In a wealthy country like Australia, no citizens should be forced into homelessness. A reasonable standard of housing should be achievable for all. A small number will need to be assisted with accommodation by governments or community organisations. Many will prefer rental accommodation for its...

We appreciate the opportunity to raise issues on housing affordability in Australia and note that your terms of reference raise the following specific issues: • the taxes and levies imposed by state and territory governments; • the rate of release of new land by state...