A Home Filled with Dignity, Not Empty Cupboards

Good360 creates connects items in four areas of impact: Education, Home, Hygiene and Play.

Access to basic necessities is crucial for empowering people facing difficult times, providing them with a sense of security and comfort within their homes. Good360 connects people in need Australia-wide with essential home goods such as furniture, bedding and clothing, ensuring they can enjoy a home life free from deprivation.

The Facts*

9.1 million

Australians say the cost-of-living crisis feels worse for them and their family than it did at the same time last year

17%

of Australians have delayed or cancelled plans to replace broken or worn-out household items because they can’t afford them

2.9 million

Australians can’t afford the essentials their family needs to live comfortably at home

19%

of Australians have recently had to cut back on food and healthcare to afford home essentials or clothing or their family

$2.6 million

Worth of home items have already been connected to Good360’s member network in 2025. (As of March 2025)

1 in 7

Australians say the stress of the ongoing cost-of-living crisis is negatively impacting their mental health and wellbeing

*Material Deprivation In Australia: Impact Report April 2025

What is material deprivation?

Material deprivation is living without the items that no one should have to go without. It means navigating daily life without the basic items that make a home safe, functional, and comfortable.

A home is more than just a place to live—it’s where we feel safe, comfortable, and ourselves. Research shows that furniture and furnishings provide a sense of personal identity, helping people feel secure and settled. But for many facing financial hardship, even the basics like bedding, cookware, or storage can be out of reach. Clothing is another essential that goes beyond warmth. Worn-out or ill-fitting clothes can affect self-esteem, dignity, and even a child’s willingness to go to school. In extreme weather, a lack of proper clothing can also impact health and well-being.

In Good360’s newest report, we explore the continued impacts the cost of living crisis is having on everyday Australians and their ability to afford basic home essentials. The report also highlights the demand that exists and how Good360 works with our member and partner networks to connect brand-new home items to vulnerable communities.

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Impact @ June 2025

The Rising Cost of Living: Struggling to Cover the Essentials

The cost of living has skyrocketed, and it’s not just people already living in poverty who are feeling the strain—everyday Australians are being pushed to the edge. Across the country, families are being forced to make impossible choices between paying for utilities, keeping up with medical appointments, or replacing essential home items like clothing and bedding.

For households on low incomes or living below the poverty line, the situation is even worse. Many are struggling to cover basic housing, food, and medical costs, let alone afford essential services like electricity and water. Making ends meet is getting harder every year.

The impact isn’t felt equally either. Single parents, First Nations people, carers, and households with disability are facing the most severe financial hardship. No one should have to choose between keeping their home comfortable and looking after their health.

At Good360, we believe everyone deserves access to the basics that support their wellbeing and comfort. We’re making sure essential household goods reach the people who need them most—because no one should have to go without.

Our community partners keep the circle turning

Real stories, real impact

Steve's Transformation

This morning, Steve came to Grovedale Emergency Relief. Steve has been homeless since Monday, three days. He was given only an hour to pack his belongings before being evicted, leaving him with just the clothes on his back and a few personal items. Having reached out to various housing services, Steve was told they couldn't assist him, leaving him to sleep on the streets without warm clothes, bedding, or food.

We welcomed Steve with a hot meal and coffee and provided him with winter-appropriate clothes, including a Nike puffer jacket, a sleeping bag, a blanket, a pillow, a thermos, utensils, food, and travel bags to carry everything. When Steve put on the Nike jacket, his demeanour changed entirely. He transformed from the weary individual who walked in, to someone who felt like a superstar. His face lit up. Thank you, Good360 for your incredible generosity. Your donations are making a tangible difference in the lives of people like Steve, offering not just practical help but also a renewed sense of dignity and hope.

Uniting Vic/Tas

Creating a safe, welcoming, and functional environment

This support from Harvey Norman is not just about appliances; it’s about providing these families with the resources they need to regain stability and dignity as they heal from their experiences.

Our refuge has recently undergone renovations, and with the addition of new appliances from Harvey Norman, we can furnish our units and crisis accommodation properties in a way that truly makes a difference in the lives of our clients. These white goods are being used in kitchens and laundry areas, providing essential comfort and support for families who are rebuilding their lives after trauma. They help create a sense of normalcy during what is often a very difficult time.

We are incredibly grateful to Good360 for their generous support. These items are playing a crucial role in our ongoing efforts to create a safe, welcoming, and functional environment for the women and children who come to us for support.

Emerge Women & Childrens Support Network

Incredibly Generous Donation of Whitegoods

Urbenville is in the lowest 10% of social advantage in the whole of Australia. This level of poverty has meant that many in the community have barely enough to get by daily. We recently partnered with Anglicare, to provide additional free items for this disadvantaged community.

We are so thankful to partner with Good360 and the Davie Group to provide top quality, new bedding for the food pantry clients. Cyclone Alfred and the ongoing wet weather has meant that many households are battling mould and finding it hard to even wash and dry their linen. Having an extra set of bedding for each bed means that they can now wash and dry one set properly, without rushing.

The weighted blankets from the Davie Group were treasured by some of the teenagers who struggle with anxiety and other mental health issues. This is a luxury that many could not possibly afford. Thank you once again for providing dignity and comfort to some of the neediest in our community.

CHRISTIAN LIFE CHURCH KYOGLE

Disaster Recovery: Providing Hope and Dignity

When disaster strikes, families are often left with nothing—forced to start over without the essentials that make a house feel like home. The cost of rebuilding can be overwhelming, with rising prices for tradespeople and materials making recovery even harder. While grants and insurance can help, not everyone qualifies or can afford coverage, leaving many without the financial support they need.

That’s where Good360 comes in. We’re there not just in the immediate aftermath, but for the long haul—helping families and communities rebuild, piece by piece. Through our network of charity and business partners, we connect people with donated furniture, appliances, bedding, and other household essentials to restore comfort, stability, and dignity.

Recovery doesn’t happen overnight. Long after the headlines fade, we’re still there, ensuring families have what they need to turn their house back into a home. Because no one should have to start from scratch alone.