Housing & homelessness
Homelessness can affect anyone of any age and can be temporary or long term. We want to make sure that any experience of homelessness on the Gold Coast is:
- rare
- brief; and
- non-recurring.
Gold Coast Homelessness Action Plan 2024
The Gold Coast Homelessness Action Plan 2024 outlines the City’s roles, responsibilities, and strategic responses to homelessness. We work closely with the Queensland Government and local services to reduce homelessness in the city.
To learn more about this Plan visit Gold Coast Homelessness Action Plan 2024
Homeless and need help?
If you are experiencing homelessness, at risk of becoming homeless or know someone who is, find details of support options below.
Gold Coast Homelessness Service provides accommodation and support services. Call 07 5579 6060.
Homeless Persons Information Queensland
Call for confidential advice 24 hours a day on 1800 474 753 or TTY 1800 010 222.
Gold Coast Homelessness Network is a not for profit organisation that works with its members to prevent and reduce homelessness on the Gold Coast. The Network hosts the Gold Coast Homeless Connect event every year.
The Gold Coast Homelessness Network Taplink guide provides a list of local food aid services in our city.
Vans and Kitchens website provides information on services offering food and drinks, as well as support contacts.
Housing
Public and community housing
The Queensland Government Department of Communities, Housing and Digital Economies helps Queenslanders who need access to housing.
Private rental accommodation
Queensland Statewide Tenant Advice and Referral Service
The Service can provide free tenancy information, advice and assistance to tenants.
The phone service operates from 9am to 5pm weekdays and until 7pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Call 1300 744 263.
Queensland Residential Tenancies Authority
The Authority provides information for both tenants and landlords about renting in Queensland. This includes beginning and ending tenancies and resolving disputes.
Supporting Those At Risk of Homelessness
Wesley Mission Queensland works with tenants to sustain stable housing. Call 1300 865 306
Connect2Home | Homeless Connect
We are pleased to support the Connect2Home | Homeless Connect event every year.
For information on how to donate items or volunteer on the day, please follow the Gold Coast Homeless Connect Facebook page.