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Welcome to Colony 47

We are a proudly Tasmanian, not-for profit organisation offering services to disadvantaged Tasmanians for over thirty six years. Colony 47 began in 1973 as a drop-in centre at 47 Davey Street, Hobart for people who were isolated and vulnerable.

Back then, Colony 47 offered services in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere to any person who needed help or someone to talk to.

Today, we have expanded to provide a range of support services to Tasmanians in need across twenty six programs including;

  • housing assistance for people who are homeless or whose housing is unstable or who are isolated as a result of extreme poverty
  • tenants needing financial assistance
  • accommodation for young women who are homeless or escaping family violence
  • supported employment opportunities for people with mental illness or people who have physical or intellectual disabilities.
  • services for young children and families who live in disadvantaged communities
  • counselling services for young people and their families
  • services for the Aboriginal community (health and employment services)
  • training opportunities  for apprentices and trainees
  • help for people who are in prison or are exiting the prison service.

Colony 47 continues to offer our services in a friendly supportive atmosphere as our founders intended.

We have just opened an Aboriginal referral and information service in Launceston and look forward to offering more new services in northern Tasmania.

Over the past twelve months demand for Colony 47 services has increased substantially as living costs in Tasmania continue to rise.  Colony 47 is committed to finding ways to deliver quality services to Tasmanians whilst endeavouring to work towards building a socially just community.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 12 January 2011 23:10
 

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Our Vision

  • Fairness
  • Passion
  • Opportunity, and
  • Community

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Our Purpose

Colony 47 is one of Tasmania's leading not for profit community service organisations linking diverse communities, government and business to deliver positive outcomes for families and individuals in our community.

Our Values

  • INTEGRITY
  • RESPECT
  • SOCIAL CONSCIENCE
  • PROFESSIONALISM
  • QUALITY

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