Springfield confirmed as site for new HOPE Hub

Springfield has been announced as the location for one of three new HOPE Hubs, as the Queensland Government delivers on a key election commitment to strengthen support for victim-survivors of domestic and family violence.

The first of the new hubs will be established at Orion Springfield Central in Ipswich in early 2026, as part of a $7.8 million investment over five years to expand HOPE Hubs across the state.

Operated by community-based organisation Beyond DV, the hubs will provide victim-survivors with access to wrap-around, trauma-informed support, including social, health, housing, legal and financial services.

The expansion builds on the success of the existing HOPE Hub at Carindale and forms part of the Government's broader commitment to increase recovery services for women and children impacted by domestic and family violence. Two additional hubs are expected to open in other locations during 2026-27.

The announcement also complements wider domestic and family violence reforms underway, including the rollout of a GPS tracker pilot for high-risk offenders in Caboolture and Townsville, the introduction of Police Protection Directions from January 1, 2026, fast-tracking the establishment of domestic and family violence and sexual violence peak bodies, and commissioning research into misidentification in DFV settings through ANROWS.

Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence Amanda Camm said locating HOPE Hubs within shopping centres would help reach more people in need of confidential and accessible support.

"The three new hubs will replicate the success of the HOPE Hub in Carindale, which has become a one-stop shop for recovery services," Minister Camm said.

"Shopping centres provide a safe and discreet access point for victim-survivors, helping to reduce the stigma associated with seeking help.

"These hubs are about more than services - they are about creating supportive communities where women and children feel safe, empowered and able to rebuild their lives."

Beyond DV Founder and Director Carolyn Robinson welcomed the announcement and said the new hub would strengthen support for the Springfield community.

"We look forward to supporting the greater Springfield community through our new HOPE Hub at Orion Shopping Centre," Ms Robinson said.

"The HOPE Hub model provides a safe, highly accessible space where people can receive support for domestic and family violence matters seven days a week from dedicated, trained staff.

"In the three years since our first HOPE Hub opened, we have seen how impactful this model has been in helping people access information, referrals and long-term recovery support."

Orion Springfield Central Centre Manager Elisabeth Rung said the shopping centre was proud to host the latest HOPE Hub.

"We are honoured to welcome the HOPE Hub, a safe and inclusive space addressing critical issues such as domestic abuse and mental health," Ms Rung said.

"Mirvac has a longstanding commitment to community investment, and the HOPE Hub reflects our dedication to practical, frontline support for the communities we serve."