2024 : March

The Salvation Army URL has changed to salvationarmy.org.au

Christmas at Warrnmbool Salvos. Do not missing out!

Community Carol Service event will be held on Sunday 1st December at 6pm.

Come along with family and friends and enjoy a night of Carol Singing, musich and much more.

Followed by Supper

Everyone welcome!

Exciting Announcement: 2024 Christmas Appeal Program it's now on!

We are pleased to announce the return of the 2024 Christmas Cheer Program!

Application forms are now available at our reception desk located at our corps office, 58-60 Mortlake Road, Warrnambool.

Alternatevely you can downloand the two forms (application form and Centrelink confirmation income permission) from the link provided at the end of this page.

To apply for this year’s program, please complete the required forms and return them to our office at the reception desk by and not further than November 29, 2024.

Please note that each individual earning income within the household must complete a separate 2024 Centrelink income confirmation form, which should be requested at the reception desk or download from the link provided at the end of this page, and included with the Christmas Cheer application form.

Unfortunately, any applications received after the November 29 deadline will not be considered, as we will be unable to process them past the program's expiration date.

We welcome donations of new toys for our program. I

f you would like to contribute, please feel free to drop off your items at our office at your convenience.

Kindly ensure that all toys are in their original packaging.

Thank you for your understanding and generosity, and we look forward to assisting you this holiday season!

2024 Christmas Appeal - How to get involved

The Christmas Appeal program presents an opportunity for everyone to bring joy to those in need and make the holiday season truly special. You can choose to contribute by donating food and gifts, by drop them off to our office located at 58-60 Mortlake Road Warrnambool.

Alternatively, you can make a small monetary donation by clicking the button located at the end of this post.

Every single contribution will be appreciated and will have a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and children in our community.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your generosity.

Food donation is a powerful act of kindness that not only provides nourishment to those in need but also fosters a sense of community and compassion. Each contribution helps to alleviate hunger and bring hope to individuals and families, reminding us of our shared responsibility to support one another. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of many.

You can contribute by donating food, which can be dropped off at our office located at 58-60 Mortlake Road, Warrnambool.

Gift donations are a wonderful way to spread joy and make a positive impact in the lives of those who may be facing challenges. Each gift represents not only a tangible item but also a message of care and connection. By sharing thoughtful gifts, we can brighten someone’s day and show that they are valued and remembered, especially during difficult times.

You can contribute by donating gifts, which can be dropped off at our office located at 58-60 Mortlake Road, Warrnambool.

The Salvation Army Warrnambool - Goods Donation

For those wishing to donate second-hand goods, please bring all items to our Salvation Army Warrnambool Thrift Shop, located at 197 Lava Street, Warrnambool VIC 3280.

Thank you for your generosity!

Indigenous art from the heart

BY LERISSE SMITH

Stunning Indigenous artworks created from the heart were one of the highlights of a fund-raising afternoon tea for this year’s Red Shield Appeal.

Sherry Johstone, a passionate and proud indigenous artist (centre), with her beautiful artwork donation gift that helped raise money for the Red Shield Appeal. She is with Tracey Williams, Homelessness Case Manager at Warrnambool (left) and Wendy Griffiths, community services student.

The homelessness team from Victoria’s Wimmera South West, with the assistance of the two major organisers – Tracey Williams, Homelessness Case Manager at Warrnambool, and Wendy Griffiths, community services student – ran the event with Sherry Johnstone, a passionate and proud Indigenous artist, generously donating a collection of beautiful items valued at $400.

“A lot of my artwork is inspired by all the things I’ve learnt and experienced over time. It all comes from the heart,” Sherry said.

“Sometimes it’s a spiritual or cultural experience, things I am in awe of ... the beauty that surrounds us all the time. I can only try and represent these things visually from a cultural perspective by trying to tell them through how I view the world and everything that it beholds.”

Sherry included a reproduction of two commissioned works in the gift basket for the silent auction, which was part of the afternoon tea held at Warrnambool Corps.

The visual representations were ‘Thunder Point Memories’, capturing a lady’s childhood memories and using that area as a playground, and ‘Moonlit Majesty’, a connection to the southern right whale and the stars.

Sherry said once she focused and put her energy into something, she surprised herself.

“It’s like an intuitive artwork and collaboration with my ancestors at the same time,” she said. “It’s soul-satisfying and frees my spirit.”

Sherry’s beautiful artwork has also been featured in the Australian Football League (AFL). She designed the guernseys for the Geelong Cats team that wore them for the recent Indigenous round.

Lindsay Stow, Manager of Homelessness at Wimmera South West, said the Red Shield Appeal event was a great success, raising more than $800. Local businesses donated items and food for inclusion in the auction, with food also donated from the local Western District Food Share.

“It was great to see all parts of the community come together to show their support for the Red Shield Appeal and the work that we do,” he said.

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