Homelessness QLD

2026 Conference Update‼️
We’re absolutely blown away by the response to the Queensland Homelessness Conference, hosted by Homelessness Queensland taking place in Cairns, 26–28 May 2026.

The level of passion and innovation coming from across Queensland and the country has been extraordinary- with an overwhelming number of submissions showcasing partnerships, lived experience, research, and practice that are driving real change.

We’re especially excited about our keynote speakers… but we’re not letting anything out of the bag just yet 👀
What makes this event different is its focus on systems thinking across the entire human services sector- recognising that homelessness doesn’t exist in isolation, and that solutions must connect housing, health, justice, education, and community.

From prevention and early intervention to First Nations leadership, system reform, and lived-experience-led practice- this event marks the beginning of a new chapter for Queensland’s homelessness sector!

🌟 A Monday Morning SHOUT OUT, and huge thank you to our amazing supporters! 🌟

Special thanks to Bridge to Brisbane runners Frank, Christina and Madonna, who have set up fundraising pages to raise awareness and vital funds. 👏👏

👉https://bridgetobrisbane.gofundraise.com.au/page/FrankPlunkett

👉https://bridgetobrisbane.gofundraise.com.au/page/ChristinaSutherland-37122732
👉https://bridgetobrisbane.gofundraise.com.au/page/MadonnaJarrett-43045628

Every share, donation, and kind word makes a real difference- thank you for being part of this journey with us.

Good luck for the run on the weekend!

Great programs for our youth in Logan region!

No pressure. No prerequisites. No wrong way to show up.

⚽ Join The Big Issue Australia'a free weekly program created especially for women experiencing homelessness, disadvantage or social isolation.

It's a safe, welcoming space to be active (or not), to connect with others, and to feel part of something without having to prove anything.

Tuesdays, 10am–12pm
South Brisbane Croquet Club
91 Cordelia Street

We’re not trying to change the world in a day. But we do believe in the power of small, consistent spaces where trust can grow and community can take root.

If you’re curious, keen to collaborate, or just want to see what it’s all about — reach out or drop by.

The Big Issue Australia

Are you working in the Specialist Housing Sector in Queensland?

Have you registered for our Academy 4 Learning sessions?

See what's coming up, and how you can be supported in your professional practice:

💻https://lnkd.in/gaA4pwx7

📢 Youth Homelessness Matters Day – 16 April 2025 📢

Young people facing homelessness show incredible strength, determination, and resilience in the face of unimaginable challenges. But resilience alone is not enough—they need real solutions, real investment, and real action.

🚨 The Reality in Australia (2023-24):
🔹 43,226 children and young people (under 25) sought help from specialist homelessness services alone.
🔹 1 in 2 young people who tried to get a bed in crisis accommodation were turned away.
🔹 1 in 3 young people presenting alone to homelessness services identified as Indigenous.
🔹 29,114 young people needed long-term housing, but only 3.8% received it.

This is unacceptable.

Every young person deserves a safe place to call home—not just a shelter for a night, but real pathways to stability, education, and employment. The solutions exist, but we need urgent investment in specialist youth housing, mental health support, and early intervention programs.

💡 How You Can Help:
✔️ Raise awareness by sharing this post.
✔️ Advocate for change by contacting your local MP.
✔️ Support youth homelessness services through donations or volunteering.
👉https://lnkd.in/gk9u_wer

Together, we can break the cycle of youth homelessness and create a future where no (young) person is left without a home.

🏡Housing sector vacancies 🏡

⭐Program Manager: 111k per annum +car and salary packaging
Mackay: https://lnkd.in/gdSsVYMi

⭐Team Leader/Manager: $111k+ per annum
Toowoomba: https://lnkd.in/g3XmGQWi

⭐Team Leader/Manager: up to $111k plus car
Cairns: https://lnkd.in/gfQsqA5f

⭐Case manager:
Tara/Dalby: https://lnkd.in/gJ7UTH_m

📣Locum Contract Case Manager roles:📣
Ipswich: https://lnkd.in/gKvDaPSn
Laidley: https://lnkd.in/gNbDKxXJ
Hervey Bay: https://lnkd.in/gCJ6Dqbf

As the peak body representing Specialist Homelessness Services and people with lived experience, we look forward to working constructively with the Minister and members of the Homelessness Ministerial Advisory Council (HMAC) in addressing this important issue.

🧐Regional Forum Insights:

As Homelessness Queensland recognises the input and insights from well over 120 services statewide throughout our place based forums, key themes are emerging that are consolidating our understandings from our 2024 research and sector conversations.


🗣We are hearing loud and clear:

✨ Consistency & Support – A unified approach with accessible tools, resources, training, and support is in high need.

✨ Collaboration & Shared Principles – Strengthening our collective impact as a broader service system is a must for more place led work.

✨ Information Sharing – Breaking down intra- and inter-sector barriers is key to progress.

✨ Transformational Change – There is a sector-wide appetite for outcomes-focused practice.

✨ Regional Governance – Place-led ecosystems are needed that:

-Address systemic issues across human services, not just housing and homelessness.
-Enable regional, not centralised, innovation.
-Provide timely, 360° feedback and amplify a collective voice.
-Supervision & Workforce Support – A structured, human-centered supervision framework led by trained staff to balance practice, learning, and development.

Despite the challenges of the current crisis, regional forums highlight a path forward. The ‘four corners of the jigsaw’ may already exist—our task is to align, test, and harmonise efforts for a seamless, impactful approach.

Thank you to all services contributing so far!

Registrations Closing! ⛔
💡Sunshine Coast Homelessness QLD Regional Forum (2nd April) will be closing registrations by 25th March 2025.
Don't miss out!

👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gNrwzf8F

📢 Calling all SHS Sector Workers! 📢
Spots are still available for our FREE Practice Development Workshop on "Outcomes-Driven Work" in the Specialist Homelessness Services (SHS) sector!

Join us next Wednesday for an interactive online session that will help you strengthen your practice, improve service impact, and drive better outcomes for the people you support.

✅ When: March session – next Wednesday19th March, 2025
from 10am - 11.30am
✅ Where: Online (accessible from anywhere!)
✅ Cost: FREE!

🔗 Register now by scanning the QR code on the flyer or click here:

A big thanks to those already booked in—we’re excited to see you there! Let’s keep the momentum going—share this with your networks and encourage more registrations. 🙌