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Celebrate 100 years of Vinnies Shops this October
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NSW Hoteliers Plan To Top $5 Million For People Facing Homelessness
Vinnies Welcomes NSW Stimulus Package
Vinnies Announces the Opening of ‘Donation Stations’
Vinnies Launches Blanket and Food Drive in Wagga Wagga
Vinnies CEO Sleepout Goes Online To Combat Homelessness During Covid-19
Finance and Management Professionals Invited to Participate in First Online Vinnies CEO Sleepout
Newcastle Business Leaders To Take Part In Vinnies Ceo Sleepout
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Vinnies Welcomes NSW Government Investment to House Rough Sleepers
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Vinnies Doubles Fundraising Goal With A Socially Distanced CEO Sleepout
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Vinnies NSW Opens Round 2 of Community Bushfire Grants Program
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2020 Federal Budget Leaves Millions Facing an Uncertain Future
Vinnies NSW Delivers Social Housing Petition to NSW Parliament
Vinnies NSW: Social Housing Announcement Doesn’t Go Far Enough
Vinnies Opens Mary’s Place Homeless Service in Ballina
Families Need Your Support During A Christmas Like No Other
Inadequate social housing safety net means too many are still waiting too long
Help Vinnies support struggling families this Christmas
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Vinnies grateful for generous donation of 1.6 million facemasks
Distressing number of people receiving JobSeeker seek Vinnies’ help with food
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW disappointed with jaundiced proposed JobSeeker changes
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW deeply disappointed with JobSeeker pittance
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Vinnies report shows how JobSeeker creates dependency on charities
Vinnies’ launches NSW Flood Appeal and calls for donations
Vinnies Flood Appeal has raised $162,695 so far and is making grants available to those impacted
The Vinnies CEO Sleepout is back as an in-person event but we don’t want pre-COVID levels of rough sleeping
Support those doing it tough by donating to the Vinnies Winter Appeal 3 May 2021
Vinnies helps thousands of women experiencing domestic violence, we want to help hundreds more
Vinnies NSW welcomes Federal Labor’s $10 billion commitment to social housing
Vinnies announces Round 3 of its Bushfire Community Grants program
Vinnies volunteers are helping change countless lives
Wollongong Business Leaders set to Brave the Cold for the Vinnies CEO Sleepout
Wave FM Partners with Vinnies NSW for Hoodies for the Homeless
Vinnies NSW welcomes Uluru Statement from the Heart recognition
Vinnies NSW calls for female business and community leaders to take part in this year’s Vinnies CEO Sleepout
The Dick and Pip Smith Foundation doubles your Vinnies CEO Sleepout donations today
Audit positive about pandemic response but more investment needed to end homelessness
One week to go - Vinnies CEO Sleepout names hosts and is on track to reach its fundraising goal
Vinnies CEO Sleepout raises a record $8.19 million
NSW Government spending on social housing out of step with community expectations
NSW Vinnies Community Sleepout to Highlight Hardship and Homelessness throughout the State
Vinnies NSW backs Treasurer Perrottet’s calls for JobKeeper to be reinstated
Experiencing domestic and family violence is an allowable reason to leave home while stay at home orders are in place
During lockdown, Vinnies is here to help
Vinnies and Mission Australia urge NSW Government to buy more social housing
NSW Vinnies Community Sleepout Taking Place Virtually this Friday
Virtual NSW Vinnies Community Sleepout Defies COVID with Record Result
The St Vincent de Paul Society’s Ozanam Industries welcomes new supported workers
St Vincent de Paul Society completes third and final round of Community Bushfire Recovery Grant Program
Vinnies running community outreach days in Sydney areas hardest hit by COVID
Vinnies NSW welcomes State Government investment in domestic violence refuges
Simply Energy and Vinnies partner to launch innovative energy offer to raise funds to support people in need
Winding back of COVID supports means the Vinnies Christmas Appeal is needed more than ever
Vinnies Shops urgently need volunteers to help fund services for people experiencing homelessness and DV
Vinnies Social and Affordable Housing Complex officially opens in Burraneer
