The Queensland Government has given the go-ahead to commence construction for a specialised youth housing service in Townsville, with contracts awarded to a local builder and a local support provider.
Based on the internationally recognised Youth Foyer model, the Townsville Youth Foyer delivers evidence-based early intervention by providing secure housing and professional support for up to 40 vulnerable young people at any one time.
Member for Mundingburra Coralee O’Rourke said the Youth Foyer would assist young Townsville residents unable to live at home with their families to break the cycle of homelessness.