Homelessness Support Services Operating Throughout Festive Season

The Government is delivering record investment into crisis accommodation and frontline homelessness services to help more vulnerable Queenslanders. Support is available, with Queenslanders in need encouraged to reach out for help when they need it most.

The Government is assuring Queenslanders that homelessness services will be available for those in need throughout the Christmas–New Year period.

Christmas can be a difficult and isolating time for people doing it tough, particularly those experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

Support is available, and Queenslanders are encouraged to reach out to state-funded Specialist Homeless Services, the 24-hour Homelessness Hotline and 13 QGOV, which will be operating during the holiday period to provide urgent support.

Minister for Housing and Public Works Sam O’Connor said the Government was investing more than ever before in frontline housing and homelessness support to ensure help is available.

“Christmas can be incredibly challenging for Queenslanders without a safe and secure place to call home, and that’s why it’s so important people know they’re not alone and that help is available right through the holiday period,” Minister O’Connor said.

Support Services Available

• For urgent housing support, call 13 QGOV (13 74 68)
• For anyone experiencing or at risk of homelessness, call the Homeless Hotline on 1800 474 753
• For emergency social housing maintenance, call 1800 808 107
• For self-service options, visit www.qld.gov.au/tenantselfservice