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Victoria’s public housing waiting times have blown out to an average of almost 20 months for people who have been assessed as a high priority. New figures released today in the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing annual report show average wait times in 2023/24 increased to 19.8 months for people with priority access. … Continued
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The Allan Labor Government is extending train services across the Ballarat, Albury and Bendigo lines – delivering more public transport connections for regional passengers. Minister for Public and Active Transport Gabrielle Williams today announced that a new V/Line timetable will deliver a range of new travel options for regional passengers on some of Victoria’s busiest … Continued
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A new breakdown of more than 1000 new homes slated to be built in regional Victoria reveals almost 90 per cent will be social housing. Council to Homeless Persons welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement on Tuesday, with the Regional Housing Fund’s first 1025 homes set to include 700 public, 211 community and 114 affordable … Continued
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In a rare show of major cross-party solidarity, Over 90 candidates in Melbourne’s council elections have pledged their support for the “Better Buses” campaign, demonstrating that better buses are a key issue for voters. In a survey sent out by the Sustainable Cities collective, who have been campaigning for better buses in the west for … Continued
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The Allan Labor Government is creating more opportunity for Victorians right across the state, delivering more social homes for families in Gippsland. Minister for Housing Harriet Shing today visited a social housing development in Moe featuring seven brand new, secure and energy efficient townhouses that will be home to families at risk of or experiencing … Continued
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The Allan Labor Government is ensuring older Victorians receive the high-quality care they deserve, closer to home – with work beginning on a new $45.3 million residential aged care facility in Orbost. Minister for Mental Health Ingrid Stitt today announced the start of works and revealed the designs of the new 38-bed facility that will … Continued
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Victoria’s peak body for community housing is urging residents voting in this month’s council elections to back candidates who support building more affordable housing in their communities. Community Housing Industry Association Victoria encourages residents to vote for candidates who: Champion social housing and are willing to confront community opposition to new social and affordable housing initiatives … Continued
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Victoria’s peak homelessness body has endorsed the State Government leasing more properties to provide additional social housing in the areas of greatest need. Homes Victoria, which oversees public housing, has been leasing properties directly from builders, according to a report in the Herald-Sun. Council to Homeless Persons (CHP) has welcomed the move, which … Continued
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Melbourne – 6.00 am: Frustrated fruit and vegetable wholesalers from the Epping Market held a protest today outside the Melbourne Market Authority, voicing their anger over a massive rent increase announced last week. The Government-owned Authority – which operates Victoria’s largest fruit and vegetable trading centre – plans to hit wholesalers with an … Continued
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Friday, 11 October 2024 The Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association of Australia (GAMAA) today welcomed a major milestone in the development of renewable hydrogen supply as construction started on the $65.46 million Hydrogen Park Murray Valley near Wodonga. The project, led by the Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) with Longi Hydrogen, Energy Australia, Powernet, Valmec, GPA … Continued
