Tuesday, 16 June 2026

 Gabrielle DE VIETRI (Richmond) (12:42): I move, by leave:

That this house:

(1)   notes that:

(a) the Salvation Army has moved to close Foley House in Footscray;

(b) this service provides long-term accommodation and vital 24/7 support for vulnerable men and residents with complex disabilities and medical needs, who would otherwise be in and out of prison, crisis accommodation, in hospital or sleeping rough; and

(2)   calls on this government to step in, stop displacements of vulnerable people and provide Foley House with a sustainable funding solution so that they can continue to provide these important services.

Leave refused.