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.
Shelter WA has commended the Cook Government for delivering welcome boosts to social housing and homelessness services, but says the scale of the crisis required a much bolder commitment for homelessness and emergency relief.
The Make Renting Fair alliance welcomes today’s announcement of rental reforms, describing it as a significant step forward for tenants.
Failure to recognise the distinct regional housing markets in Australia and respond accordingly will see the current pressures continue to escalate.
It considered literature and policy from Australia and a small number of international comparator policies; conducted online surveys of landlords and of economists; and consulted key stake holders.
A book by Australia’s leading housing academics provides a big picture overview of the nation’s housing system and a guide to fixing it.