Vinnies need your support this Christmas
Vinnies NSW calls for donations in support of emergency flood appeal
Vinnies offering financial grants for flood-affected Northern Rivers residents, opens flood assistance centres
Fatal boarding house fire highlights need for more social and affordable housing
Vinnies supports Northern Rivers households with $3 million of cash grants; calls on all governments to do more to enable charities to provide more financial aid to flood victims
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW makes a real impact to flood-affected communities
Federal Budget fails to meaningfully address cost of living pressures
The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW calls for urgent action on social and affordable housing
Donate to the Vinnies Winter Appeal and help support Australians doing it tough
The St Vincent de Paul Society calls for the age of criminal responsibility to be raised to 14 years
NSW social housing waiting list could be cut by three quarters within 10 years
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW says secure work is needed for a fairer society
Communities are better together with volunteers
The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW calls for action on income support to alleviate poverty
Future focussed State Budget is good news for many, and more social housing investment still needed
Vinnies CEO Sleepout raises $8.7 million nationally and $2.8 million in NSW
Take action this Homelessness Week by signing up for NSW Vinnies Community Sleepout
NSW Vinnies Community Sleepout taking place this Friday
The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW welcomes independent flood inquiry report’s focus on social housing
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW: Jobseeker increases are always welcome but more is needed
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW supports key recommendations of new report into homelessness
Help ease the cost of living this Christmas
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW highlights housing in election statement
Research shows the Northern Rivers floods exposed flaws in the NSW housing system
Vinnies needs your support this Christmas
This Christmas and New Year’s take your bottles and eligible containers to Vinnies Return and Earn locations around NSW
More social housing urgently needed as waiting list rises across NSW
Please donate to the St Vincent de Paul Society NSW to help meet increased need this Christmas
New inner-Sydney Vinnies Shop to open on Crown Street, Surry Hills
Report on Government Services highlights the need for Specialist Homelessness Services investment
St Vincent de Paul Society calls for an end to blanket no pet bans for renters
No grounds evictions leave renters effectively trapped in unsafe homes
The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW calls on next State Government to boost homelessness funding
NSW renters deserve healthier homes
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW congratulates NSW Labor on State Election victory
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW says new census homelessness figures are a national crisis
The St Vincent de Paul Society to host a family fun day on 22 April at the Wagga Wagga Show Ground
The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW announces new CEO
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW launch 2023 Vinnies CEO Sleepout
Vinnies launches 2023 Winter Appeal to support our most vulnerable
On-going assistance needed to support our most vulnerable
Volunteers are the backbone of the St Vincent de Paul Society
Give Voice to a more just and compassionate society
Vinnies CEO Sleepout more important than ever amid cost of living crisis
Vinnies CEO Sleepout taking place this Thursday
Vinnies CEO Sleepout raises $8 million nationally, $2.7 million in NSW
NSW Vinnies Community Sleepout Launches for 2023
New Government takes steps to deliver a home for everyone
Experience the heartfelt music: St Vincent de Paul Society NSW launches album celebrating the sound of inclusivity
Vinnies NSW calls for action in Homelessness Week
Commit to action this Homelessness Week by joining the NSW Vinnies Community Sleepout
Locals unite for NSW Vinnies Community Sleepout 2023
Vinnies calls for a fairer NSW ahead of state budget
Art for Goodness Sake Raising Funds to Fight Homelessness
Providing stable housing is a pathway to address child poverty: Anti-Poverty Week 2023
Restore hope to households through the Vinnies Christmas Appeal
