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Australian Governor-General shares his support

David Hurley the current Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, has lent his support to this year's Red Shield Appeal, saying that 'it's hard to imagine a world without the Salvos'

Aussies show real generosity to virtual Red Shield Appeal

Thousands of Australians have supported The Salvation Army’s opening call for donations to the annual Red Shield Appeal to leave no one in need

The House That Drought Built

The House That Drought Built is a fundraising initiative to build and auction off a family home.

Prime Minister lends his support to the Red Shield Appeal

The Hon Scott Morrison MP, Prime Minister of Australia, has delivered an impassioned appeal, asking all those who can, to support The Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal this year.

A Salvo loading supplies into van for delivery

Vulnerable Aussies turning to Salvos during COVID-19

With almost one million Australians already facing unemployment due to COVID-19*, now more than ever, people from all walks of life are turning to The Salvation Army for urgent help.

Easing restrictions see some Salvos Stores re-open

Opening doors at an initial 78 locations across the country, Salvos Stores will once again be the destination to donate and find quality items as well as accessing community support.

A group of volunteers before COVID restrictions began

Volunteers persist with dedication, kindness

As we mark National Volunteer Week 2020 from 18-24 May, we celebrate the invaluable contribution that volunteers have made across Australia.

Kidzone to the rescue during lockdown!

Lockdown doesn’t have to spell the end of learning and fun. If you're looking for exciting ways to keep the kids entertained (and get some learning done too) – we have something to help!

Salvation Army to lead nation in Anzac Day prayer

Major Brett Gallagher, Chief Commissioner of the Red Shield Defence Services, will lead the prayer during the live broadcast of the Anzac Day service at the Australian War Memorial.

Salvos help meet essential needs

Providing vulnerable community members with basic essentials to help with day-to-day living, every day Salvos services right around the country assist people in need.