Vinnies Van Northern Tasmania (Food Van)
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
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Face-to-face
All services are face to face
Updated: 05/09/2024
Provided by
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