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How much would it cost to end homelessness? We’ve got the answer.

Danielle Kutchel, Wednesday, 22nd March 2023 -  We’ve found the experts who’ve crunched the numbers, and yes, it is possible for Australia to eliminate homelessness — and it will cost less than you think. Have you ever wondered how…

Eyes turn to federal budget

Ruby Kraner-Tucci, Monday, 6th February 2023 -  What do for-purpose organisations want to see in Albo’s first full budget in May? The Albanese government’s first federal budget last October may have delivered a mixed bag for the…

Urgent action needed on rents, as pressure grows on sector

Danielle Kutchel, Tuesday, 29th November 2022 -  The latest Rental Affordability Index has clear implications for policymakers with calls growing to increase financial support for those struggling. Australia’s rental market…

Housing spending blitz in budget

Danielle Kutchel, Wednesday, 26th October 2022 -  The treasurer has splashed the cash on the housing crisis, but sector heads say renters have been forgotten. Jim Chalmers’ first budget marks the start of a spending bonanza on housing.…

Housing forum showcases fixes for a broken ecosystem

Danielle Kutchel, Monday, 9th May 2022 -  Housing is proving to be a hot button issue of the election, as advocates and charities come together to voice their concern about the housing crisis faced by thousands of Australians…

“It’s completely out of whack”: Australia’s rental system reaches new heights of unaffordable

Maggie Coggan, Wednesday, 24th November 2021 -  Low income Aussies are being completely priced out of the rental market, new research reveals  Rental stress is once again on the rise, with new analysis finding that housing affordability…

Australia’s rental affordability crisis remains despite COVID welfare boost

Luke Michael, Wednesday, 2nd December 2020 -  The latest Rental Affordability Index reveals the temporary welfare increase has brought little relief for low-income households      While the JobSeeker coronavirus supplement…

‘It’s a game changer’: Community sector celebrates historic housing pledge

Luke Michael, Monday, 16th November 2020 -  Community leaders say the sector’s advocacy efforts were vital to securing the multi-billion dollar announcement    The Victorian government will deliver more than 12,000 new …

Federal government urged to boost social housing investment

Luke Michael, Monday, 31st August 2020 -  Advocates say investing in this area would help rebuild Australia as it recovers from the economic impacts of the pandemic  National housing and homelessness peak bodies have issued…

Why a post-COVID housing investment ‘makes perfect sense’ for governments

Luke Michael, Wednesday, 13th May 2020 -  Labor wants to ensure affordable housing is available for the nation’s frontline workers Housing advocates have backed calls from the ALP to create a National Housing Stimulus…

Renting on Newstart? Think again

Maggie Coggan, Wednesday, 27th November 2019 -  The latest Rental Affordability Index finds renting is particularly dire for Newstart recipients and pensioners  Newstart recipients cannot afford to rent in any Australian capital…

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