The Albanese Government’s Social Housing Accelerator will build more than 110 homes for Tasmanians who need them.
As part of the $2 billion Social Housing Accelerator, the Tasmanian Government has received $50 million from the Commonwealth to deliver these additional homes.
All the Commonwealth funding for these homes must be committed by Tasmania by 30 June 2025.
This is another example of the Albanese Government working with the Tasmanian Government to build more homes.
This includes a minimum of 1,200 homes for Tasmania through Housing Australia.
A joint partnership is also delivering up to 181 social and affordable homes in North West Tasmania with residents already moving into new homes.
Today’s announcement builds on the Albanese Government’s new $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund and agreement by National Cabinet to deliver the most significant housing reforms in a generation.
This agreement includes a new national target to build 1.2 million new well‑located homes under the National Housing Accord, the National Planning Reform Blueprint, and A Better Deal for Renters.
At National Cabinet, the Albanese Government also committed a further $3 billion to the New Homes Bonus to incentivise states and territories to undertake the reforms necessary to reach the 1.2 million well‑located homes target.
A new Housing Support Program will also provide another $500 million to help local and state and territory governments deliver new housing supply in well‑located areas.
Quotes attributable to Federal Housing Minister Julie Collins:
“We recognise Australia is facing housing challenges, which is why we’re taking immediate action with our $2 billion Social Housing Accelerator – including $50 million for Tasmania.
“This new funding, and the homes we are announcing today, will mean more Tasmanians have a safe and affordable place to call home.
“The Social Housing Accelerator is just one part of our ambitious housing reform agenda.
“This agenda is already making a real difference – here in Tasmania and right across the country.”
Quotes attributable to Tasmanian Minister for Housing and Construction Nic Street MP:
“Tasmania has not been immune to the housing pressures that are being felt across the country – and any action to help alleviate the strain being felt by everyday Tasmanians is commendable.
“I look forward to further engaging with the Federal Government to ensure that this funding is spent where and how it is needed to put roofs over the heads of Tasmanians.
“I welcome the minimum 1,200 homes allocated for Tasmania through Housing Australia and thank the Federal Government on their efforts to work constructively with the Rockliff Liberal Government as we work to provide quality housing for all Tasmanians.”
