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 …
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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It’s a brides worst nightmare. Dana Olsen’s fiancé got cold feet just weeks before their wedding, leaving her alone and at a loss of what to do with the non-refundable reception hall her family had paid for to house their 250 guests. What she did though was a testament to her kindness and outright generosity. …
A bride-to-be donated her wedding reception to the homeless. Read More »
You only have to walk through an Australian city during rush hour to know exactly why 60 Aussie celebrities, politicians, and business leaders have decided to make February the month we recognise the homeless epidemic. For too long the homeless have been cast to the wayside, particular in the publics mind, when it comes to …
The 60 Aussie celebrities making a difference this month. Read More »
The stigma of being homeless for many people in society has has been in the terms of creepy people, strong odour, dirty clothes and the symbol of a series of bad decisions that homeless people have made in their lives. Dismissing all these people as failures, dropouts, slackers or drug addicts is highly misleading and far …
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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 …
Can this app help the 220 homeless people who are forced to turn away each night? Read More »
It only takes a small idea to have a huge impact on society. The state of homelessness in Australia is rising, with over 100,000 people Australia wide who are living on the streets – YES! That means tonight. How can we solve this problem? What does it take to help all these people who live …
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 …
Refugees from Syria within a month from arrival into Australia become volunteers Read More »
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 …
83,000 homes in Melbourne Vacant while homelessness rises Read More »
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 …
Will house sharing for single mums become more common? Read More »
