Social housing
Report
Australia’s multi‑provider social housing system: contest or growth?
This research examined Australia’s multi-provider social housing system and analysed changes over time to social housing delivery. It finds Australia lacks long-term, sustainable social housing growth models and the report offers policymakers options to reverse the decline.
Report
Supply of homes in regional Victoria
A report from an inquiry into the supply of homes in regional Victoria examining the mix of housing forms required by regional communities to cater to the needs of Victorians throughout their lives. It found that housing supply and housing demand are poorly aligned with serious consequences. The report presents 12 findings and 34 recommendations.
Strategy
Homes for NSW strategy 2025–2035
A 10-year plan to transform the social housing and homelessness system in New South Wales (NSW). It focuses on priority areas of reform to deliver better outcomes for social housing tenants, social housing applicants and people experiencing homelessness. The strategy sets out the vision, ambition, priorities and targets for the plan.
Report
Housing insecurity index 2025
The index presents the key indicators of housing insecurity in Victoria alongside social housing availability. It shows Victoria’s housing crisis has worsened across almost every key measure. The data shows surging rents, a ballooning social housing waitlist and thousands of people forced into homelessness because of family violence and housing stress. It provides three recommendations.
Report
Small-area analysis and projections of social housing change
This report explores concentrations and density of social housing relative to local amenities and services across Australia – providing an overview of the distribution, access and value of social housing stock. The research also developed an Amenity Index. The research demonstrates the need for more social housing with good access to local amenities.