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Nova for Women and Children: Homelessness and Domestic Violence Service

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Nova for Women and Children: Homelessness and Domestic Violence Service

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Nova works with Women & Children Experiencing/at risk of Homelessness or Fleeing Domestic Violence. Women may access Nova support through:
1.

Nova offers support for women and children who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. What We Do:
At Nova for Women and Children we:
- Support women who are at risk of homelessness to remain safely in their home.
- Assist women who are homeless or in crisis to be housed and provide support to maintain safe accommodation. Who We Help:
- Nova supports women – with or without children in Lake Macquarie and the Western suburbs of Newcastle, who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or escaping domestic or family violence. What We Stand For:
The service believes in – and its practice reflects – the rights of women and their children:
- To live and participate in the community safely
- To make choices in their own lives

Support Stages of Entry – Nova works with women who might be in crisis, or may simply be looking for support to sustain their tenancy. Early access to information, advice, referral and education in the community.
2. Interim accommodation (up to 28 days)
3. Transitional accommodation
4. Outreach Support

Nova encourages homeless and at-risk women to self-refer. Support workers assess new clients and arrange interim accommodation, assist with at-risk tenancies, or facilitate other support services to meet the individual needs of our clients. We also accept referrals from other support services. If you're homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or escaping domestic or family violence, please phone us on 1800 769 654.

Register now to attend the Launch. Together we are stronger.

04/11/2026

Newcastle DV Committee's launch of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence.

04/11/2026

Friends With Dignity are an essential partner for Nova in creating safe and welcoming homes for our clients. Please reach out if you can help.

URGENT DONATIONS NEEDED | HELP RESTOCK OUR SANCTUARIES

Every family deserves a safe, comfortable place to call home.

Our Sanctuary teams urgently need your help to replenish essential household and personal care items for individuals and families rebuilding their lives after domestic and family violence.

We're currently seeking donations of:

Household Essentials
- TVs in good working order
- Towel sets, including face washers

Toiletries and Personal Care
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste for adults and children
- Hairbrushes
- Antibacterial wipes
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Men's and women's body wash

These everyday essentials make a meaningful difference, helping families settle into their new homes with comfort, dignity and a sense of belonging.

Can you help us restock?

If you or your workplace can donate any of these items, please email [email protected] to arrange your contribution.

Together, we can help turn houses into homes. 💜

03/11/2026

Christmas Hampers

Registration is now live through Humanitix.

Please make sure you add your correct number and email as we will contact you for collection date.

Limit 1 per family.

These hampers are sponsored by Foodbank NSW & ACT , Beyond Bank and GambleAware NSW.

https://events.humanitix.com/sru-xmas-hamper-registration-2026?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0bzkhsbu&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgNicmlkETFzR0hwYkF4bEFYQ0VuUmFDc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPNTE0NzcxNTY5MjI4MDYxAAEf8bNfWYpIO23VfQVk2sRS8WlPffxdi89D4hacGBU_gVFNieksiomiObqPikE_aem_Za6OWSYxLFXuh89LaCs5TQ

03/11/2026

Hunter practitioners who work with men and boys in the DFSV early intervention, prevention, and behaviour change space, teachers, youth workers, housing and homelessness workers, mental health, drug and alcohol, justice, and advocacy workers are invited to join their peers for a day of sharing ideas and practice, learning from each other, building their capacity, and connecting at the Hunter Men's Projects Network Forum 2026.

Book tickets online:

Annual forum for practitioners in the Hunter who work with men and boys in the DFSV prevention, early intervention, and behaviour change space.

03/11/2026

Children are often the forgotten victims of domestic and family violence. Sign the petition by Newcastle mother and domestic violence advocate, Tabatha Acret, to have children recognised as victim-survivors of domestic and family violence.

CW: This post discusses domestic violence and murder.

In 2022, Mackenzie Anderson was murdered by her ex-partner. Her 23-month-old son was there.

"There was ZERO crime for what he saw or the trauma he experienced," says her mum, Tabitha Acret.

Last year, more than 110,000 people signed Tabitha's first petition, and it won: NSW changed its sentencing laws for intimate partner murder. But the law still treats children like her grandson as witnesses, not victims.

Now Tabitha is asking governments across Australia to recognise children who live through domestic violence as victims in their own right, with tougher sentences when a child is present and access to support, counselling and protection.

"Children cannot vote, lobby or speak up for themselves. They need us to do it for them," she writes.

If you think these children deserve to be recognised, you can read more and support Tabitha's petition here: https://vist.ly/5n5js

1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 (24/7). In immediate danger, call 000.

01/11/2026

Homelessness and housing insecurity impacts not just the unemployed or people doing it tough. Nova supports Home In Place’s advocacy for an urgent increase in social and affordable housing, because everyone deserves a safe space to call home. 🏠

31/10/2026

REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE
Hunter Men's Projects Network Forum 2026

DATE: Tuesday 24 November 2026
TIME: 8:45am - 4:30pm
VENUE: CT Building, University of Newcastle, Callaghan Campus
COST: $80 (Lunch, morning and afternoon tea included)
🚨REGISTER NOW: https://events.humanitix.com/hunter-mens-projects-network-forum-2026

Hunter practitioners who work with men and boys in the DFSV early intervention, prevention, and behaviour change space, teachers, youth workers, housing and homelessness workers, mental health, drug and alcohol, justice, advocacy workers etc are invited to join your peers for a day of sharing ideas and practice, learning from each other, building your capacity, and connecting.

We are very excited to be joined this year by:
• Hala Abdelnour, CEO and Founder of the Institute of non-violence. Hala has delivered numerous Men’s Behaviour Change programs, and specialises in working with shame and trauma, intersectionality, cultural safety and group facilitation.
• The Aboriginal Services Unit
• Transforming Justice Australia
• Family Support Newcastle
• MOSAIC Multicultural Connections
• headspace Newcastle
• Up & Up
• and more....

WE ARE EXTREMELY GRATEFUL TO OUR SPONSORS:
Centre of Excellence for Equity in Higher Education
Newcastle DV Committee, NED Foundation

27/10/2026

Working together is the superpower of charities and community organisations like Nova and Mums' Cottage.

Since opening our new one-stop shop, Nova Women's Hub at Broadmeadow, we have an increased need for non-perishable food items to fill the pantries and free community shop for the women and children who come to us for support.

We are so thankful that Mum's Cottage answered our call for help by donating a carload of treats, food and necessities for our clients.

Sister Helen shared that the food had been donated to Mum's Cottage by the Singleton Army Cadets, and they were happy to pay the donation forward to Nova. 🫶🫶

21/10/2026

Address

Relocating To: 22 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow
Newcastle, NSW
2292

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+611800769654

Website

http://www.novawomen.org.au/

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