Funding Received For Bayswater Development

Women’s Housing Ltd has recently received $5.2 million funding from the Victorian Government towards the construction of 24 new apartments (8 x 1-bedroom and 16 x 2-bedroom) for women with or without children who are escaping family violence.  The new apartments will be built on Women’s Housing Ltd owned land in Bayswater. “We all know there is a pressing need for more housing for vulnerable Victorians, and WHL is delighted with the support from State Government and the City of Knox in helping us create new homes for women and children escaping family violence.” – Judy Line CEO, Women’s Housing Limited. For more details please see the full media release – Funding Received Media Release

Newport Development

It’s been a bit wet but we continue to make progress at the Newport site!

Newport Development

The progress continues…

Proud New Owners Of Bayswater Property

Judy Line, CEO, standing in front of Women’s Housing Ltd’s next planned development opportunity!

Newport Development

It’s no longer a vacant block… building commences!

Newport Publications

Women’s Housing Ltd’s development at Newport has generated some interest in the media…check out the following publications for updates. It states in the Newsletter of the NSW Community Housing Industry: “Women’s Housing Ltd has a reputation for excellent practice as a transitional and long-term housing manager, providing information and referral services to women experiencing family violence.” and in a publication by Urban Melbourne: “…a new women’s housing development within the Hobsons Bay suburb, which upon completion will provide another outlet for affordable and safe long-term housing to women, many of whom are escaping family violence…Women’s Housing Ltd’s Judy Line says that increased public awareness campaigns surrounding domestic violence against women has helped secure more funding for projects of this ilk.” To see the full articles click on the links below. Newsletter of the NSW Community Housing Industry Urban Melbourne

Ladies Let’s Roll

Shebah is a driving service founded by women, operated by women drivers and designed for women passengers. Enjoy the safety and certainty of being part of an all-female network. George McEncroe, a single mum of four, founded Shebah when she realised her daughter was concerned about her safety on the way home at night. Safety and security for all women is important to Women’s Housing Ltd and Shebah agrees. Shebah’s all-female drivers have undertaken extensive background searches and safety checks to create a safe passage. Safety is a priority! More good news is …whenever you roll with Shebah you will be making a difference! Shebah will donate 1% of all fares to charity. Women’s Housing Ltd is proud to be one of those charities.

Koorie Services Expo

On 6 April 2017 Women’s Housing Ltd attended the Koorie Services Expo. The Expo showcased services and supports available to the Koorie Community. Participants and attendees enjoyed a BBQ lunch while being entertained by the Koori Tiddas Choir and the Yappera Dancing Group. Women’s Housing Ltd hosted a stall, met many attendees, introduced our service to the Koorie Community and gave away lots of goodies. “We were so grateful to have been included in the expo.”

I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here

Tziporah has left the jungle!

Thank you to everyone that voted and supported her on her wild ride.

A big thank you to Tziporah for supporting Women’s Housing Ltd!

Newport Development

On 2 November 2016, Minister Marlene Kairouz officially announced the re-development of Women’s Housing Limited’s Newport Community Housing property. This project will provide 20 new long term affordable housing units for low-income women including older women and women escaping domestic violence. This project is possible because of the contribution from the Victorian Property Fund. Minister for Consumer Affairs Marlene Kairouz was joined by Members for Western Metropolitan Cesar Melhem and Khalil Eideh to turn the first sod marking the start of construction on the apartments.  “We’re working to make a significant difference in the lives of women fleeing family violence by providing affordable, long term housing in an area close to the services and job opportunities they need.”