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We have a range of services to help you - providing support for alcohol and other drugs, family and domestic violence, homelessness, financial assistance and more.

Celebrate Christmas with the Salvos

Celebrate Christmas with the Salvos

Whatever Christmas looks like for you this year, find light, hope, love and community with the Salvos this Christmas.

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Your donation helps provide practical support, from emergency relief and housing assistance to community programs.

Understanding poverty in Australia

Understanding poverty in Australia

Explore the realities of poverty, the factors driving it, and the evidence-based solutions that can help create lasting change.

Homelessness can affect anyone 

Its impacts are far-reaching and long-lasting. On Census night 2021 (ABS):

39%

were living in severely overcrowded dwellings

20%

were in supported accommodation

6.2%

were living in dwellings, tents, or sleeping rough

58%

were under 36 years of age

News

Preparing for a disaster: small steps now can make a big difference later
26 October 2026

Preparing for a disaster: small steps now can make a big difference later

The power goes out. The sky grows dark. You might be home alone, or trying to reassure a frightened child or an...
Christmas doesn't need to be expensive to be meaningful
19 October 2026

Christmas doesn't need to be expensive to be meaningful

Low-cost ways to build relationships and reduce pressure this Christmas...
Photograph of The Salvation Army Heritage Centre.
8 October 2026

Things you may not know about The Salvation Army Australia

The Salvation Army's history in Australia is rich and varied, with many fascinating stories yet to be widely shared —...

Impact Report 2026

We focus on supporting Australians experiencing hardship and injustice, with the aim of creating lasting change.