More older women in Southwest Sydney will have a safe, secure place to live as the NSW and Commonwealth governments partner together to build more social homes for seniors.
Women aged 55 and over are the fastest-growing group at risk of homelessness, creating urgent need for more social homes for seniors across New South Wales.
Two renewal projects in Rosemeadow and Airds-Bradbury are delivering more than 100 new social homes for seniors, most of which will be allocated to women, including:
- 45 in Rosemeadow
- 31 in Bradbury
- Another 31 in Airds on track for completion by end of year.
In Rosemeadow, the NSW and Federal Governments have delivered 45 beautiful, modern homes for people aged 55 and over with lift access and tailored design to support independent living.
The Rosemeadow Estate Redevelopment has transformed a 1970s public housing estate into 230 new homes within a vibrant, mixed-tenure community, with potential for more homes now being investigated.
The Airds-Bradbury Renewal Project, delivered by the NSW Government, is one of the state's largest public housing redevelopments, building more than 2,100 modern homes in the Campbelltown area.
The project is transforming a 200-hectare site into a thriving, mixed community with at least 30 per cent social housing, including these new homes for older residents.
So far, 165 new social homes and 843 private lots have been completed, alongside new community spaces, parks and playing fields. With several stages still to come, including another 31 seniors' homes by the end of 2025, the renewal is expected to be complete by 2030.
These developments are an example of what is possible under the Minns Labor Government's record-breaking $6.6 billion Building Homes for NSW program, which is delivering:
- 8,400 new public homes
- 21,000 affordable and market homes
- Upgrades to 30,000 existing social housing properties.
NSW Minister for Housing and Homelessness Rose Jackson said:
"Older women are becoming the leading demographic of people most at risk of homelessness, whether it's because of relationship breakdowns, the superannuation gap, or any number of other life challenges.
"Most of them are experiencing first-time homelessness at age 60, 70 or even older - it comes as a big shock and many women don't know where to turn.
"That's why this type of housing is so important. Everyone deserves to age with dignity, safety and independence, and these new homes are making that possible for more people in Southwest Sydney."
Federal Member for Macarthur Dr Mike Freelander said:
"These new homes for seniors are a fantastic example of what can be achieved when the Commonwealth and NSW Governments work together to deliver real outcomes for our community.
"The renewal projects in Rosemeadow and Airds-Bradbury are transforming our suburbs for the better, giving seniors the opportunity to stay close to family, friends and local services.
"This is exactly the kind of investment that builds a fairer, stronger future for Macarthur."
State Member for Campbelltown Greg Warren said:
"Many of the new homes are going to women aged over 55, the fastest-growing group at risk of homelessness, and that's exactly who we need to be supporting with secure, long-term housing.
"These are high-quality, modern homes close to shops and services, giving seniors in Southwest Sydney the security and comfort they deserve."
