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Conversations and care at the heart of financial counselling
Noel Duffin, Salvation Army Moneycare counsellor. Words Naomi Singlehurst This week, 17-23 October, is Anti-Poverty Week. Salvation Army Moneycare counsellor Noel Duffin ex...
Another chance of happiness
Halting the spiral of debt and poverty Words Naomi Singlehurst In Australia, over three million people are living below the poverty line. That’s one in eight people. As we approach Anti-Poverty...
Letting embarrassing moments slide
Reflecting God’s character in those awkward moments Words Dean Simpson On a lovely autumn morning in late April 1985, I inherited the dubious honour of being the first, and possibly only, Salv...
Salvos advocate for mental health recovery payment
Jennifer Kirkaldy and her team are advocating for a mental health recovery payment for those needing temporary assistance. Providing targeted help to support people into employment Words Simone Worthi...
Surfing Salvos Stores
Getting the most from your online shopping experience Words Darryl Whitecross October is ‘Buy Nothing New’ month. It’s a time to think about living sustainably and making smarter...
A bit of a lifesaver
Joseph with his first financial counsellor, Jenny, who helped Joseph organise his budget. Removing stigma and shame from financial struggle In Australia, over three million people are living below the...
The best news you may ever hear
Hopes rising for a ‘normal’ Christmas Words Barry Casey It has been a long wait. People have been so patient, believing that things can only get better and that change will come, but the...
Dit leads by example in the CALD community
Captain Dit Chokeun received his second COVID-19 vaccination last week, leading the way for the South Sudanese and other members of the CALD Community. Overcoming cultural barriers to keep everyone sa...
Even in the dark places
Keryn is a Salvation Army officer (pastor) in Victoria, working with her husband, Aaron. Photo courtesy Colac Herald. Journeying through depression with God by my side October is National Mental Healt...
Diya – her financial journey changed her family's destiny
It all began with asking for ‘a little help’ In Australia, over three million people are living below the poverty line. That’s one in eight people. As we approach Anti-Poverty We...