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NSW Parliament House

NSW tenancy law reform: the end of 'no-grounds', and what comes next

Homeless shelter housing and home

Winding back housing tax breaks to fund social housing

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The Contested Politics of Housing Reform

Eagle eye view of a housing

A new bill is proposing a human right to housing. How would this work?

New housing and homelessness agreement hints at ambitions for major data upgrade

The housing crisis hit Queensland hard. Jolted into action, the state has raised its game

Build to Rent tax re-set proposals raise wider questions

View of a home from the street

First home ownership assistance schemes: how does Australia compare with other countries?

Lush green walking path up a bulding

What is biophilic design? 3 ways ‘green’ buildings work better for neurodivergent people

Indoor stairs close up shot

Strategic approach to Australia’s housing problems long overdue

Brick courtyard with plants

Housing battle lines for Election 2025 begin to emerge

The Albanese Government and housing: a mid-term report card

Brick building with tall glass windows

Rising house prices are no cause for celebration

Close up shot of steps in the sun

Weighing the significance of Labor’s social housing investment fund

Sydney city

How does the HAFF add up? Unpacking Labor’s $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund

Aboriginal culture graphic

Embedding Indigenous advice in government policy key to real change