WA Government's $1bn Stamp Duty Benefit from Housing Crisis
The WA government is collecting a $1 billion stamp duty windfall as a housing mobility crisis locks people in place. Discover the impact on homeowners and the call for tax reform.
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Govt urged to commit to Broadmeadow social housing
Community groups demand NSW government honour its 30% social housing pledge for Broadmeadow redevelopment, as locals share stories of homelessness and hardship.
Zempilus critiques WA government's housing record
Basil Zempilus examines the Cook Government's housing performance, questioning its achievements amid Perth's affordability crisis. Read the full analysis.
Crown Street apartment tower sits empty for years
The Crownview apartment complex in Wollongong remains vacant due to serious defects, despite a severe housing crisis. Buyers await resolution a decade on. Read the full investigation.
Asbestos confirmed in ACT coloured sand, schools affected
Detailed testing has confirmed asbestos contamination in five colours of Kadink decorative sand, prompting school closures and a new ministerial declaration for safe removal. Learn the latest.
ACT bans community appeals against public housing projects
The ACT government has passed laws banning community appeals against public and community housing to accelerate construction. The four-year ban aims to deliver homes faster for vulnerable Canberrans.
NSW housing commitment ignored in Hunter's Broadmeadow plan
Hunter community demands NSW government apply its 30% social housing pledge to Broadmeadow Precinct, as families remain separated due to the crisis. Join the call for action.
WA extends $5000 rent relief grants for six months
The WA Government extends its rent relief program after Perth was declared Australia's most unaffordable city. Grants of $5000 will continue until June. Read more.
Lake Macquarie's housing plan for 38,000 new residents
Lake Macquarie City Council unveils strategic plans to manage a population surge of 38,000, introducing developer discounts and tiny home trials to tackle the housing crisis.
Townsville's housing crisis hits critical level
A new report reveals Townsville's rental vacancy rate has crashed to 0.7%, sparking fears for the city's future. Experts warn of severe social and economic consequences if action isn't taken. Read the full analysis.
Labor's five demands for ACT Speaker election
ACT Labor outlines five key commitments for speaker candidates, preferring Greens' Andrew Braddock over Liberals' Jeremy Hanson. Key vote scheduled for Tuesday.
Liberals' Bold Speaker Gamble in Final ACT Sitting
Canberra's Legislative Assembly faces a pivotal vote for Speaker as the Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson. Will this political gamble pay off in the final sitting week of 2025?
Perth housing crisis: Worker shortage stalls apartments
Perth faces a critical apartment shortage as construction costs soar. A severe skilled labour crisis is making new projects unviable, deepening the housing affordability crisis. Discover the solution.
ACT public housing tenants denied essential repairs
Canberra public housing residents face dangerous living conditions as maintenance contractors claim funding has run out. Legal service reports alarming increase in repair neglect.
AI used on Hunter housing projects sparks review
Thousands of Hunter homes fast-tracked by NSW Housing Delivery Authority face independent review after AI software used without approval. Key developments affected.
Backyard Granny Flats Solve Housing Challenges
Newcastle residents are turning to backyard granny flats as smart solutions to housing shortages. Discover how these secondary dwellings create affordable options.
Hunter rental crisis: 40+ applications to find home
Former property manager reveals shocking rental market reality in Hunter region. Learn about the application chaos and what's being done to fix Australia's housing crisis.
Nine Classrooms of Youth Sleep Rough Each Night in Australia
Shocking new data reveals youth homelessness affects nine classrooms of young Australians every night. Learn the devastating facts and what must be done to address this national crisis.
Decorated public servant appointed ACT Auditor-General
Ajay Sharma, a 20-year veteran of the ACT Audit Office, has been appointed as the territory's new Auditor-General for a seven-year term, commencing February 2025.
Perth's Housing Crisis: A Statewide Shame
Perth faces a deepening housing emergency with record homelessness. Mayor Basil Zempilas calls for urgent action and community responsibility to address this crisis.
Perth Housing Crisis: Only 17% of Homes Affordable
New PropTrack data reveals Perth's housing affordability crisis worsens as typical families can afford just 17% of homes. Discover the shocking figures and what's driving this crisis.
Peet chases funding partners for housing expansion
Australian developer Peet plans to partner with investors for larger projects as housing demand soars. Shares surge 43% amid strategic review outcomes.
Mambo Wetlands conservation fight continues
Conservationists pledge to continue fighting development around Salamander Bay's Mambo Wetlands despite council approving housing plan. Read the latest on this environmental battle.
Labor's housing fund delivers just 889 homes in two years
Opposition slams Labor's Housing Australia Future Fund after only 889 homes completed, falling well short of 40,000 target. Bragg proposes coercive state measures.
Property Giant Warns High-Rise Plan Can't Fix Perth Housing
Satterley Property Group warns the Cook government's high-density housing strategy fails to address Perth's core land supply issues. Learn why experts say this approach won't solve the crisis.
Newcastle fights for social housing funds after HAFF snub
Newcastle Council pushes for federal housing funds after missing out on $10B HAFF. Over 1800 locals wait up to a decade for public housing. Read the full story.
Canberra housing: 8+ years to save deposit
New research reveals Canberra home buyers need over 8 years to save a deposit, though housing affordability shows steady improvement. Discover the key factors driving this positive trend.
SA Child Homelessness Crisis: Suicide Leading Cause of Death
Shocking report reveals thousands of South Australian children are homeless, with girls disproportionately affected. Suicide has become the leading cause of death among this vulnerable group.
SA Only State Without Homelessness Peak Funding
South Australia becomes the sole state without government funding for its homelessness peak body, raising concerns about sector advocacy and support services during housing crisis.
Developer threatens court over 900-home estate rejection
Sydney developer Third.i considers legal action after Hunter planning panel rejects 900-lot Anambah estate, citing housing crisis concerns. Read the full story.
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