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07/09/2026

The Emergency Services Depot in Victoria has relocated to a new home in Epping, after more than 30 years in Eltham. To read more, see Lerisse Smith's report below.

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Epping depot to serve as the operational hub and enable smoother and quicker service for the community

06/09/2026

With Father's Day having just passed, Auxiliary-Lieutenant Matt Cairns reflects on the ongoing journey of being a parent as children grow up and build their own lives. To read more, click on the link below.

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Supporting our children as they forge their own paths

06/09/2026

This Father's Day, Colonel John Chamness reflects on the lessons his father taught him, and why they still matter.

Fathers have a unique opportunity to influence future generations, through both instruction and example, writes Colonel John Chamness

05/09/2026

Happy Father's Day! Today we're celebrating the dads and father figures who have helped guide and encourage us throughout our lives. Whether it's a practical skill, a word of wisdom, or an important life lesson, we'd love to hear from you. What's something a father or father figure taught you that you'll never forget?

04/09/2026

Meet Major Rebecca Gott! Rebecca and her husband Peter are the
Corps Officers in the beautiful coastal town of Port Macquarie (NSW). Rebecca says what she loves more than anything is when people – kids and adults – begin to grasp the love God has for them and experience His desire to see them live their best lives. Find out more about Rebecca in this week's Meet the Officer.

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A column that introduces you to Salvation Army officers of the Australia Territory

03/09/2026

For retired Salvation Army Commissioner James Condon, coming to understand his earthly father was part of a journey of faith, forgiveness and, ultimately, a deeper understanding of God as loving Father. With Father's Day this Sunday, we are sharing James' story of building a beautiful, connected life shaped by acceptance, forgiveness and redemption.

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For retired Salvation Army Commissioner James Condon, coming to understand his earthly father was part of a journey of faith, forgiveness and, ultimately, a deeper understanding of God as loving Father

03/09/2026

Across Papua New Guinea’s Highlands, conflict between clans and communities can be triggered by disputes over land and resources, election results, deaths, and accusations of sorcery or grievances stretching back generations. What may begin as a disagreement between individuals can draw in extended families and neighbouring clans, creating cycles of retaliation that are difficult to break. The growing presence of modern fi****ms has made such conflicts increasingly deadly. This is the context in which Major Steven Lavaki works, sometimes from a desk, and at other times, much closer to the danger.

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For Major Steven Lavaki, peacebuilding is not always conducted around a meeting table

03/09/2026

Territorial Commander Commissioner Miriam Gluyas has released the 2027 Territorial Changes of Appointment. Please pray for those who are affected by these changes – for the officers who will be moving and any children, along with corps and centres that will be receiving new officer personnel. The list of changes, which come into effect on 13 January 2027, can be viewed by clicking the PDF link in the story below.

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Commissioner Miriam Gluyas has released the annual appointment changes for officers of the Australia

02/09/2026

The Salvation Army is partnering with church-equipping organisation City to City Australia to build greater connections between churches and communities in key regions across the country. To find out more, read Lauren Martin’s report below.

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The Salvation Army is employing six Local City Mission Catalysts to work to connect local churches and mobilise them to serve their local communities

02/09/2026

Nine cadets of the 𝑅𝑒𝑠𝑐𝑢𝑒𝑑 session began their training earlier this year on the road to becoming commissioned Salvation Army officers. In the fifth of a series of profiles on each cadet, we focus today on Chantal Tait. She describes her passion for corps and the love of socialising with people and hearing their stories.

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A column that introduces you to cadets of the 2026-27 Rescued session