The Salvation Army - Victoria

27/08/2026

Since launching in January, Colac Salvos’ monthly Sunday afternoon gathering, The Way Collective, has drawn people who wouldn’t typically walk into a church building. To read more, see Lerisse Smith’s article below.

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Sunday afternoon service proving popular with people from all walks of life

21/08/2026

Staff and volunteers from Box Hills Corps in Melbourne recently attended a training day to better equip themselves to handle ‘difficult situations’ when working with members of the community who come in seeking assistance. Click on the photo to read Kirralee Nicolle’s report.

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Staff and volunteers upskill in how to respond to ‘difficult situations’

14/08/2026

A relational focus sits at the heart of the new pharmacy initiative at The Salvation Army’s Melbourne Project 614. It is hoped that, by building relationships, visitors to Project 614 will feel comfortable speaking with the on-site pharmacist about health concerns they might otherwise feel embarrassed to raise. Click on the image to read Lerisse Smith’s report on this exciting venture.

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Filling a major gap in medical care and medication management for vulnerable Melburnians

14/08/2026

Salvos Online journalist Kirralee Nicolle gets an insight into the survey process and impact on the staff behind the Red Shield Report

08/08/2026

Census night is Tuesday 11 August, and if people in your community identify as a member of The Salvation Army, they can write it under “Other (specify)” when they get to question 24.

It’s a small action, but it helps make sure The Salvation Army in Australia is accurately represented and helps tell the story of who we are, where we show up, and the communities we’re part of 🙏❤️

07/08/2026

There is just under a year to go until The Salvation Army’s International Youth Congress 2027 (IYC27), to be held in Jakarta, Indonesia, on 15-20 July next year. To register, speak to your Corps Officer today. Registrations close 4th September 2026. https://www.salvosonline.org.au/post/international-youth-congress-2027-launched-at-ihq

07/08/2026

The numbers tell an important story.
Housing affordability and homelessness are key concerns across our communities, including right here in Victoria.
Behind every statistic is a person, a family, a young person, or a neighbour who deserves safety, dignity and support.
This Homelessness Week, The Salvation Army is continuing to advocate for safe, affordable and secure housing,
and to support people experiencing homelessness across Australia.
Together, we can help end homelessness for good.

Find out more: https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/need-help/homelessness-support-services/homelessness-week/

05/08/2026

This Homelessness Week, we’re reminded that homelessness is not just about having nowhere to sleep.
It can mean living in a car, couch surfing, staying in unsafe housing, or not knowing where you’ll be next week.
Across Australia, many people are facing impossible choices because safe and affordable housing is out of reach.
At The Salvation Army, we believe everyone deserves dignity, respect and a safe place to call home.
This Homelessness Week, we’re standing with people experiencing homelessness and calling for action now.

Learn more: https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/need-help/homelessness-support-services/homelessness-week/

17/07/2026

Registrations are now open for our Divisional Seniors Celebration – Simply Trusting!

Enjoy a special day of worship, fellowship and celebration featuring the Melbourne Red Shield Band, Seniors Choir and Major Brendan Nottle. Gather your friends and speak to your Corps Officer today!