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24 September 2022
After a life of drink, drugs and criminal behaviour, when Paul met the Salvos, he received unconditional love. Words Paul When I was young, I adored being with my father, but one day he just packed up and left. I’m the eldest of four boys, and my three younger brothers kept asking, “Where’s Dad?” I had to try and fill in the gaps, and though I wanted to help them, I fou...
13 June 2022
David Oliver with his parents, Noel and Margaret. Words Dean Simpson David Oliver, a former ice addict, is 58 years old, but he’ll proudly tell you that he’s just celebrated his 20...
16 May 2022
A Google search of 'rehabs' began a life-changing journey for Chloe * I was born in a remote country town, and my parents broke up when I was just three months old. My grandmother stepped in to help M...
19 April 2022
The Salvos’ Alcohol and Others Drugs Services help people like Ava turn their lives around. When Ava* formed a relationship with God and connected with a caring Salvos church community, h...
14 February 2022
Salvos a ‘godsend’ for Nicole Words Darryl Whitecross Nicole Collins describes her life now as wonderful. She has a full-time job, her own apartment, regularly volunteers wit...
16 December 2021
Jose, above, has found hope and meaning in life and is now dedicated to caring for others. Jose’s journey from addiction to freedom Words Naomi Singlehurst As Christmas 2021 a...
12 December 2021
Danny gives hope and dignity to others after overcoming his own battles. Words Naomi Singlehurst “For me, life is all about trying to give a little bit of connection and hope to others in need...
5 December 2021
Working group formed to combat gambling harm. Words Jessica Morris Australians have found different ways to cope through COVID-19 lockdowns. While many have been positive, there has been a worrying i...
16 September 2021
Grant, his wife Michelle and their son Daniel relax together as a family. A journey of recovery, perseverance, and faith WORDS Grant Kingston-Kerr My dad was a Navy man, so he was away a lot in my ear...