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Children at risk of being removed from their families as Tasmanian housing crisis deepens

Recovering addicts Lekita and Justin want to give their son the best possible chance in life, but say they constantly face roadblocks because of their past — with advocates warning families like theirs are at risk of losing their children if they cannot get a roof over their heads.

ABC News · Mar 29, 2023

Christmas crunch hitting Tasmanian charities as cost of living pushes more people to the edge

John admits he was anxious when he sought help from a charity but "within three hours, got the help I needed". With Christmas almost here, many people are reaching out for help, and Tasmanian charities doing their best under the strain.

ABC News · Dec 16, 2022

Food van deliveries helping communities further afield in southern Tasmania

A new food van is heading out of the city and into regional communities to help those struggling with cost of living pressures.

ABC News · Nov 29, 2022