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Vinnies Van (Wollongong)

Low cost & free meals Volunteering

Hot meals, fresh fruit and vegetables, hot/cold drinks, snack packs and pastries available, along with personal hygiene packs, blankets and clothing. 

The Vinnies Van operates five days per week across Wollongong and Shellharbour, providing emergency food relief, compassion and dignity to those experiencing homelessness and social isolation in the Illawarra. Anyone can reach out to the Vinnies Van.

'We provide a non-judgmental service and will not refuse assistance to anyone who approaches us.'

Look out for the Vinnies Van at the following Wollongong sites:

  • Barnados Driveway, 13 Greene St, Warrawong
    Monday & Wednesday 5.30pm - 6:00pm.
  • Wollongong Train Station (western side), Wollongong
    Monday & Wednesday 6.15 pm - 6:45pm.
  • Berkeley Community Centre, 40 Winnima Way, Berkeley
    Tues 5.30pm - 6pm.
  • Myuna Way, Mangerton
    Tues 10:30am
  • Bellambi Neighbourhood Centre: 49A Cawley St. Bellambi
    Fri 5.30pm - 6pm.

Volunteer opportunities
Join a team of volunteers who give their time to transform lives. Opportunities include van service to the community or cooking at the Coniston Hub

Food donations
Hot Meals

Sandwiches

Snacks

Items for daily living

Contact Details

Wollongong & Surrounds
Mobile Service
(02) 4228 9355
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Together towards a fair food system

The Illawarra holds endless opportunities to participate in fair food. For health, for the environment, or for our community - we all can play a role!

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