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 faces a deepening housing emergency with record homelessness. Mayor Basil Zempilas calls for urgent action and community responsibility to address this crisis.
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.
Australian developer Peet plans to partner with investors for larger projects as housing demand soars. Shares surge 43% amid strategic review outcomes.
A new eight-storey apartment building has been approved for West Leederville, adding 36 residential units to the growing suburb. Discover the development details and community impact.
Conservationists pledge to continue fighting development around Salamander Bay's Mambo Wetlands despite council approving housing plan. Read the latest on this environmental battle.
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.
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 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.
A developer seeks bonus height for a Mosman Park complex, promising large family apartments to meet unmet demand. Decision expected November 27.
Sydney developer Third.i considers legal action after Hunter planning panel rejects 900-lot Anambah estate, citing housing crisis concerns. Read the full story.
Canberra public housing tenants endure dangerous mould and repair delays as maintenance contractor Programmed faces scrutiny. Housing advocates demand accountability amid growing waitlists.
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
New data reveals Perth homebuyers need 11 years to save a median house deposit amid WA's housing crisis. Discover the shocking figures and what it means for the property market.
New report reveals Perth consumes 32% of average rental income as housing stress spreads across Australia. Discover the solutions being proposed to tackle the crisis.
A $70 million, 17-storey community housing project is now complete in East Perth, providing 112 apartments and 24/7 support for vulnerable West Australians.
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.
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.
Artificial intelligence cameras now monitor Kiama's dangerous rock platforms after 11 fishing deaths in 15 years. The technology alerts emergency services when someone is swept into the water.
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.
Controversial $50 million Strand apartment development in Townsville seeks approval to increase height to 10 storeys, facing community opposition over scale and character concerns.
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.
Kiama Council CEO Jane Stroud addresses concerns about proposed waste collection changes, confirming no immediate changes to bin services. Full community consultation planned.
Townsville residents fight 49-lot housing development fearing increased flooding. Council meeting scheduled for decision. Read the latest updates.