Street Law Centre WA

Street Law is a free outreach legal service for people experiencing homelessness and those at risk of experiencing homelessness in Western Australia.

3 weeks ago

More than 40 people have been identified as experiencing homelessness in Margaret River, including a 75 year old and families with children.Many are living in cars, vans, or without stable accommodation.In a town known for its tourism and significant number of short stay properties, these findings highlight a deeper issue of high rental prices, housing insecurity and limited access to long term housing. These results will help advocate for more support, services, and housing solutions in the region.Homelessness can affect anyone, at any age and in any community.Source: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-13/survey-reveals-spread-homelessness-margaret-river/106544018*This post provides general legal information only and is not legal advice. It may not apply to your situation. For legal advice, contact Street Law Centre WA directly* ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

A Perth mother of two is left homeless, after her family’s accommodation was demolished with nowhere else for them to go.For almost two years, she and her children were living in a small granny flat in Mariginiup, without basic amenities such as gas or hot water, sharing one bedroom while trying to maintain stability.She has already faced the reality of living on the streets after escaping domestic violence four years ago.With no alternative housing available, the family has now been forced into primary homelessness, despite being on the public housing priority list since 2024.Emergency housing has been reported as full, with support services only able to offer very short term hotel stays.“I’m very scared. I’m very worried about the safety for my children,” she said.This is another confronting example of the impact of WA’s housing crisis, and the urgent need for safe, stable housing for families.No one should be left without a home.Source: 7news.com.au/news/perth-mother-of-two-faces-homelessness-as-accommodation-demolished-leaving-them...*This post provides general legal information only and is not legal advice. It may not apply to your situation. For legal advice, contact Street Law Centre WA directly* ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

Shoutout to Jess 🩵Over the past 3 months, Jess from Mallesons was seconded to Street Law. Working closely with our Solicitor, Luella, Jess attended our weekly legal clinic at Vinnies WA’s Passages Youth Engagement Hub, supporting young people under 25 who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Through this work, Jess assisted on a range of legal matters connected to the young people we meet at Passages each week ⚖️Jess quickly became a valued member of the team. Her thoughtful approach, efficiency, and willingness to step in wherever needed made a real difference to both our work and the young people we support. During her time with us, Jess also gained insight into the legal and social challenges connected to homelessness, and the role legal support can play in creating meaningful change.Here’s what Jess had to say about her time at Street Law“I really enjoyed being able to attend Passages. I found it very rewarding and loved being able to see clients return each week and continue progressing their matters every week.”We’re incredibly grateful to Mallesons for their ongoing support of our secondee program. Partnerships like this strengthen our ability to continue advocating for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness through our work in social justice 🤝*This post provides general legal information only and is not legal advice. It may not apply to your situation. For legal advice, contact Street Law Centre WA directly* ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

Last week was Youth Week, and this year’s theme was “Strength in Our Stories.”Every young person’s journey is unique. Their experiences, values, and resilience shape not only who they are, but the change they create in our communities. For young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, their stories reflect strength, resilience, and the courage to keep going. Their voices matter.At Street Law, we’re proud to stand alongside young people through our long-standing partnership with Passages Youth Engagement Hub in Perth, operated by Vinnies WA. Since 2012, this collaboration has supported young people aged 12 to 25 who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness with access to social, welfare, and legal services.Passages provides more than just a safe space. It offers understanding, practical support, and pathways forward. Every Wednesday from 10am to 12pm, Street Law is there, delivering our free legal services to young people.Young people are not just our future; they are shaping our present.*This post provides general legal information only and is not legal advice. It may not apply to your situation. For legal advice, contact Street Law Centre WA directly* ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Crackdowns on homelessness in QueenslandOver the past year, councils across south-east Queensland have shifted away from compassionate responses to a more punitive approach, moving people experiencing homelessness out of public spaces.But there’s a critical gap:Councils don’t actually have the legal power to issue enforceable move-on orders, that power sits with police, who have reportedly not been using it. And yet, people are still being moved onA recent ABC investigation found councils are relying on:👉 Verbal directions and “oral compliance”👉Claims that people “consented” to leave👉Treating belongings left behind as “abandoned” and destroying themIn a Supreme Court case, this so-called consent was found not to be freely given, and the destruction of property was ruled unlawful.The court also highlighted a deeper issue: many people were moved on without being offered real housing, leaving them with nowhere else to go.These developments raise broader questions about how laws are used to manage homelessness.📖 Read the full ABC investigation: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-23/how-councils-coerce-homeless-people-into-eviction/106451918These developments reflect a broader pattern. Our recent newsletter explores how state government laws and policies can criminalise survival and further punish people living in disadvantage.*This post provides general legal information only and is not legal advice. It may not apply to your situation. For legal advice, contact Street Law Centre WA directly* ... See MoreSee Less

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