Give a hand up this Christmas and donate to the Vinnies Christmas Appeal
Vinnies NSW welcomes energy upgrades for social housing
Government support needed to address hardship
Cost of living assistance welcomed by Vinnies NSW
New Refuge for Women Escaping Domestic Violence
Vinnies unveil re-opened Lismore offices
Recycling a priority at the new Vinnies shop in Taminda
Vinnies CEO Sleepout calls on leaders to take action on homelessness
Vinnies NSW says government must strengthen social safety net
Changes to planning laws must deliver for people in need of homes
Vinnies officially opens new Return and Earn site in Griffith
Vinnies Winter Appeal highlights the new face of disadvantage
State budget must deliver on social housing
Winter weather highlights the importance of Vinnies CEO Sleepout
Vinnies CEO Sleepout more critical than ever amid surge in demand
Hoteliers join forces to raise record amount, supporting people experiencing homelessness
Housing system strengthened through State Budget investment
Vinnies CEO Sleepout raises $7.7 nationally, $2.5 million in NSW
Emergency relief support critical in cost of living crisis
Vinnies Return and Earn depots achieve half a billion containers processed
Vinnies puts used cooking oil to good cause
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW welcomes new State Council President
Vinnies shops in urgent need of volunteers throughout New England
Chris Minns launches new Vinnies Van to address hardship
Vinnies addressing poverty across the state
Vinnies wants you to Bring Your Best
Vinnies Christmas Appeal to alleviate cost of living hardship
From Cheer to Change: Vinnies Expecting Holiday Surge in Return and Earn Customers
Put a gift to Vinnies under the tree this Christmas
Vinnies NSW Disaster Appeal calls for donations to support communities impacted by Tropical Cyclone Alfred in Northern NSW
Vinnies Bridal Expo returns in 2025 with hundreds of discount dresses for budget-savvy brides
2025 Vinnies CEO Sleepout: 20 years of impact in the fight against homelessness
Refugees must not be left behind by next Federal Government
Action needed on housing now and for the long-term
Improving First Nations outcomes a must for next Federal Government
Social safety net must be strengthened
Financial stress leaves half of Australians feeling out in the cold
Volunteers make our communities stronger
Vinnies NSW Flood Appeal launches to support communities across North Coast NSW
Introducing Vinnies Finds: A New Online Platform to Shop Curated Fashion Pieces that Make a Difference
Vinnies CEO Sleepout continues to highlight the homelessness crisis
Vinnies Service Medallion launches for high school students
Vinnies CEO Sleepout Marks 20 Years of Driving Action against Homelessness
Vinnies CEO Sleepout marks 20 years with $8.3 million raised nationally, $2.5 in NSW
Wagga Wagga Vinnies Charity Golf Day 2025
Hunger on the rise: thousands turn to Vinnies Vans for food relief
Vinnies Christmas Appeal launches for 2025
Amazon Australia teams up with Vinnies to expand meal services for Western Sydney communities
Give a gift of generosity to the Vinnies Christmas Appeal
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The impact of Housing Stress - Homelessness Week 2023
Rosalie Rendu Forum 2022: Towards a more equitable and sustainable future
Fabulous Fashion Finds
Curious collectables at Vinnies Shops
Discover a treasure at Vinnies Shops
Starting afresh from turmoil
Local hero recognition for Vinnies Support Centre Coordinator
Student volunteers bring the passion, opportunity, and change
Tiny Tones makes a big sound
The beats of Zoe’s version
Coming back after years apart from music
Something to look forward to
Music brings you together
Housing highlighted at Social Justice Forum
We have the technology
Vinnies Winter Appeal – helping families like Leah and Charlotte
A lifetime of good works
Making an impact beyond the night
“My life could be a whole lot different if I didn’t have the opportunity to come here”
From nowhere to go, to free and independent
OLC hosts job readiness workshop
Support in a time of need
"I can be part of a larger effort"
Responding as One Society
Connect and make change
Homelessness doesn’t have one box
Our people in action
I’ll remember that all my life
Knowledge to bring about change
Giving people time to talk
I’ve never ever seen water like I saw the other day
Be part of something bigger
Where am I going to walk away to?
Left to pick up the pieces
“The water came up and now they’ve lost everything.”
