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Update with StreetSmart

EFFECTIVE 30th JUNE 2022 FLATMATE.COM HAS DISCONTINUED WORKING RELATIONSHIP WITH STREETSMART We’ve been working with StreetSmart since 2016. StreetSmart provide grants to projects in Australia aimed specifically at helping people experiencing homelessness. So far we’ve raised over $2000. We would like to keep our users updated with the latest initiative that has benefited from the …

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StreetSmart and flatmate.com partnership

flatmate.com partners with StreetSmart for profit share with purpose

PARTNERS WITH PURPOSE There are currently an estimated 105,000 people officially experiencing homelessness in Australia (abs 2011 census). On any given night, 1 in 200 people will experience homelessness. On any given night, two of every three people needing crisis accommodation will be turned away. One of Australia’s first accommodation sharing websites, flatmate.com has partnered …

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Can this app help the 220 homeless people who are forced to turn away each night?

In 2015, state and federal governments combined spent more than $700 million on homeless services. This was an increase of $80 million from the previous year. However, the rising demand of homeless people due to the spike increases in living costs, is seeing more than 220 people who are being forced to go the other …

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Refugees from Syria within a month from arrival into Australia become volunteers

Now this story will make you feel good. Despite the continuing controversy and debate around the Government’s intake of 12,000 Syrian refugees from the recent unfoldings from the war on Islamic state, there have been many questions from the Australian public about what the influx of refugees means for Australian life. After reading this story, it …

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83,000 homes in Melbourne Vacant while homelessness rises

In a report released two weeks ago, Prosper Australia unveiled the shocking reality that in the city of Melbourne, highlights the flaws shown within the housing policy in Victoria – 82,724 homes are left vacant. This recent report illuminates the argument that Australia is suffering from the continuing issue with homelessness. One of the biggest …

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Will house sharing for single mums become more common?

With the nature of the housing economic climate around the world, and especially in Australia, finding a place to live affordably and comfortably is nearly becoming an unrealistic entitlement for many single mums and families around the world. Key Takeaways: Rent prices increasing – Single mums house sharing is increasing New site being developed to …

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