mental health is their top national issue. A conversation can make a difference. Let’s ask, listen & support. #RUOKDay

Today on #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, we stand in solidarity with those impacted by suicide. Our Youth Survey 2024 revealed many young people are deeply concerned about mental health. We’re committed to working alongside people in need — offering hope, connection and support.

It’s #NationalChildProtectionWeek. This year’s theme is Every conversation matters: Shifting Conversation to Action. With 1 in 6 children living in poverty, this week is a reminder that we should not be afraid to speak up to protect our young people. Keeping kids safe is everyone’s business. #NCPW25

Today is International Day of Charity. Even the smallest act of kindness can make a big difference. Together, we can create brighter futures for people facing disadvantage. Find out how you can help:

It’s #IncludeACharity Week. By leaving a gift in your Will, you can create lasting change for vulnerable Australians in need. Every legacy, big or small, helps build brighter futures. Find out more:

In our #YouthSurvey2024, young people said discrimination & inequality was one of the most important issues in Australia. At Mission Australia, we are committed to creating safe & inclusive spaces for LGBTQIA+ young people across our services. #WearItPurple2025

🏔️ Podcaster Josh Collins is climbing Everest to raise money for Mission Australia's Drug & Alcohol Youth Service. He spoke with our very own Elise Jorgensen about his personal connection with DAYS. Listen here:

Thousands of Australian children are homeless, without an adult supporting them

Domestic & family violence victim-survivors looking for a safe and secure home can struggle to navigate Western Sydney's competitive rental market. Mission Australia's Priority Project pilot is working to change this.

🏘️ We're excited to be appointed as the tenancy support provider for the East Perth Common Ground facility. Common Ground is more than just housing. It combines permanent, affordable housing with tailored, on-site support to help residents. More here: www.missionaustralia.com.au/media-centre...

On International Youth Day, we’re calling on young people aged 14-19 to complete our #YouthSurvey2025 and share their thoughts on the issues impacting Australia. Take the survey here: www.missionaustralia.com.au/youthsurvey

It’s Aged Care Employee Day today and we’re grateful for the dedication and continued hard work of staff across our 3 aged care facilities in NSW. Thank you for everything you do to support our aged care residents. #ThanksforCaring

On National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day, we celebrate Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander children and acknowledge the importance of community, connection to Country and culture in supporting them as they grow.

🏡Prevention works: 98% of people receiving @missionaust.bsky.social tenancy support stay living in their homes + avoid homelessness. To #EndHomelessness govts must invest in prevention + 1 in 10 new homes must be social homes. Read our CEO Sharon Callister's #HW2025 blog:

Our Deputy CEO Ben Carblis says @missionaust.bsky.social's tenancy support helped 98% of people at risk of homelessness stay housed. Proof early intervention works. He urges govts to boost funding for early intervention & prevention to help #endhomelessness. @jimmalo.bsky.social

🏠New @missionaust.bsky.social research shows tenancy support helps people stay housed, avoid homelessness & boost wellbeing. We call for: $500m Homelessness Prevention Fund 60% CRA boost Early intervention for young ppl & families 1 in 10 new homes for social homes

From today's front page - Mission Australia's Cafe One is open for business! ☕️ Cafe One provides young people at risk of homelessness with employment and training in the hospitality sector: www.townsvillebulletin.com.au/news/mission...

@everybodyshome.bsky.social data shows rents surged 57% over the past decade in all capital cities. Too many people are in rental stress and at risk of homelessness. We call for 1 in 10 new homes to be social homes. Australia must build 54,000 social homes yearly to help end homelessness.

Mission Australia program manager Kellie Maxwell on the challenges faced by victim-survivors in remote communities. “There are no long-term affordable housing options once the immediate crisis is resolved."

Shane is a Mission Australia AOD case worker who uses his own experience of addiction to help others. "I've been through what these guys have been through. I've been to the places they've been. It's about lived experience, mate."

NAIDOC Week (July 6-13) is celebrated across Australia and honours the rich history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples. It’s a chance for all Australians to learn about and participate in festivities showcasing the world’s oldest living cultures.

🎯Introducing our Strategy 2030. We've launched our bold 5-year plan to deliver more safe, secure homes, expand our impact and strengthen our organisation to meet human need in Australia. Together, we’re building hope and possibility for all.

RESEARCH | A new Orygen and @missionaust.bsky.social report is shifting the narrative around social media's impact on youth mental health. As lead author Dr @louiselasala.bsky.social explains, its results indicate the relationship is far more nuanced than we might assume. More: bit.ly/3TcKYbj

The NSW Budget should have included greater investment in desperately needed social and affordable housing and homelessness services. Read our response👇

🐟✅🧒✖️ Did you know Australia has a Minister for Fish but no Minister for Children? National Cabinet must make children a national priority, starting with a clear reform roadmap that puts child safety and wellbeing front and centre across the federation. actforchildren.net

The new @theacoss.bsky.social report shows a worsening rental crisis and critical shortfall in social housing. We back their call for more social housing and to boost income support to tackle housing insecurity, end homelessness and help communities thrive. Read the report: bit.ly/3G5kMMM

"The housing crunch is not only leaving more people without homes, it is worsening a national mental health emergency. The convergence of housing pain and mental health decline is a clarion call to the new Australian government." ‪@ehsan-noroozinejad.bsky.social‬

🌏 Small actions can make a big impact on the planet 🍅 At Mission Australia, we’re turning food waste into animal feed, composting scraps, and cutting down on energy use. Learn more about our sustainability initiatives this #WorldEnvironmentDay 👇

On #MaboDay, we reflect on the life & legacy of Eddie Mabo. At Mission Australia, we acknowledge that we live & work on Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander land & are committed to listening to & learning from First Nations voices and perspectives. #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #NRW25

👷 Our official sod-turning ceremony today marks a landmark project in Toowoomba! This development will include: 🏢 4 new apartment buildings (5–6 storeys) 🏠 89 social housing dwellings 🏠 96 affordable housing dwellings.

National Reconciliation Week 2025 commemorates the 1967 Referendum and the 1992 Mabo decision. This year’s theme, ‘Bridging Now to Next’, invites all Australians to learn from the past, unite in the present, and build a stronger, more respectful future together. #NRW2025

May 26 is National Sorry Day - a day to remember and honour the Stolen Generations, acknowledge the pain caused by past policies, and commit to healing and reconciliation. Together, we stand for justice, respect, and a united future. #NationalSorryDay #Healing #Reconciliation

The State of the Housing System Report 2025 confirms what we already knew. Australia's housing system is broken. 🏚️ Rental stress is at record highs. 📉 Social housing is disappearing. 💸 Access to a safe and affordable home is out of reach. It’s time for bold action.

It’s National Volunteer Week and we’re celebrating our 1,000+ volunteers across the country who actively support Mission Australia’s work in their local communities. We appreciate you!

People in need shouldn't wait years for a safe and secure home #buildsocialhousing

National Families Week (May 12-25) is Australia’s annual celebration of the importance of families. This year’s theme ‘Lending a hand to thrive: Supporting each other,’ highlights the importance of connection, care, and resilience within families.

May is Domestic & Family Violence Prevention Month - an important reminder that DFV is a leading cause of homelessness in Australia. In 2023-24, over a quarter of people seeking homelessness services cited DFV as their main reason for needing help, with 75% of these being women.

"Politicians need to really acknowledge that a lot of people that don't have housing, it's not because they don't want to have a house. It's because they can't afford it." #auspol #election25 #buildsocialhousing