Construction has begun on the new Peninsula Support Hub in Redcliffe, a $6.7 million initiative led by City of Moreton Bay to combat the homelessness crisis.
The facility, funded by the council and the State Government’s South East Queensland Community Stimulus Program, aims to provide a vital resource for those experiencing homelessness in the region.
A Vital Resource for the Community
Mayor Peter Flannery said the hub would give local service providers The Breakfast Club and Salvation Army a base to reach more people experiencing homelessness and connect them to the services they need.
“It will also serve as a friendly space where anyone can get a warm meal from the commercial grade kitchen, access the shower and laundry facilities and share conversation with old and new friends,” he said.
Division 6 Councillor Karl Winchester said the facility would provide people with the immediate support they need.
“Council is proud to be delivering this new home for The Breakfast Club and The Salvation Army who are doing so much for those doing it tough,” he said.
President of The Breakfast Club, Michelle Gilchrist, said the new hub would provide better facilities for them to create a safe space for everyone.
“Our guests have raised concerns around food and housing insecurity, social connection, accessing services and mental health, so it’s great that this hub will be able to create better access to many beneficial services,” Ms Gilchrist said.
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