Stories
Matthew's Freedom Story
28 February 2014
If you met Matthew today, there’s a good chance you wouldn’t guess his past. A man with his life devoted to God doesn’t...
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Daring to smile
26 February 2014
“There were a couple of years there where the only reason we got Christmas was because the Salvos were able to help me out.” &...
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Doorways to freedom
21 February 2014
An innovative holistic welfare model known as “Doorways” has been developed by The Salvation Army to help long-term clients br...
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Passion to grow future leaders
19 February 2014
“I spent years of my life hiding who I really was because I was so ashamed of my past. I was scared that no-one would like me or peop...
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A 'family' for the force
19 February 2014
"My life really began to unravel, I was injured at work and basically I did not know how to deal with it. It was a significant injury and it...
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A million thanks to no-interest loans
14 February 2014
A Salvos no-interest loan scheme (NILS) has given out $1 million to disadvantaged Australians for essential goods and services since it bega...
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Salvos response long-term
16 December 2013
“Long after the fires are gone and the smoke has cleared, The Salvation Army will still be in these communities, standing side-by-sid...
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Salvation Army on hand at the firefront
16 December 2013
“Our officers and volunteers provided emergency assistance with meals, hot and cold beverages, as well as a listening ear to so many...
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Miracle of love
9 December 2013
Leah is committed to bringing hope to young lives. “I think a lot of people are scared about kids being damaged and worry that they c...
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Christmas gifts up in flames
6 December 2013
Caption: The Murdoch family, who were affected by bushfires near Coonabarabran “[A friend’s wife] had called and...
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