Stories
Beware 'easy' money in tough times
14 October 2020
They target the vulnerable, they target people on Centrelink – those who are already poor and marginalised -- and once people get one...
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What If - The General's Message
9 October 2020
General Brian Peddle is the world leader of the Salvation Army. The General's Message to the International Army I have never been drawn to h...
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Moneycare COVID-19 tips and resources
16 September 2020
The Salvation Army’s Moneycare team of financial counsellors have been working around the clock since the COVID-19 pandemic began sev...
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Salvos serve the community as COVID-19 continues to affect Australia
15 September 2020
As Australians experience a continued period of COVID-19 lockdown, quarantine and movement restrictions, concerns for their physical and men...
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Keeping mental health in mind during Coronavirus pandemic
8 September 2020
The Salvation Army has seen mental health as a key area of importance during this pandemic and has stepped up its support services for famil...
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Alcohol use increases during COVID-19
1 September 2020
With people spending significantly more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, alarming new trends are starting to emerge – causi...
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Twenty years of honouring overdose victims
31 August 2020
Twenty years ago today, S.J. Finn created 6000 silver ribbons to launch the first International Overdose Awareness Day. Now a truly internat...
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Youth refuges staying positive as lockdown hits hard
13 August 2020
Melbourne’s second COVID-19 lockdown is taking a mental and physical toll on everyone, but it has become an especially tough time fo...
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A look into Salvos response to homelessness during coronavirus
11 August 2020
Foster House crisis accommodation in Sydney is The Salvation Army's response to homelessness for men, providing advocacy and support to men...
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Bikes and lives turned around in a new recycling venture
4 August 2020
At The Salvation Army, we are firm believers in the power of second chances – helping people manage challenges and find a new way of...
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