Unity Housing Company

25/08/2026

We invite our tenants to design Unity Housing’s 2026 Christmas Card!

Paint it, draw it, collage it, or create it digitally. If it can be reproduced, it's perfect (from A5 up to A3)!

Drop off your original design by Monday 28 September at your nearest Unity office for the chance to win one of our fantastic prizes:

⭐ 1st Prize: $300
⭐ 2nd Prize: $150
⭐ Highly Commended: $50

An entry form is included with your copy of Around the House. If you haven't received it, please email [email protected] or call or text 0427 445 723.

Get creative and share your festive spirit with us!

11/08/2026

🏠 Good neighbours make our community stronger 🏠

Do you have a neighbour who goes out of their way to help others, lend a hand, or make your neighbourhood a better place to live?

Now is your chance to recognise their kindness and community spirit by nominating them for Unity's Good Neighbour Awards.

Nominations are open until Monday 31 August, so nominate your good neighbour today and celebrate the people who make a difference >> https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Vtq7LPXQzz

📸 Millicent neighbours Val and Raekhel.

05/08/2026

We are delighted to be participating in SALA Festival this August at Ngutungka West Lakes.

This special exhibition celebrates the creativity, talent and artistic passion of our tenants and staff, whose diverse and inspiring artworks are now on display for the wider community to enjoy.

The exhibition highlights a remarkable range of pieces that reflect imagination, skill and personal expression. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply looking for something new to experience, we encourage you to visit and support our exhibition.

See all the highlights from our official opening event on Tuesday 4 August below.

If you can't make it to Ngutungka, please visit our exhibition online >> https://unityhousing.org.au/2026-sala-festival-exhibition/

15/07/2026

Lions Park is getting plenty of love from the community!

The freshly poured multi-sports court has been a huge hit, with locals already making the most of the space to practise their basketball and netball skills.

While the court won't be painted until spring when the weather improves, kids are getting creative with chalk to draw their own hopscotch lines.

Wattle Range Council have also added an extra piece of playground equipment to create even more play opportunities for families visiting the park.

A big thank you to everyone who helped bring these new additions to life:
👏 Dan Sharp
👏 Dave Taylor
👏 Dave Thorneycroft
👏 K&B Mitre 10
👏 Luke McIntyre
👏 Matt Gibbs
👏 Quick Mix Concrete
👏 Shane Westerman

Your hard work, generosity and spirit are greatly appreciated. We look forward to seeing the community continue to enjoy these fantastic new facilities 🏀🛝🌳☀️

02/07/2026

🎄✨ Get Creative in July✨🎄

Calling all tenants! Join us for a festive Christmas Card Art Workshop with talented local artist Naomi Campbell on Thursday 30 July.

Whether you're a seasoned artist or just keen to get creative, Unity Housing tenants are invited to come along and design your own unique Christmas card artwork in a relaxed and fun setting. You can then enter your artwork into our 2026 Christmas Card Artwork Competition!

☕ Coffee provided
🎨 All art supplies included

Take a break from your day, meet fellow tenants, and get inspired while creating something special for the holiday season.

📍 Plant 4 Bowden, Mezzanine Level
📅 Thursday 30 July
🎨 Facilitated by Naomi Campbell from Wonkie Knee Art
📞 RSVP to Amanda by 22 July on 0427 445 723

We can't wait to see what you create! ✨

09/06/2026

Exciting progress at the Millicent Lions Park!

A huge shoutout to everyone involved in bringing the new multi sports half court to life. This is a fantastic milestone that reflects plenty of hard work and community effort. Thank you to all the workers, volunteers and supporters helping make this happen! 🌟

02/06/2026

Unity Housing and YourPlace Housing are coming together to support more tenants.

On 1 June 2026, YourPlace Housing officially joined Unity Housing, bringing two organisations with shared values together to support more South Australians with safe, affordable housing.

For tenants, this means the strength and security of a larger organisation, access to more services and support, and the comfort of continuing to see many familiar faces along the way.

Not only will Unity Housing now support more than 6,500 people in 3,700 homes across the state, but we’re also launching a dedicated Specialist Disability Housing Program focused on providing more choice and tailored support for people with disability.

Unity Housing has welcomed former YourPlace Housing tenants, along with almost all employees who chose to transfer.

Former YourPlace Housing CEO Geoff Slack (pictured left) will step into the role of Interim CEO following Unity Housing CEO Matthew Wodward’s (pictured right) retirement in July.

Read more about the merger >>https://unityhousing.org.au/featured/under-one-roof-unity-housing-merger-opens-door-for-new-disability-program/

20/05/2026

✨ From worn-out to wow ✨

Our tenant Jason at The Terrace Boarding House spent six weeks recently working his magic on two tired old bench seats – and the results speak for themselves!

With more than 30 hours of dedication, Jason rolled up his sleeves and brought his skills as a French polisher and furniture restorer to life. Starting with a thorough pressure clean, then sanding, staining (with multiple coats!), and even replacing all the screws, Jason went the extra mile – carefully removing each panel to make sure every detail was just right. The metal frames got a refresh too, giving these benches a whole new look and feel.

But for Jason, it was about more than just the benches. “I’ve really enjoyed the process," he says. "It’s got me out of bed every day and given me something to do.”

Now proudly back in place, the benches are a beautiful addition to The Terrace and have already received lots of love from both tenants and staff.

Amazing work, Jason! Thank you for making a real difference to the space and community.

28/04/2026

Community spirit was on full display last week as Unity Housing, the Millicent Lions Club, and Wattle Range Council teamed up to celebrate exciting upgrades at Millicent Lions Park.

From brand-new accessible public toilets to an already loved playground, veggie garden, fruit trees, book swap library, and goal posts, this space just keeps getting better for everyone! 🌿⚽📚

Read all about it >>

The strength of community collaboration was evident in Millicent last week with further recreational facilities now in use. Unity Housing, the Millicent Lions Club and Wattle Range Council came together to celebrate recent upgrades at Millicent Lions Park. Newly completed accessible public toilet fa...

21/04/2026

🥒 What happens when a staff member brings in a giant zucchini? You turn it into a reason to cook, share, and connect! 🥒

At Unity's latest monthly cooking group, tenants got hands‑on making spinach and zucchini tots, and there was even extra zucchini for one tenant to take home and turn into chocolate zucchini muffins.

Our cooking group is all about getting involved, coming together, sharing food, and building new skills in a friendly, relaxed space. As regular group member Sharan puts it: “It’s a nice, good way to meet people and try new food that we sit down and eat together.”

Each month we try new recipes – from pastas and soups to cakes and salads – while building confidence, teamwork, and having fun along the way.

👩‍🍳 Want to join our next session this Friday at 11am at Brompton?

📞 Contact Lesley (Tenant Engagement Officer) on 0439 310 434 or email [email protected] for all the details.

Come along, cook with us, and enjoy a shared meal.