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Barak Beacon public housing estate in Port Melbourne
Estate residents continue to campaign on Homes Victoria’s plan to relocate them, demolish and redevelop the estate and the lack of clear advice on their future housing security.
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Victorian Government’s affordable housing levy
The Victorian Government has introduced legislation to parliament for a new Social and Affordable Housing Contribution (SAHC) provision.
Read MorePublic housing tenants come together to improve their housing
I welcome the state government’s program to have structured consultation with public housing residents in Flemington and North Melbourne. This should occur on all public housing high rise estates.
Read MoreCity of Melbourne moves on affordable housing provision
An Affordable Housing Strategy 2030 was adopted at the end of last year and out of this, the City of Melbourne (CoM) has decided to directly engage in affordable housing provision.
Read MoreCOVID outbreaks
The government’s response has not been police-led as with last year’s lockdowns – a welcome change! They are meeting with communities in online sessions and there is organised support with food and other resident needs.
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Barak Beacon public housing estate in Port Melbourne
City of Melbourne moves on affordable housing provision
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