Mission Australia Housing tenant Debbie spoke to ABC News about how she & her dog Chloe deal with the heat in western Sydney. Our partnership with Great Southern Bank helped fund solar panels for Debbie's building. Now they can keep cool without worrying about the cost.

Our Deputy CEO, Ben Carblis, was on The Briefing podcast's Christmas Day episode. He shared how the holiday period can be particularly tough for people experiencing homelessness and what the wider community can do to support people doing it tough. Give it a listen👇

@missionaust.bsky.social's Carley Smith told ABC News about the impact of our annual Christmas Lunch in the Park in Perth. "One of the volunteers, her only positive memories of Christmas Day as a child, was when she attended CLIP."

For Tania Vos, attending Mission Australia’s Christmas Lunch in The Park in 1999 with her two young daughters was about more than a free meal. It was a lifeline.

🎄A Christmas Miracle! The annual Christmas party, food hampers & children’s gifts at Mission Australia's Wattle House in Perth were set to be cancelled due to decreased funding. But Christmas is back on after CDC Data Centres stepped in with a $25K donation to the emergency relief program.

🏚️🚿This is the human cost of Australia’s housing crisis. Our latest survey shows people cutting back on the basics like food, medical appointments, showers, heating and cooling - just to stay housed. ➡️ Read the Breaking Point report: everybodyshome.com.au/the-long-lis...

Mission Australia supports the Jewish community and all those impacted by the tragic events at Bondi. We encourage everyone to care for and support each other at this difficult time.

A small fundraising group that raised more than $12,000 for the homeless have won an extra $10,000 to go their charity of choice. Well done team WAkeyWakey!

Households now need six-figure income to comfortably rent in any capital city @everybodyshome.bsky.social

Mission Australia is a proud supporter of the Home Time campaign, advocating for dedicated tenancies for young people. As part of the #WhyHome day of action, our staff asked the kids in their lives, “Why do kids need a home?” Their answers cut straight to the heart of it.

It’s International Volunteer Day and we want to celebrate the 1,078 volunteers who generously contributed their time and energy to support Mission Australia’s work in the last financial year. Thank you for all you do! #IVD2025

Dr Paul Royce, Mission Australia Regional Leader NT: "People are now coming to us saying we can't pay the rent, we don't have enough money to pay the electricity. We're actually seeing working people now coming in to access our services."

Specialist Homelessness Services are overwhelmed with requests for help, new @aihw.bsky.social stats show. Julz Jasprizza-Laus, our Western Sydney area manager, told SBS News about the tough calls that frontline staff have to make on who to prioritise for support.

On #IDPwD, we’re spotlighting Nothing About Us Without Us, happening 6/12 in Perth. Hosted by Mission Australia and the City of Subiaco, the exhibition features work from artists with lived experience of disability including Trinity, who uses art to communicate and connect with others.

One man's experience with homelessness reveals another side to Sydney's 2000 postcode

For 17-year-old Townsville teenager Jessica Foster, paying a bill is a mark of independence. But like many other young people, the rising cost of living is taking its toll. #YouthSurvey2025 You can read more about Jess' story here: www.townsvillebulletin.com.au/news/mission...

📢Just dropped: @missionaust.bsky.social's #YouthSurvey2025 results. 17,000+ young people shared their top national concerns: Cost of living, mental health, climate change, housing & homelessness. Read more: www.missionaustralia.com.au/media-centre...

A consortium of 13 expert organisations, led by Orygen, has handed down advice on models of youth mental health care in Australia. It's a significant piece of work that we hope sets a clear path forward. Summary + full reports: bit.ly/3LPI6Rd

Mission Australia, along with our sector partners, is calling on the WA government to increase funding for youth homelessness services as the number of young people without safe and secure housing continues to grow.

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."