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#CEOSelling 2020
The Big Issue is gearing up to celebrate International Vendor Week with our annual #CEOSelling campaign. During 3-9 February, more than 80 CEOs and leaders across Australia will don the fluoro vest,...
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Magazine readership up for 2019
The Big Issue has had a mag-nificent 2019 with our magazine readership increasing 8.7% over the past year. New figures released by Roy Morgan Australian Readership report have found The Big Issue’s...
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Fiction Submissions Now Open!
Submissions are now open for the 16th annual The Big Issue Fiction Edition. You could be part of the biggest-selling fiction magazine in Australia – just start writing, and send us your story! This...
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Parliamentary Shift with the WSE!
On Wednesday 4 March, more than 30 parliamentarians in Canberra gathered together for The Big Issue’s Parliamentary Shift. Held at Parliament House, the event was in celebration of International...
View ArticleStatement: Our response to COVID-19
The Big Issue has been closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and has put a number of measures in place to prioritise the health, safety and wellbeing of our vendors, staff, volunteers and...
View ArticleUpdate: COVID-19 24/3/2020
The Big Issue is continuing to closely monitor the ever-changing COVID-19 situation, and follow ongoing advice from government and health authorities, to prioritise the health, safety and wellbeing...
View ArticleUpdate: COVID-19 27/3/2020
Due to the increasing risks of COVID-19 and in the best interests of the safety and wellbeing of our vendors, staff, customers and the general public, The Big Issue has made the decision to suspend...
View ArticleThe Big Issue is now online!
The Big Issue has launched a digital version of its much-loved magazine, to help support vendors in need amidst the COVID-19 crisis. The new digital magazine allows loyal readers to enjoy each...
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Mother's Day with The Big Issue!
This Mother’s Day treat your mum, grandmother or any special loved ones with a gift that is sure to warm their heart. A subscription to The Big Issue magazine is the best way to show your love and...
View ArticleCelebrating National Volunteers Week! #NVW2020
This week from 18-24 May 2020, National Volunteer Week is an annual celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of volunteers around Australia. We are proud to celebrate the incredible staff...
View ArticleeClassroom offer for VIC schools
The Big Issue Classroom is partnering with The Victorian Government to offer a free and exciting virtual learning experience with a difference. The Victorian Government has committed to funding access...
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Celebrating our 24th Birthday!
Today The Big Issue celebrates our 24th birthday! While we’re not out selling today, we’ve come a long way from starting on the steps of Flinders St. Station in Melbourne, becoming Australia’s most...
View ArticleA big return to selling for The Big Issue vendors
Iconic Australian magazine The Big Issue will welcome back its vendors to street selling next week, following a three month hiatus due to the COVID-19 crisis. From next Monday 29 June, vendors will...
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#HWC One Year On!
The Homeless World Cup is an annual event that brings together people experiencing homelessness, marginalisation and disadvantage for a week-long street football tournament. More than 450 players from...
View ArticleAn Update on VIC street selling
As we move into our second week of selling, it's been heartening to see the amount of support we have had from our readers. We're excited to see vendors proudly working in a new, COVID-safe...
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Welcome Back from Ecstra
The Big Issue is pleased to have the support from the Ecstra Foundation to help welcome back vendors to street selling. Through Ecstra Foundation’s Response and Recovery grants, The Big Issue has been...
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Working For Home: A big return to street selling for The Big Issue vendors
As Australia emerges from pandemic lockdown, The Big Issue vendors are returning to city streets across Australia* following a three-month hiatus. The Big Issue has launched a new campaign to announce...
View ArticleThe Big Issue now available at selected Woolworths supermarkets
We are pleased to announce that from today Monday 20 July, readers can continue supporting the Big Issue vendors by picking up The Big Issue magazine at selected Woolworths stores across Australia....
View ArticleHomes for Homes Opens Funding Round for Social and Affordable Housing Projects
Homes for Homes is opening a new funding round for social and affordable housing projects, with up to $200,000 available in the ACT. From Monday 3 August social and affordable housing providers in the...
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How you can support during #HW2020
Homelessness Week is an annual event which raises awareness for more than 116,000 Australians who experience homelessness every night. This year, Homelessness Week is held from 2-8 August, with the...
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