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Victory House at Mundoolun: A Tractor Powering Recovery & Job Readiness

Funded by the TURSA Community Grant Program, the tractor is helping men rebuild skills, confidence and careers on the farm.

About Victory House & the Project

Victory House is a residential rehabilitation and employment‑readiness program operating at the Mundoolun farm. Through stable housing, mentoring and accredited training in land management, construction and agriculture, the program supports men overcoming addiction, homelessness and long‑term unemployment to reconnect with purpose and work.

With funding from TURSA’s Community Grant, Victory House acquired a tractor to enable hands‑on training and to maintain the property safely and efficiently giving participants real‑world skills that translate directly to local jobs and apprenticeships

Why TURSA Invested

In celebrating 30 years of service, Tursa Employment & Training launched a $1,000,000 Community Grant Program to back local not‑for‑profits that strengthen communities and create pathways into employment. Typical grants averaged up to $30,000, with exceptional initiatives receiving more.

Victory House’s tractor project aligns directly with TURSA’s mission: employment starts with a strong, connected community.

“TURSA genuinely believes in the strength and resilience of our local communities… The Community Grant Program is our way of backing local not‑for‑profits so they can have an even greater impact." “Supporting people into employment is central to our mission—but that journey starts with a strong, connected community.”

Chief Officer

About TURSA’s Community Grant Program

The TURSA Community Grant Program targets 30+ not‑for‑profit organisations to boost capacity, strengthen support networks for vulnerable people, and encourage collaboration.

Celebrating 30 Years of Community Impact

TURSA Community Grant Program & St Mark’s Anglican Church Casino

🏛️ Spotlight: St Mark’s Anglican Church Casino

One of the standout recipients is St Mark’s Anglican Church Casino, whose community hall is a vital hub for local connection. With support from TURSA’s grant, the hall has undergone a thoughtful transformation to better serve the Casino community:

Repainting internal spaces to create a more welcoming and inclusive environment.
Converting an underutilised room into a dedicated meeting space for workshops, support services, and community programs.

Importantly, the hall is a neutral, non-worship-specific venue, making it accessible to all members of the community regardless of background or belief. These upgrades will enable the hall to continue to host initiatives that foster connection, wellbeing, and inclusion.

🤝 TURSA’s Broader Community Mission

For three decades, TURSA has been a trusted partner in employment and training, helping individuals access opportunities and build brighter futures. The Community Grant Program is an extension of this mission—recognising and uplifting other organisations that share our values.