Having a roof over your head is a fundamental right, which is why the Rockliff Liberal Government is delivering the most ambitious social and affordable housing plan in Tasmanian history.
We welcome the National Housing and Homelessness Plan Issues Paper released today to mark the start of Homelessness Week.
The plan sets out a national vision to improve housing outcomes and help address homelessness in Australia and identify reforms needed across the different levels of government to achieve this.
Minister for Housing and Construction, Nic Street, said our Government is acutely aware of the homelessness and housing stress that is impacting some Tasmanians.
"That is why we have a plan, with the 20-year Tasmanian Housing Strategy set to be released later this year," he said.
"We are also preparing an Action Plan to accompany the Strategy, which will outline our next delivery targets as part of our plan for 10,000 homes by 2032."
The national plan highlights two Tasmanian case studies - Housing Connect, a single-entry point to access all housing and homelessness services, and the Private Rental Incentives scheme that encourage private property owners to make their homes available for affordable rent to low-income households with low or no support needs.
"These initiatives form part of our ambitious social and affordable housing plan, which is helping Tasmanians in need," Minister Street said.
"The Rockliff Liberal Government also commits $38 million a year in specialist homelessness services to support vulnerable Tasmanians.
"There is also a suite of programs available to support Tasmanians on low incomes, whether that be to achieve home ownership through the MyHome initiative or securing an affordable rental."
Any Tasmanian who is facing homelessness and needs housing assistance is encouraged to contact Housing Connect for help, 24/7 on 1800 800 588.
