February 2022
What are the major parties planning for people doing it tough in SA?
on 28/02/2022
With South Australians headed to the polls in less than 3 weeks, it’s essential our community continues to shine a light on the issues affecting people who are doing it tough in our state. Join our friends at the South Australian Council of Social Service (SACOSS) this Wednesday for a...
Welcome to our new Ambassador, Vicky Welgraven AM
on 25/02/2022
Congratulations to our newest Hutt St Centre Ambassador, Vicky Welgraven AM, on her recent appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM). Vicky was recognised for her ‘Significant Service to Women through Social Welfare Organisations, and to Indigenous Health’. A proud Adnyamathanha woman from the Northern Flinders Ranges,...
Voting Enrolment for People Experiencing Homelessness
on 22/02/2022
A team from Hutt St Centre, The Big Issue Australia Vendors and Sally from the Electoral Commission of South Australia (ECSA) got together last week for a friendly soccer game in Adelaide's South Park Lands. Aside from soccer, the conversation was all about ensuring South Australians experiencing homelessness know their...
Welcome to our new Ambassador, Hayley Pearson!
on 16/02/2022
We're thrilled to share the news that our longtime supporter and dear friend, Hayley Pearson, is now a Hutt St Centre Ambassador to help people doing it tough in South Australia. Writer, TV Presenter and one half of the iconic Adelady brand, Hayley has been in the public eye since...
Pop-up COVID-19 Testing Site for people experiencing homelessness
on 15/02/2022
In partnership with SA Pathology, a pop-up COVID-19 testing site has been established by SA Health at Hutt St Centre, 258 Hutt Street, Adelaide. The site, which is open from Monday 14 to Friday 18 February, 7.30am to 12.30pm, is targeting homeless and rough sleepers in Adelaide for voluntary testing,...
A home for Hannah
on 09/02/2022
Homefulness means the feeling of safety, control and confidence that comes with having a place to call home. Every person has a right to homefulness. A space where they feel connected, at peace and safe. A place that’s for them. Sadly, like three-quarters of the people who come to Hutt...
What makes A Good Life for you?
on 08/02/2022
Over the past 12 months, participants of A Good Life Project have been exploring one essential question: What makes a good life for you? Participants come from all walks of life. Some have experienced or been at risk of homelessness. Many have found themselves isolated or disconnected from their community....
Serving up so much more than meals
on 02/02/2022
When you’re hungry, it’s tough to focus on anything else. That’s why each year, our wonderful kitchen team serves up to 40,000 nourishing breakfasts and lunches for people experiencing homelessness. To ensure we’re always providing quality service, last year we introduced a 'Happy or Not' kiosk to our Dining Room...