How Lismore pulled together before and during the floods
"We all have passion for working here"
Keeping on the right track
‘Life was just me, my dog and alcohol…’
I wouldn’t be where I am today without Vinnies
A chance to make better memories
I wouldn’t be where I am without Vinnies
Christmas for the kids at Marian Centre
Safety and Serenity at Marian Centre
Christmas at Vinnies Redfern Support Centre
Art for All - Community Stories on Brougham Lane
Rosalie Rendu Forum 2021 - Conversations on the Shadow Pandemic
Helping Bushfire-Hit Communities Recover and Rebuild
Welcome and Safe at Fred's Place
One million test kits, and counting…
Noah’s Playground Revamped
Night Patrol Offers Much More than a Meal
An Agent of Change
“Roll up your Sleeves” for Community Kindness
Papal honour for Armidale’s ‘Go to Man’
Sleeping Out for Systemic Change
Giving Young People a Kickstart
Meeting people where they’re at
If it wasn’t for those beautiful people at Vinnies, I wouldn’t be here today
Recycling for Eco Energy
New Vinnies Conference launched at Matthew Talbot Hostel
Connecting through creativity
The house Don helped build
Getting back on his feet
Social housing debated in NSW Parliament
Ballina’s homeless can now access personal support
Bushfire recovery funds help Drake rebuild
New social housing opens in Cardiff
Guiding Joanne to a better life
Excerpt: The Social Sector in NSW - Capitalising on potential for growth
Women in Leadership: Vinnies recognises International Women’s Day
Drake Locals Patching up after Bushfires
Hospitality at Heart
Arts Revival Granted
Helping Homeless in Ballina
Unconditional Support to Recover
Safety and Comfort in Community
A Path to Positivity
“It’s Never Too Late”
Always Was, Always Will Be
Compassion Through Crisis
Power Prices on The Rise In NSW
Seagulls Prepare for Fred’s Place Sleepout
Selfless Dedication Earns Life Service Award
Sport House Spirit Drives Container Collection for Vinnies Return and Earn
Helping Provide Support for Ballina’s Homeless
Local Communities Supporting Locals in Need
A Safe Space to Grow
Virtual Sleepout Will Support Tweed Homeless
Remembering Those Who Have Left Us
Sponsor Support for Sleepout Success
Rebuilding After the Fires
Escaping Domestic Violence in a Pandemic
Finding a Home at Edel Quinn
Vinnies’ Commitment to Social and Affordable Housing
Bushfire Grants to Help Communities Recover
“People still need support”
Leaving a Legacy of Love
Take Action to Raise the Rate for Good
A Powerful Way to Make a Difference
Have You Made the Plan of Your Life?
Hospitality in Times of Hardship
“Vinnies has been a lifesaver for me”
Staying in Touch Through Isolation
Lifting the Veil on the Stigma of Poverty
Friends of Fred’s Place Rally to Help Homeless
Help on the South Coast When Needed Most
From Sleeping on the Street to a Hotel Suite
Insurance Industry Comes Together For Vinnies CEO Sleepout
Support Beyond the Sleepout
Community Compassion in Cowra
Filthy Rich and Sleeping Out
Tune In to Support our Most Vulnerable
"There is No Shame in Asking for Help"
In This Together for National Reconciliation Week
Building Hope Brick by Brick
Supporting Youth to Thrive
“We Still Have a Home… We Have Vinnies to Thank for That”
“Give it a Year or Two, Things Will Be Better Than Ever” Monday 20 April 2020
Vinnies NSW Welcomes Evictions Moratorium – With Some Reservations
Sowing the Seeds for a Flourishing Future
“Without Vinnies I don’t know where I’d be”
Help for a Young Family Struggling Through Coronavirus
Bled Dry by Drought, Beaten by Bushfires
Here’s How Our Government Can Help People Through Coronavirus
Surreal Silence After the Chaos of Bushfires
Bushfires the Cruellest Cut for Sawmill Workers
Living in an Old Bus After Bushfires
Power to the People
From Fires to Floods – Recovery is Still Months Away
Looking Forward After Losing Everything
Rappville resolves to rise from the ashes
From paradise to a horror movie
January Is Ending, But The Bushfire Crisis Burns On
Vinnies Bushfire Appeal – How we’re helping
Vinnies Members Stepping Up During Bushfire Crisis
The human cost of high prices
Continuing a spirit of youth
Sharing a story of support
Dame Beverley Kerr of the Order of St Gregory the Great remains remarkably humble
Homeless: Hidden in Plain Sight
Finding voice through music
Rekindling passion in the "City of Dreams"
From the streets to the stage
Overcoming struggles by helping others
Have your say to create a fairer NSW rental system
