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Saltwater Festival Bundaleer 2024

The Saltwater Festival held in Bundaleer, Warrawong was an incredible success, thanks to the dedication of our team and the overwhelming support from the community.

With over 1000 attendees, it marked a significant milestone, attracting numerous new families seeking our support services. We’re grateful for the hard work of the events team and everyone involved, making it the best festival yet.

Our Bundaleer team was heavily involved in the organisation and the running of the event and of course, the South Coast Teams were connecting with community & cultures, delivering child focused interactive activities from the Play Ranger Van.

The event was organised by a collaborative including Barnardos South Coast, Wollongong City Council, DCJ, Warrawong Residents Forum and was led by Mission Australia.

The committee is thrilled with the outcome, highlighting the positive impact it had on showcasing the resilience of the Bundaleer community.

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WHAT WE SEE

We see beyond the sleepover in cars and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a parent and their child have nowhere safe to stay and are
currently waiting for refuge accommodation.

We see beyond the sleepover in cars
and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a
parent and their child have nowhere
safe to stay and are currently waiting
for refuge accommodation.

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay. At Barnardos, we work closely with children to identify their unique needs and provide tailored support for each family member.   

Safe accommodation

Support with transitional accommodation

Safety Planning

Providing safety planning
so that families can leave violence for good

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Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood. Our caseworkers recognise the importance of specialist support to help them recover and thrive. 

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and
children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay.
At Barnardos, we work closely with children to
identify their unique
needs and provide tailored support
for each family member
.  
 


Support with transitional accommodation

Providing safety planning so that families can leave violence for good

Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood.
Our caseworkers
recognise the importance of specialist support to
help them recover and thrive.
 

You can help too! A simple gift today can support a child who has experienced
domestic and family violence to recover and heal
.