Homes for Hope launched in Ipswich

Key points

• The Domestic Violence Action Centre has launched Homes for Hope, a housing initiative providing purpose-built modular accommodation for women and children escaping domestic and family violence in Ipswich and Toowoomba. The launch took place during the centre's 30th anniversary celebration at the Hotel Commonwealth in Ipswich, where its 2026 Impact Report was also released.
• Chief Executive Amie Carrington said the initiative is funded by the Australian Government, Ipswich City Council and private philanthropy.
• Community donations are sought to help bring the planned homes to life.