East Perth homeless project opens amid rent crisis
WA's first Common Ground housing project opens in East Perth as Perth is named Australia's most unaffordable rental city. Learn about the government's response.
WA's first Common Ground housing project opens in East Perth as Perth is named Australia's most unaffordable rental city. Learn about the government's response.
A transformative $70 million community housing project is now complete in East Perth, offering 112 apartments with 24/7 support for vulnerable West Australians.
ACT public housing residents endure years of repair delays and deteriorating homes despite government contracts worth millions. Read their stories of struggle.
The Illawarra region has no affordable rental postcodes left, with essential workers and pensioners facing severe housing stress. Discover the full impact of the rental crisis.
Perth's land sales hit a record 3,683 lots in one quarter, a 51.5% jump. With supply critically low and prices soaring 50% in two years, the city's housing challenge is urgent. Discover the drivers and solutions.
Kath Snell reveals how Perth's shocking rental crisis is killing community spirit and forcing residents out. Discover the human impact and urgent solutions needed now.
Perth faces Australia's worst rental crisis with 0.7% vacancy rates. New push aims to convert empty buildings into housing amid soaring demand.
Western Australia's severe rental crisis leaves 40,000 households in housing stress. Urgent government action needed to address this blight on our wealthy state.
WA's State Government launches 10 state-led precincts to streamline housing approvals and create vibrant communities around Metronet stations. Discover the plan for a more connected Perth.
Australia faces 48,000-home annual deficit as modular housing offers faster, cheaper solution. Learn how policy changes and bank support could bridge the gap.
Townsville's property market demonstrated robust activity with multiple successful auctions and private sales. Discover which suburbs performed best in our comprehensive market analysis.
A Girrawheen house received 45 offers as first-home buyers flock to the market. Discover how the 5% deposit scheme and low listings create intense competition across Perth.
Westpac chief Anthony Miller argues Australia's house price surge reflects economic strength. With further growth predicted, he warns against negative perceptions. Read his full analysis.
Conservationists urge Port Stephens Council to abandon a plan to build housing on Mambo Wetlands buffer zone, threatening koalas and fragile ecosystems. Decision due November 25.
Major planning changes are set to transform the Illawarra region with 11,000 new homes and taller buildings proposed across Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama. Discover how these developments will reshape our communities.
Australians speak out on housing affordability, environmental protection, and community issues in latest letters to the editor. Read their powerful perspectives now.
Northern Star struggles to fill $120k mining roles in Kalgoorlie as housing shortage creates worker crisis. Gold boom meets accommodation bust in WA's historic goldfields.
Townsville residents fight 49-lot housing development fearing increased flooding. Council meeting scheduled for decision. Read the latest updates.
The ACT government is implementing artificial intelligence to streamline development assessments and meet housing targets. Chief Minister Andrew Barr reveals plans for faster approvals.
WA Planning Commission now controls development around 10 train stations, sidelining local councils' years of planning work. Cottesloe, Mosman Park affected.
Environmental groups warn Port Stephens koalas face local extinction due to habitat fragmentation from housing developments. Urgent action needed to balance conservation with housing needs.
A new digital platform, PRADS, is proposed to link developer tax concessions with affordable rentals for Canberra's essential workers, ensuring long-term housing compliance and supply.
Western Australia's priority social housing waitlist surges to 3,847 applications as advocates demand immediate action from the Cook government to address the growing crisis.
Rockingham Mayor Lorna Buchan unveils a plan for 16,000 new dwellings, including 24-storey towers, to support AUKUS-driven population growth. Urgent government approval and road funding are needed to prevent major gridlock.
Perth's property market faces unprecedented pressure with listings at record lows and intense buyer competition. Discover what's driving the crisis and when relief might come.
Perth's chronically undersupplied student accommodation market receives major boost with completion of 358-bed UniLodge facility in CBD, offering relief for international and domestic students.
Defence Housing Australia plans to nearly double its Rockingham portfolio, adding 200 homes annually over five years to support Navy personnel and local economy.
A Kirwan family was forced to vacate their hazardous rental property with just 24 hours notice after builders deemed it unsafe. Read their shocking story.
Lake Macquarie councillor advocates for high-density housing to combat a 34% affordability plunge. New 20-year vision targets strategic centres for growth. Read the full analysis.
Beat Perth's housing shortage. Discover how a Summit Homes granny flat can generate up to $720/week rental income and be built in just six months using steel-frame construction.