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We are heartbroken by the violence at Bondi and the devastating impact on individuals, families and communities. Our thoughts are with those who have been harmed, and with our friends and partners in the Jewish community who are grieving and shaken by these events. Acts of violence, particularly at moments meant for joy, connection and belonging, damage more than lives. They fracture the sense of safety and social cohesion that underpins our communities and our shared humanity. At Women’s Community Shelters, we believe everyone deserves to live free from violence, fear and harm. Violence is never the answer. Ever. We stand in solidarity with all those affected and reaffirm our commitment to compassion, safety and respect for every person.
Women’s Community Shelters welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the NSW Government’s pre-budget consultation for 2026-27.
Celebrating a milestone for safe housing 🏠 The Biyani House modular units at Biyani House shows how collaboration between government, industry and community delivered fast, sustainable, beautiful, high-quality housing for women and children escaping domestic and family violence. From thoughtfully furnished interiors to offsite modular construction, this project minimised disruption while delivering dignified, independent living and wrap around support for six women and their children. Made possible through NSW Government Core & Cluster funding and the dedication of many partners and volunteers - this is collaboration in action. Safe beds save lives 🧡 Das Studio SHAPE Australia DT Infrastructure Biyani House - Revesby Women's Shelter Revesby Workers' Club Temple & Webster Alinta Energy NSW Department of Communities and Justice Jodie Harrison MP Arada Australia
Thank you, Willowdene Constructions, for your exceptional work on the renovation of the main house at Biyani House - Revesby Women's Shelter. Your team brought such care, integrity and determination to this project, always focused on our shared goal of keeping women and children safe. A special thank you to Alison Borg, who led the final works inside the main house. Alison ensured every trade had what they needed, and that Women’s Community Shelters and Biyani House had what we needed too. She delivered in spades, bringing expertise, good humour and a solutions-focused approach that kept the project moving. We are deeply grateful. We also want to acknowledge the strong collaboration between Willowdene and SHAPE Australia, which helped create such a seamless and thoughtful outcome. The result is a bright, warm and welcoming main house where women and children can feel safe the moment they arrive. Willowdene also supported the renovation of The Haven - Nepean Women's Shelter, earlier this year. We are truly grateful for your continued partnership and for the care you bring to every project.
Women’s Community Shelters welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Federal Government’s pre-budget consultation for 2026-27. In light of the escalating cost-of-living pressures, housing stress and lack of available housing options, the increasing demand for trauma-informed and culturally responsive services, and the complex needs faced by many women and children, WCS believe this is a pivotal moment for the Federal Government to prioritise targeted investment that delivers long-term social and economic benefit. Our work together equally contributes to the delivery of the National Plan to End Violence Against Women and Children (2022–2032), by expanding evidence-based crisis and prevention interventions in local communities.
