Articles
Living in limbo
The hidden uncertainty of asylum seekers as they wait to belong Words Cliff Worthing Who would know that Maryam*, the smiling lady handing you the best kebab you have ever tasted, is experiencin...
A safe space for men in Perth
Steve Archibald, left, Major Lyn Jones, and Just Men co-facilitator Stefan Woroglian. Creating a safe space for men in Perth Something sacred happens when men talk about real-life struggles and victor...
A clean milestone worth celebrating
David Oliver with his parents, Noel and Margaret. Words Dean Simpson David Oliver, a former ice addict, is 58 years old, but he’ll proudly tell you that he’s just celebrated his 20...
Still in the game
The health and life benefits from a small black ball Words Major Dean Clark I spent my childhood with a ball at my feet and a racquet in my hands. After school, I would play soccer with my mates...
Q&A Connection is key
‘Building healthy environments for men and boys’ is the theme for Men’s Health Week 2022 (13-19 June). Salvos Magazine spoke recently with Warren Draney, Practitioner Development...
From inclusion to affirmation
For over 30 years, Captain Colin Reynolds has been reaching out to diverse and marginalised communities. Sunshine Salvos reach out to rainbow community Words Simone Worthing “Allies of the rain...
Centring yourself on the map of life
Figuring out how to get where we want to go Words Phil Inglis Since moving to a new city at the beginning of this year, I have used my GPS a lot! The other night, I was going to meet friends for...
Call of the wild
Melanie Cop, front, shares Forest Therapy with a group of colleagues. More than simply a walk in the bush Words Melanie Cop Around three years ago, I was working in a highly stressful role. I was func...
Salvos trial first electric vehicle
Words staff writers In October last year, The Salvation Army procured its first electric vehicle (EV) to trial a transition to a renewable fleet. Partnering with AGL as part of their Innovation Fund,...
Eating is earthly but feasting together is divine
The surprising impacts of sharing a meal Words Justine Toh I remember a dinner party last summer. Balmy weather, table set for seven, the mosquito coil burning away, music. We sat down to eat after a...