First Nations Conferences to care for local community
From building to running a Vinnies Van
Solutions needed for vulnerable communities - NSW State Budget 2023
Meet our CEO
Meet Annie - our Vinnies Shops centenarian
This can be a testament to the enduring power of kinship
Who pays the price for a society divided? – Rosalie Rendu Forum 2023
How much more can we take? – Vinnies Christmas Appeal 2023
2023 a record year for Vinnies Return and Earn
It’s denim galore at the new Shellharbour Vinnies store
Vinnies provides 750kg of fashion waste for repurpose at Sydney Festival
‘Operation Backpack’ gives boost to Lismore families this school year
Help Vinnies keep our shores pristine this Clean Up Australia Day
New refuge to meet community need
Vinnies & Clean Up Australia Day collaborate to mark official launch of Newport store
Vinnies & Thread Together unite to supply new clothing to those in need
When life stands still but the world stays the same
Jarrod’s story of recovery
Community and camaraderie found at St Joseph’s Workshop
Here’s why you should be shopping second-hand this Earth Day
Take the Vinnies #prelovedpledge to help both people and the planet
Hotels Have Hearts gala raises record 857k for homeless services
Shaping our social justice agenda
Social housing offers Mick much more than a home
Vinnies shops call for more winter donations following increase in demand
Working towards First Nations justice
Vinnies shop in Fairy Meadow now reopen after major revamp
New Return and Earn sites a fundraising success for schools, clubs and charities
Re-branding our Instagram
A hopeful housing outcome
Reaching out to rough sleepers
Caring for people under pressure
A gift to alleviate hardship
Rosalie Rendu Forum discusses rental reform
Massive Vinnies donation box pops up in Sydney CBD for latest retail campaign
A celebration of culture
5 easy ways that you can recycle through Vinnies this National Recycling Week
Following in Vincentian footsteps
NSW Premier launches new Vinnies Van
Gaining a community of support
Promoting recovery and reducing harm through NSW Drug Summit
Springwood members share a century of memories
Significant milestone for Wollongong Conference
Immediate aid makes a measurable impact
Meet our 2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year nominee - the Chatswood ‘Counter Queen’
Where Art Meets Heart: Ozanam Learning Centre’s 2024 Art Exhibition
Vinnies’ best gift ideas for Secret Santa on a budget
A Bright New Chapter for the Matthew Talbot Hostel
Vinnies Vans: Providing Nourishment and Hope
Spreading Holiday Cheer: Thank You to Our Generous Corporate Partners and Supporters
Rebuilding lives: the impact of Fred’s Place
DIY workshops empower women with skills and self-belief
Start 2025 with purpose: Make a difference this year with Vinnies
A Refuge Renewed
The Healing Power of Human Connection
Report on Government Services highlights need for support
Finding Hope and Home
A community of care
A hopeful Christmas Appeal update
A new life for Soren
Zirala’s peace of mind
Age is no barrier: Why 82-year-old Tony volunteers with Vinnies Return and Earn
Soil and Soul: Cultivating wellbeing with community gardening
Workplace Giving Month: Small Giving, Combined Together, Big Change
Looking Back, Moving Forward: Phil Coyte’s 25 Years with Vinnies
Mercy House to continue a legacy of support
Stepping up in a time of need
Over 600 thrifty brides say YES to the dress at Vinnies' Bridal Expo
Every can counts: Ian’s story with Vinnies Return and Earn
Mural artist Smackas paints a tribute to Vinnies' op-shop treasures
From Barriers to Breakthroughs: How Vinnies’ EPRI Program is Opening Doors for Refugees
Oranges, Orchids and Overcoming: Stories from a Healing Garden
Recognising dedication: Dianne’s 35 years of volunteering with Vinnies
Say Hello to Vinnies Finds: A New Online Home for Pre-Loved Style
Holding on to each other - Vinnies Winter Appeal 2025
Sheltering Others, Shaping Oneself: Liza Barlow’s Journey in Service
Canterbury League Club partnership raises $16,000 in donations for Vinnies
Meet Joy: A Friday Fixture at Vinnies in Blacktown
A break for families, a day of joy for kids: Inside the Vinnies Buddies Day program
The Society is live and active
Alan’s Vincentian Vocation
The role of social justice
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St Vincent de Paul Society launches 2023 CEO Sleepout to raise $160,000 for Tasmania’s Homeless.
