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In this edition of On The Scene Emily shares why she gave back to help victims of modern slavery and human trafficking.

Journeying with our farmers, whatever the distance

While farmers and their communities are facing some of the worst droughts they�ve ever experienced, Salvo rural chaplains are on the ground, offering practical and emotional support.

owen sharing his story at the red shield appeal

Homeless Person's Week: Owen's story

At the age of just 13, Owen found himself homeless and living on the streets. He quickly became addicted to drugs and alcohol.

Food for life and spiritual food for thought

For the past five years, Joel Spicer has been running The Salvation Army�s Food 4 Life service in Western Sydney, offering healthy and cheap food to a severely disadvantaged community.

A small answer to a big problem in Sydney's east

The Salvation Army�s base in Maroubra connects with many members of the Eastern Suburbs homeless community, along with other marginalised and socially isolated people.

New General elected to lead worldwide Salvation Army

Commissioner Brian Peddle has been elected as the 21st General of The Salvation Army.

Research finds Aussies in deepening daily struggle

The Salvation Army is urging the Federal Government to reconsider its decision not to increase the Newstart allowance after research has revealed the devastating hardship many Australians are facing.

Water project brings hope to struggling farmers

Bringing "waters of life" to rural communities is at the heart of the Dalara Foundation�s �tanks and pipes� project, started by Salvation Army supporters Allan and Lyn Davies.

Inala Corps serving their community over breakfast

A Salvation Army centre in Brisbane is literally serving up a new way of doing church in their community.

Salvos Legal lawyer honoured with a prestigious scholarship and award

Amy Burton, Senior Associate of Salvos Legal Humanitarian, has been awarded one of Australia�s most prestigious scholarships for postgraduate study � the John Monash Scholarship.