Introducing our new multi-purpose van

We’re thrilled to introduce the newest addition to our fleet – a fully equipped multipurpose van that will play a vital role in strengthening our food relief efforts across the South West region.

This vehicle arrives at the perfect time, replacing our previous van, which had reached the end of its operational life and was becoming increasingly unreliable and costly to repair. With demand for our services continuing to grow, dependable transport is essential to ensure we can keep delivering food and support where it’s needed most.

The new van was made possible thanks to the generous support of Bendigo Bank and a pre‑election commitment from the Western Australian Government. Their investment ensures we can continue serving the community safely, efficiently and with greater reach for years to come. We are deeply grateful for the strong partnerships that enable us to make essential operational improvements like this van upgrade, a reality.

What makes this new vehicle particularly exciting is its versatility. Beyond supporting our usual pick‑ups, deliveries and outreach visits, the van has been designed to operate as a Mobile Foodbank. It features a 95‑litre dual‑zone fridge/freezer on a convenient slide‑out drawer, allowing us to transport chilled and frozen food items directly to people who may not be able to reach our physical locations. This capability opens new doors for outreach in regional and remote areas, pop‑up locations and community events.

Wrapped in our distinctive purple branding, the van is set to become a familiar – and we hope welcome – sight across the community. Its presence on the road signals reassurance: help is coming. Whether parked at a community centre, visiting a partner organisation or making a delivery run, the van represents our commitment to showing up where people need us, when they need us.

Importantly, the new vehicle enhances our flexibility and reach. It will allow our team to respond more swiftly to emerging needs, expand our service footprint, and provide a greater range of food options, including perishable items that were previously difficult to transport safely. This puts us in a stronger position to support families, individuals and partner organisations as cost‑of‑living pressures continue to challenge many households.

We’re excited for the difference this van will make – not just to our operations, but to the communities we serve.

Thank you again to Bendigo Bank, the Western Australian Government and everyone who helped bring this important project to life. With your support, we can continue delivering essential food relief with reliability, dignity and care.