December 2021
Generations of Hutt St Heroes
on 29/12/2021
As we look back on 2021, one of the major highlights was the success of our 2021 Walk a Mile in My Boots Challenge. Despite restrictions and a last-minute lockdown, our community never wavered in your support of people experiencing homelessness. We can’t thank you enough for all the miles...
Merry Christmas from Hutt St Centre!
on 25/12/2021
For people who've become disconnected from their family and friends, Christmas is often a particularly tough time of year. Many people who walk through our doors have lost everything, so the chance to find a warm welcome and a fresh start is a life-changing gift. Your kind support means we...
The spirit of giving
on 23/12/2021
The kindness of our supporters never ceases to amaze us. Look at these beautiful messages from people who have been donating to our Christmas Appeal. Here are just a few of our favourites from the dozens we’ve received so far: “I hope that 2022 shines brighter for you all.” “Enjoy...
Hutt St Centre welcomes our new Patron
on 21/12/2021
We’re delighted to announce the appointment of our new Patron, Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia. Her Excellency spent this morning at Hutt St Centre with her husband, Mr Rod Bunten, learning about our services, listening to clients share their experiences, and helping serve meals...
Sacred Heart students send messages of hope
on 17/12/2021
Christmas can be a particularly tough time for people experiencing homelessness. Many people who walk through our doors are disconnected from their loved ones. And they’ve often lost everything they hold dear. But thankfully our Hutt St Centre community is always there to remind people they’re not alone. We were...
Join us at the ANZ Community Ball
on 16/12/2021
We’re thrilled to share that Hutt St Centre is a major charity partner for the 2022 ANZ Community Ball! Once again we’re grateful to be in prestigious company, with Operation Flinders, Jodi Lee Foundation, Royal Flying Doctor Service, Zoos SA and SAHMRI among the local organisations set to benefit from...
A message from Carole
on 15/12/2021
“On behalf of those you help, I want to thank you for your care, love and dedication. You helped me many years ago when I was really in need and I have never forgotten!” We recently received this heartwarming message from Carole, a grandmother who’s about to turn 80 and...
Hutt St Centre’s Aspire program helps people experiencing homelessness stay out of hospital and prison
on 10/12/2021
Hutt St Centre’s Aspire program helps people experiencing homelessness stay out of hospital and prison A seven-year program supporting people out of homelessness through intensive, long-term case management is demonstrating that sustained support can significantly reduce participants’ usage of government funded services such as hospitals, emergency accommodation and the justice...
An elegant evening supporting Hutt St Centre
on 10/12/2021
Kick-off the new year in style! Join us for an evening under the stars to help support people experiencing homelessness. On Friday 21 January, our friends at the National Wine Centre will once again host Dinner D'Or. As the name suggests, guests are invited to wear a touch of gold...
A moment of connection
on 09/12/2021
One of our Team Members, Olivia, recently shared a meaningful moment from the GangGreens street maintenance group she coordinates each week. Over the past year, they have volunteered nearly 200 hours to keep our Hutt Street neighbourhood clean, green and beautiful! But more than that, they've formed an amazing support...
We rise by lifting others
on 05/12/2021
Today is International Volunteer Day, which makes it the perfect opportunity to say THANK YOU to the dedicated volunteers who are at the heart of Hutt St Centre. Our volunteers are a breath of fresh air. We wouldn’t be able to achieve what we do without their enthusiasm and commitment....
Decking the halls at Hutt St Centre
on 02/12/2021
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas here at Hutt St Centre! Our wonderful friends at Bunnings have transformed the Centre into a Winter Wonderland in celebration of the festive season. “Christmas is a particularly tough time of year for people at risk of or experiencing homelessness,” says Michelle,...