Stories

‘And so it began’

McAuley has a proud legacy, pioneering safe places for women who've faced family violence.

Spotlight on our volunteers: Meet Helen

We couldn't manage without wonderful volunteers such as Helen.

Spotlight on our volunteers: Meet Tracey

Family violence a hidden factor in mental health and homelessness

A partnership between mental health provider Wellways Australia and McAuley helps address this...

Yasmin’s story: ‘Baby steps’ to a new beginning

While her new home is a 'dream' there were years when Yasmin's life, marred by family violence,...

‘The hardest time of my life’

Security, independence and stability – they're the words that 21-year-old Bella* uses to...

‘My own place’: Alice’s new beginning

Sitting in her brand-new, light-filled apartment Alice looks back on the last 12 months and says...

Recovering childhood after family violence

McAuley's specialised children's program recognises the unique trauma of children experiencing...