Community Urged To Join “Drive” To Ease The Burden Of Homelessness
Community support agency Mallee Accommodation and Support Program (MASP) is offering a practical and low-cost way for Mildura residents to do their bit to support vulnerable community members during Homelessness Week (August 1-7). “People always say ‘what can I do?’ – well our Food Can Drive is something really practical, affordable and easy, and we […]
Masp Focussed On Mallee Housing Opportunities
A leading community services provider says there’s an unprecedented opportunity to push the Mallee’s case as governments sharpen their focus on addressing structural housing issues and building new housing infrastructure. With rental vacancy rates at an all-time low and cost of living pressures at an all-time high Mallee Accommodation and Support Program says conditions are […]
Homelessness could rise in Victoria’s north-west due to cost-of-living pressures, social service providers warn
Social service providers fear the rising cost of living will push more people into homelessness in north-west Victoria. Reserve Bank Governor Phillip Lowe warned last month that inflation was likely to hit seven per cent by the end of the year. Fuel, food and education costs have been leading price rises across much of the economy, putting immense pressure […]
Supporting mallee communities into the future – MASP launches community survey
A key agency that’s provided services and support to Mallee communities for almost 30 years is inviting community input into planning for the organisation’s future role and programs. Mallee Accommodation and Support Program (MASP) is developing its next three-year Strategic Plan and Chief Executive Officer Vince Wilson said the organisation was looking for feedback on […]
MASP welcomes new CEO
After a national recruitment process, Mallee Accommodation and Support Program (MASP) has welcomed experienced leader Vincent Wilson to the positon of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mr Wilson brings more than 15 years’ senior leadership experience in the public and private sectors with a strong track record of delivering organisational transformation and growth, most recently serving […]
Community generosity bringing joy to children in need
Christmas will be a little brighter for children in the care of Mallee Accommodation and Support Program (MASP) thanks to generous gift donations from local businesses and community members. MASP Chief Executive Officer Vincent Wilson said the support and generosity from the community makes a big difference to clients at this time of year. “Christmas […]
Kakadu back on track in 2022
A long-running mentoring program that challenges Mallee young people to build resilience is looking for new mentors – and the 2022 Kakadu trek promises to be life- changing for both mentors and mentees. Mallee Accommodation and Support Program (MASP) is holding an information night next week for prospective mentors to discover more about the Kakadu […]
MASP WINS VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT FUNDING TO BUILD INNOVATIVE LIVING PRECINCT
MASP will be developing a $2.65M social housing project on vacant land in Sunnyside Avenue, Mildura, after being successful in its bid for funding from the Victorian government. The Victorian government is funding $2,025,000, with MASP adding $600,000 of its own money to build a community living precinct of 13 units and an onsite service […]
MASP Red Earth Heart Van
We’re very excited that MASP’s Red Earth Heart mobile laundry and food distribution service, which will help homeless people and rough sleepers, is coming soon! This morning we visited our great friends at TJM 4X4 Equipped on Etiwanda Avenue and they showed us how the fit-out is progressing. Keep an eye out for an advert […]
Godden Award
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