Centacare Evolve Housing recently marked its 10th anniversary, celebrating a decade of growth, partner­ships and community-building initiatives. From starting in a single room in 2014, Centacare Evolve Housing now manages over 3,000 homes, provid­ing affordable housing and supporting more than 5,600 tenants across 27 government areas in Tasmania.

This milestone comes as the or­ganisation reflects on its jour­ney of supporting sustainable communities, made possible by the dedication of its 55 staff members and continuous part­nership with the Archdiocese of Hobart and Homes Tasmania.

As well as celebrating its anniversary, Centacare Evolve Housing continues to host special events, including a day of workshops for Tasma­nia’s Seniors Week. Over 65 attendees enjoyed activities from watercolour card-mak­ing to flower crown crafting, reconnecting with old friends and discovering new skills. Community Wellbeing Officer Elise expressed gratitude for the community’s enthusiasm, sharing hopes to host more events like this in the future. A highlight of the day was the unexpected reunion of two childhood friends, Pat and Glenda, who hadn’t seen each other since the 1970s!

Adding to the celebrations, Centacare Evolve Housing’s impactful work was recognised at the Tasmanian Communi­ty Achievement Awards. The organisation’s Build Up Tassie program received the Empow­erment through Diversity and Inclusion Award, celebrating efforts to support young people and promote a sense of be­longing. Centacare Evolve’s environmental initiative, Bin To Win, was also honoured as a finalist in the EPA Sustainabil­ity category, and their Inspir­ing Future Leaders program reached the semi-finals in the Community Group Award category.

CEO Cody Burdon reflected on these milestones, saying, “We are proud of our achievements and the impact we’ve made in Tasmanian communities. Our mission extends beyond housing to creating opportu­nities for personal growth and community connection.”

Centacare Evolve Housing’s 10-year journey is a testament to their dedication to building resilient communities, foster­ing connections, and creating a foundation for future growth. As the organisation looks ahead, they remain committed to empowering Tasmanians and strengthening the commu­nities they serve.