Tag Archive for: Australian Council of Social Services (ACOSS)

National Affordable Housing Alliance

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National Affordable Housing Alliance members are advocating for the implementation of four initial core policies.

COVID-19 rental housing and homelessness impacts in Australia

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New research by the ACOSS/UNSW Poverty and Inequality Partnership shows renters on low and modest incomes are in the grip of a housing pincer, especially in regional Australia, as surging rents and the Commonwealth’s neglect of social and affordable housing creates acute stress.

Lift energy standards for new homes in 2022

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It is time for Australian governments to catch up and do what’s best in the long-term interest of people by lifting the energy standards of new homes in the NationalConstruction Code.

Strong economic benefits from energy efficiency retrofits for low-income homes

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The Deloitte report provides further evidence of the economic benefits of energy efficiency retrofit programs.

National Affordable Housing Alliance

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The Alliance recognises the growing calls for a social housing stimulus, reflecting the importance of this issue for the whole community.

New Summit Group

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National Shelter has submitted their budget submission to the Federal Treasurer calling for investment in new social housing via SHARP, an Affordable Rental Incentive.

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