From rental pressure to permanent exclusion: low-income renters face a structural challenge
For nearly 20 years Doug lived in stable housing on the South Coast. But when a family relationship breakdown forced…
Listening before leading: Lessons from a walk on Country
It is not often we find ourselves surrounded by nature on a workday, with the first coloured leaves of autumn…
Trivia Night with a purpose—Little Luxton builds community one question at a time
On a Saturday afternoon last month, Little Luxton Café in Gordon buzzed with laughter, friendly competition and plenty of head‑scratching,…
Launching Nicotine Knockout—a specialised program to help young people quit smoking and vaping
Among young people, nicotine use is on the rise. This is despite its well-known and serious impacts. In addition to…
Thriving through change—Layla’s HIPPY journey
When Layla was just 14, she was forced to leave her home and her country. As part of the Yazidi…
Balancing the scales and juggling roles—celebrating the women of Anglicare
The community services sector has long been powered by women, and Anglicare is no exception. Our dedicated and caring teams…
Serving With a Smile…and a Bit of Slice—Dawn’s Volunteering Story
Balancing life after retirement can be tricky—especially when your desire to help others is as strong as Dawn’s. A regular…
Constant Need vs Crisis: Food Insecurity as the New Normal
Trina works two retail jobs, lives in a rented studio apartment with her cattle dog Beckham, and has needed to…
Showbags and Sunshine at the Royal Canberra Show
First and foremost were the showbags. Everyone agreed about that last Friday morning when participants from Anglicare’s Disability Services in…
Journeys of Connection: Strengthening the Future with the Past in Eden
The floor of Eden Marine High’s art room was covered with tarpaulin, the art tables rearranged as trestles. Brushes and…