Sherridon Homes & Brilley Co. Commit to Changing Lives with Charity Build in Gippsland

Photo: Federal Member for Monash, Mary Aldred, Victorian Homeless Fund chair Colleen May turn the first sod on the Latrobe Valley project, accompanied by, from left, Conrad Mittra, Alan Broadley and Emma Petrzela from Brilley/Sherridon Homes, Loy Yang B General Manager Tony Hicks, Alinta Energy Executive Director Corporate Affairs, Sustainability and Governance, Sarah McNamara, and David Knowles, Peter May and Tony Dennison from the Victorian Homeless Fund

Leading residential businesses Sherridon Homes and Brilley Co. have partnered with the Victorian Homeless Fund to deliver a new home in Moe, Gippsland, offering a life-changing opportunity for a family escaping domestic violence.

The single-storey residence, which commenced construction on July 4, is being built by Sherridon Homes and Brilley Co., and gifted to Women’s Property Initiatives (WPI) upon completion. Once finished, WPI will provide long-term tenancy to a family in need, creating a safe, stable, and supportive environment for recovery and renewal.

Chairwoman of the Victorian Homeless Fund, Colleen May, said the home would be a vital safe haven where families can rebuild their lives.
 
“We all know that homelessness in Victoria, especially for women and children fleeing family violence, is at crisis levels. At the Victorian Homeless Fund, we don’t just talk about it. We act.

“This home represents a chance to break the cycle of homelessness and give a family a future. Together with Sherridon Homes, Brilley Co., the Payton Foundation and our incredible network of supporters, we are not just building houses, but building hope,” said Colleen.

The project is being delivered on behalf of the landowner, Payton Foundation Pty Ltd, with the Victorian Homeless Fund leading coordination and oversight.

With an estimated $220,000 worth of donations from the consultant, supplier and construction trades, equating to approximately 60 per cent of the total build cost, this marks the first charity home of its kind to be delivered by Sherridon Homes and the Brilley Co. team, which forms part of AHB Group, Victoria’s second largest homebuilder.

Designed with flexibility and dignity in mind, the dual-key dwelling comprises a main home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, as well as a fully serviced one-bedroom villa under the same roofline. The villa model supports a range of living arrangements, including teenagers seeking independence, live-in support workers, or ageing parents who wish to remain close to family while maintaining privacy.

In line with the needs of the family who will ultimately call the property home, special considerations have been made to maximise comfort, safety, and security. These include a full alarm system, security cameras, and reinforced doors throughout the property, ensuring peace of mind for residents and caseworkers alike. The home will also feature Sherridon Homes’ higher standard of quality fixtures, finishes and design, and be 7-Star energy efficient.

AHB Group Director Charles Agius said this project reflects the company’s values and its commitment to supporting the communities in which it builds.

“At AHB Group, we believe in the power of home. This project in Moe is about more than bricks and mortar; it’s about helping families rebuild. Through Sherridon Homes and Brilley Co., we’re proud to contribute our skills and experience to a cause that aligns so closely with who we are,” said Charles.

The home is expected to be completed in early 2026. To learn more about AHB Group, please visit https://ahbgroup.com.au/.