The Victorian government is introducing a raft of reforms to better protect tenants’ rights.
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WA’s population growth presents challenges for councils, says peak
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the state reached the three-million mark last week.
NSW appoints new construction chief
James Sherrard announced as state’s new building commissioner.
Councils dragging housing approvals, says business peak
Local government criticised for sitting on housing decisions.
Historic rental reforms before NSW parliament
The changes mean landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants for no reason.
Victorian councils sidelined from housing plans
The state government is rushing ahead with planning reforms without adequate consultation, says the Municipal Association of Victoria.
NSW councils encouraged to bid for housing dollars
Regional councils are invited to apply for funding for projects that address the state’s housing crisis.
Fund councils to tackle housing crisis, says new ALGA president
Speaking to GN, Matt Burnett said, with funding, councils could help Commonwealth achieve its aims.
WA councils can approve longer caravan stays to solve housing shortages
WA councils will be able to approve applications to live in caravans for up to two years.
Qld councils release hit list of housing roadblocks
Queensland councils have identified the biggest bottlenecks preventing the development of almost 600,000 sites zoned for new homes.