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New Chapter for Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Services as The Salvation Army Expands to Multiple Community Sites
13 February 2026
The Salvation Army is entering an exciting new chapter, announcing the relocation of its long-standing residential drug and alcohol rehabilitation program to two new sites. The relocation to Berkeley Vale and Morisset represents a significant expansi...
Read full storySalvos encourage financial health check this Moneycare Week
20 January 2026
9.7 million Australians starting 2026 in debt, 45% feeling pressure to spend more than they can afford Most Australians have never heard of...
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Salvos reveal the hidden cost of Christmas
10 December 2025
1 in 5 Australians sacrifice healthcare - Millions going without food - 1 in 10 fear their children will go hungry The Salvation Army has de...
Read full storyThe Salvation Army Welcomes Extension of Additional Referral Pathway to 2027 to Strengthen Support for Modern Slavery Survivors
8 December 2025
The Salvation Army welcomes the Department of Social Services decision to extend the Additional Referral Pathway program to 30 June 2027, pr...
Read full storySalvos call on Aussies to prepare as disaster season begins
29 October 2025
The Salvation Army Emergency Services (SAES) are encouraging Australians to be alert and prepare for the upcoming summer season, as the risk...
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Colonel Winsome Merrett retires after a season of service
2 October 2025
After almost four decades of service, Colonel Winsome Merrett retired as Chief Secretary of The Salvation Army Australia on 30 September 20...
Read full storyThe Salvos' Flying Padre celebrates 80 years of service to Australia's northern most remote communities
19 September 2025
The Salvation Army’s Flying Padre service is celebrating 80 years of reaching outback families across the Northern Territory, Queensl...
Read full storyThe Salvos need help to house and support women and children who are experiencing homelessness
5 August 2025
One in seven people experiencing homelessness are children under 14 As one of the largest providers of homelessness services in Australia, t...
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Colonels John and Lani Chamness appointed to the Australia Territory, effective 1 October 2025.
6 June 2025
Colonels John and Lani Chamness will begin their roles in Australia in October. The Salvation Army’s incoming Chief Secretary, Colo...
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