The Hidden Crisis of Homelessness Among Young Mothers in NSW In Sydney's west, specialist services provide shelter and support to dozens of young women fleeing domestic violence each year.
Wiyanga House, one such refuge, has seen a 25% increase in demand over the past year, supporting 52 women and their children between 2025 26.
The statistics paint a stark picture: data modeling from Homelessness NSW estimates up to 80,000 people may be experiencing homelessness in NSW, with nearly 700,000 more at risk.