It’s Christmas day! And while it’s often seen as a time of joy and togetherness for many Australians, it can also be a period of deep hardship. 

With the cost-of-living crisis and record rental and housing prices putting unprecedented pressure on Australians, more people are experiencing homelessness.  

In this episode of The Briefing, Helen Smith is joined by Ben Kharblas, Deputy CEO of Mission Australia, who explains what Christmas looks like for someone experiencing homelessness, why loneliness and mental health challenges spike over the holiday season and how you can help.  

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It&rsquo;s&nbsp;Christmas day! And while&nbsp;it&rsquo;s&nbsp;often seen as a time of joy and togetherness for many Australians, it can also be a period of deep hardship.&nbsp;
With the cost-of-living crisis and record rental&nbsp;and housing&nbsp;prices putting unprecedented pressure on&nbsp;Australians, more people are experiencing homelessness.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In this episode of The Briefing, Helen Smith is joined by&nbsp;Ben&nbsp;Kharblas, Deputy CEO of Mission Australia,&nbsp;who explains&nbsp;what Christmas looks like for someone experiencing homelessness,&nbsp;why loneliness and mental health challenges spike over the holiday season and how&nbsp;you can help.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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A daily news podcast, The Briefing gives you the latest headlines, discussion and explainer interviews to keep you informed and entertained.

Bringing you the news you need to know at 6am and 4pm Monday to Friday, and profile features across the weekend, The Briefing is Australia's go-to news podcast for your commute, coffee or exercise.

Hosted by journalists Sacha Barbour Gatt, Chris Spyrou, Natarsha Belling, Helen Smith and Antoinette Lattouf.

A daily news podcast, The Briefing gives you the latest headlines, discussion and explainer interviews to keep you informed and entertained.
Bringing you the news you need to know at 6am and 4pm Monday to Friday, and profile features across the weekend, The Briefing is Australia's go-to news podcast for your commute, coffee or exercise.
Hosted by journalists Sacha Barbour Gatt, Chris Spyrou, Natarsha Belling, Helen Smith and Antoinette Lattouf.

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