Working with Community Leaders: Thank You Nina Taylor MP
A big thank you to Nina Taylor MP for taking the time to visit and catch up with our CEO, Andrew D’Arcy, at St Kilda Community Housing. We had a valuable conversation about the great progress being made on the Wellington St Common Ground project; a vital initiative that will deliver permanent, supportive housing for people […]
Wellington Street – Where Are We At?
We’re getting very close. The building works at Wellington Street are rapidly nearing completion, with handover expected in mid-August. Inside, all twenty-six self-contained residential units are being fitted out with lighting, electricals, and bathroom fixtures. Painting and flooring are underway, setting the tone for what will soon be warm, welcoming homes. Outside, the communal areas […]
Coming Together to Confront Homelessness Locally
In April, we co-hosted a powerful community forum with our good friends at South Port Community Housing Group, focused on tackling the growing housing and homelessness crisis in the City of Port Phillip. Held at the St Kilda Town Hall, the event brought together more than 40 local leaders and practitioners working across housing, health, […]
Ending the Churn: A Groundbreaking Pilot to Prevent Eviction and Homelessness
We’re excited to announce that St Kilda Community Housing has received a grant from The Mercy Foundation to pilot an innovative program aimed at breaking the cycle of eviction and homelessness among women with complex needs. This new project, Ending the Churn, will work intensively with 12 women currently housed in our properties who are at […]
Digital Inclusion: A Powerful Step Forward
We’re proud to share a transformative new initiative that is already changing lives for our renters. Thanks to the generosity and partnership of the Concordia Initiative, we are now rolling out free, high-speed broadband across all of our housing properties, ensuring that every renter has access to fast, stable internet, at no cost, permanently. In […]
Celebrating Paul Madden’s Legacy
We were so pleased to hear that our former Chair, Paul Madden, has been posthumously awarded the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his significant service to the community through social welfare organisations, social policy development, and the arts. Paul was involved with St Kilda Community Housing for decades, including 13 years as […]
Resident Spotlight: Craig’s Story
Craig has been a proud resident of St Kilda Community Housing (STKCH) since 2014, and in that time, he has witnessed firsthand the transformation of his community. A passionate movie buff and a keen observer of St Kilda culture, Craig enjoys chatting with neighbours and staying connected to what’s happening in the area. But […]
Wellington Street Common Ground Project Update
Recent community conversations around safety in our neighbourhood have reminded us just how vital the Wellington Street project really is. Too often, rough sleepers are unfairly blamed for having nowhere safe to live—and homelessness is wrongly equated with antisocial behaviour. It’s simply not true. When this building opens, it will stand as clear proof that […]
Welcome to Our New Board Members – Natasha Liddell & Nathan Shafir
Welcome to Our New Board Members At the heart of our For Purpose social housing agency lies a gifted group of dedicated individuals who selflessly contribute their expertise to drive our mission forward. Our Board Members are the strategic guardians of our organisation, providing critical oversight, governance, and invaluable wisdom that extends far beyond their […]
Celebrating Inclusion: St Kilda Community Housing Joins Midsumma Pride March 2025
This past weekend, the St Kilda Community Housing family came together to participate in the vibrant Midsumma Pride March, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to providing safe, inclusive housing for all members of our community. Our dedicated team of staff, volunteers, residents, and allies walked proudly behind our banner, celebrating diversity and reinforcing our message that […]
