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Media Release: Shocking Scale of WA’s Short-term Rental Boom Exposed

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There are almost three unhosted Airbnbs for every long-term rental available to rent in Western Australia, with the ratio in regional areas blowing out to 15 to 1, new research has found.

Planning reforms to help deliver more community housing

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It’s imperative that housing delivered under these reforms is affordable, diverse, and high-quality, no matter the size or location.

Registration scheme for short-term rental accommodation

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A thriving tourist sector requires a well-functioning housing system that can accommodate local workers and communities.

Short-Stay Accommodation

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Shelter WA is pleased to see that the State Government has responded positively to the recommendations of the inquiry into short-stay accommodation.

Short-Stay Accommodation Inquiry

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Shelter WA appeared at the Legislative Assembly’s Economics and Industry Standing Committee’s Inquiry into Short-Stay Accommodation to outline its submission to Members of the Committee conducting an inquiry.

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