Tag Archive for: John Carey MLA

HUGE NEWS $50 million Community Housing Fund for the regions announced

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A call for the Safe Night Space to remain open – if not for the next two years at least over the Christmas period.

[Media Release] Shelter WA welcomes funding support for homelessness support services

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Shelter WA welcomes the State Government’s announcement today of $47.6 million in funding for homelessness services. 

Safe Night Space – interim funding a Christmas miracle

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The $210,000 is a short-term, interim measure that will enable Ruah to continue to provide a range of critical services.

Planning reforms to help deliver more community housing

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It’s imperative that housing delivered under these reforms is affordable, diverse, and high-quality, no matter the size or location.

Community Housing Symposium 2023

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A room overflowing with delegates keen to connect and to embrace the opportunity to discuss challenges the sector is experiencing.

#HW2023 | Homelessness Week Presentations

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Take the time to explore new ideas, expert discussions and presentations made at both opening and closing events.

Certificate IV in Housing

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The Steering group comprises of representatives from Department of Communities, Community Housing Organisations, NMTAFE, Shelter WA and Community Skills WA.

#HW2023 | Media Release: A focus on solutions

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My strong hope is this years’ Homelessness Week events provide positive stories and examples of how communities are working together to end homelessness.

#HW2023 | Lotterywest Cheque Presentation

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Homelessness Week runs from Monday, 7 to 11 August 2023.

Ministerial Announcement

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Shelter WA has a strong working relationship with Minister Carey and looks forward to building on the successful outcomes we have already seen.

Community Housing Partnership Steering Group

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Shelter WA Chief Executive Officer Kath Snell announced as co-chair of new Community Housing group.

New funding for social housing welcomed by sector

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This new funding for Social Housing is a much needed and strongly welcomed step towards achieving that bold but achievable goal.

New homelessness service welcomed as one step closer to goal of ending rough sleeping by 2025

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The new facility at 718 Murray Street, West Perth will complement current accommodation options in the Perth CBD for people who are sleeping rough.

Shelter WA Office Opening

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In April 2021, a search began with several locations inspected. These ranged from Beaufort Street and James Street in Perth to Hay Street in Subiaco.

Social Housing investment welcomed as a life changing boost to the regions

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The $39m package announced is the second round of funding from the $750m Social Housing Investment Fund announced in the 2021-22 State Budget.

Minister meets new Shelter WA CEO

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Chair of Shelter WA Kieran Wong; Secretary Justine Colyer and Chair Governance, Audit and Risk Committee Natalie Sangalli also met with the Minister.

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