Featured Stories

Nadia’s story: A new beginning

Nadia* arrived in Australia dreaming of building a happy life with someone she loved and trusted.

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Building confidence one meal at a time

Experiencing homelessness often means losing the liberty of shopping for and making your own meals.

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The gift of giving back

Helen is one of 66 incredible volunteers who supported McAuley in 2025–26.

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Eva’s story: “I could finally breathe again”

For women experiencing family violence, employment can represent much more than financial stability.

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Waiting in the hallway: Matthew’s journey to safety and trust

When four-year-old Matthew arrived at McAuley, he was suffering from acute stress and fear.

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Tiny steps, big impact: new role supports children’s growth after family violence

Our new Maternal Child Health Nurse is a pillar in the support we offer to families in our care.

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A child-centred approach for long-term impact

Our new Children’s Strategy ensures children’s needs are at the centre of our response.

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Beyond the refuge: Outreach brings family violence support to families where they are

Our outreach program helps families navigate the system to regain safety and control.

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