Vinnies Van is a free mobile service that provides those experiencing or are at risk of homelessness, marginalisation and social isolation with:

• a warm, nutritious meal, fruits and drinks
• information and referrals to other community services and government agencies
• support, compassion and friendly face

Operating from sites across Launceston, this emergency service is delivered by St Vincent de Paul Society volunteers providing meals and support to those in need.

Launceston – City, Ravenswood
North-West  – Wynyard, Smithton and Burnie

Who this service is for

Those experiencing or are at risk of homelessness, marginalisation and social isolation

Cost

Free

Opening Hours

Launceston:

Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
6:00pm-6:30pm: Ravenswood IGA Carpark, 2 Prossers Forest Rd, Ravenwood
6:45pm-7:15pm: Civic Square, Charles Street entrance next to Henty House

Burnie:

Mondays:
6:00pm-6:25pm: Burnie Community House, Wiseman Street, Shorewell Park
6:30pm-7:00pm: The Park in Aleeka Court, Havenview

Thursdays:
6:00pm-6:25pm: Carpark for 1/8 Federal St, Upper Burnie
6:30pm-6:55pm: Marine Terrace, Burnie (Behind Safe Space)

Wynyard:

Tuesdays:
6:00pm-6:25pm: St Brigid’s Church Carpark
6:30pm-6:55pm: Saunders Street Carpark

Wednesdays:
6:00pm-6:25pm: St Brigid’s Church Carpark
6:30pm-7:00pm: Beamish Avenue

Smithton:

Mondays:
5.30pm: Wedge St Community House
6.00pm:Anzac Park – Smith St end

Wednesdays:
5.30pm – 5.55pm: Wedge St Community House
6.00pm – 6.30pm: Car park corner of Pelican Point Rd and West Esplanade (opposite Bridge Hotel)

How this service is delivered

• Face-to-face

  All services are face to face