The Shopfront
Director: Mr Damian Walsh
Telephone: +61 8 9371 9109
Website: shopfront.perthcatholic.org.au
Email: shopfront@perthcatholic.org.au
Address: 59 John Street, Bentley WA 6102
The Shopfront was established as the Church’s response to a growing number of people in Perth seeking practical and compassionate support.
What began as a simple place of hospitality has grown into a welcoming centre where people can find connection, care, and assistance during difficult times.
Over the years, the needs of visitors have expanded to include challenges such as homelessness, health concerns, food insecurity, financial stress, addiction, violence, and social isolation. As the demand grew, so too did the generosity of volunteers and donors who offered their time, skills, and resources to support the mission.
Today, The Shopfront operates from Bentley, where it is open Monday to Friday, 11.00am – 1.00pm, providing a friendly, non‑bureaucratic space for people seeking help. Volunteers work closely with other agencies to ensure visitors receive the right support at the right time.
In addition to its Bentley service, The Shopfront also offers outreach at St Mary’s Cathedral, Perth, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5.00pm – 6.00pm, extending hospitality and assistance to people in the heart of the city.
A central part of The Shopfront’s work is the development of genuine, ongoing relationships with regular visitors. Many people in the community experience loneliness or isolation, and the sense of friendship and belonging they find at The Shopfront plays an important role in their wellbeing.