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Dr Les Baxter appointed Acting CEO of the St Vincent de Paul Society.
St Vincent de Paul Society’s Tasmanian Tariff-Tracking Project records a 7% decrease in Tasmania’s energy bills.
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National Women’s Safety Summit
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Deputy Premier, The Hon Jeremy Rockliff, Launches AssistanceTas.com.au
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Registrations Open For St. Vincent de Paul Society’s 2021 CEO Sleepout At Launch Event
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St. Vincent de Paul Society Launches 2020 Christmas Appeal
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Stranded Temporary Visa Holders Strain Vinnies’ Emergency Relief Funds.
New Vinnies Community Hub Opens In Boland Street, Launceston
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St. Vincent de Paul Society teams up with Presbyterian Care to assist Tasmania’s vulnerable
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Vinnies’ virtual CEO Sleepout will combat homelessness during COVID-19
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Vinnies Stores close state-wide until April 28, effective immediately
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Call for Tasmanians to donate to the national Vinnies Bushfire Appeal
Models walk the talk for national Dressed by Vinnies Day
International Homeless Day, Thursday October 10: “we can all do more.”
St. Vincent de Paul Society re-opens refurbished Vinnies store in Deloraine
Chloe Hansson Joins the Vinnies Team at Boland St. Superstore
St. Vincent de Paul Society opens second Vinnies store in Kingston
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Proceeds from Vinnie’s 2019 CEO Sleep-out fund youth programmes
St. Vincent de Paul Society relocates Vinnies Superstore in New Norfolk
St. Vincent de Paul Society opens refurbished Vinnies superstore
St. Vincent de Paul Society opens new Launceston Vinnies Superstore
Respect Aged Care acquires Mt St. Vincent Nursing Home
St Vincent de Paul Society champions ‘Collective Impact’ to eliminate homelessness in Tasmania by 2025
St Vincent de Paul Society’s CEO Sleep-out highlights the plight of Tasmania’s homeless
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Bonney Energy Tasmania supports St Vincent De Paul Society's Vinnies Vans with generous donation.
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St Vincent de Paul Society extends its gratitude to Friendly Care Pharmacies for its generous $10,000 donation.
St Vincent de Paul Society reopens Vinnies Store in Circular Head
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2023 Homelessness Awareness Breakfast
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Vinnies announces new integrated precinct in Glenorchy
Launceston City Community Christmas 2023 Volunteers needed to bring Christmas cheer
Christmas Appeal launched to assist peak in demand
New proposal to provide safety and support for women
Sacred Heart College supports Vinnies Christmas Appeal
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Affording school essentials getting harder for Tasmanian Families
New lease of life for critical CBD medical accommodation
Vinnies School Essentials Appeal addresses rising cost of living pressures on Tasmanian families
Organisations unite to provide crisis and transitional housing for Tasmanian women
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Homelessness walk shows support for a growing number of Tasmanians
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St Vincent de Paul Society celebrate 125 years in Tasmania
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Sacred Heart Primary School supports Vinnies Christmas Appeal
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Vinnies’ School Essentials campaign returns to fight cost of living crisis
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School Essentials Appeal helps Tasmanian children get necessary school supplies
Expressions of interest open for former YMCA
St Vincent de Paul Welcomes Amelie House Argyle: Housing for At-Risk Women
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The St Vincent de Paul Society launches annual Winter Appeal to help struggling Tasmanians
Tasman Council take part in the 2025 Vinnies CEO Sleepout
St Vincent de Paul calls for more warmth this winter
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Hobart Archbishop Anthony Ireland blesses St Vincent de Paul Society’s new Southern Regional Office
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