News: social housing
Latest housing insights released at international conference in Adelaide
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Whether its Mumbai or Moorabbin, the place of home in the wellbeing and survival of communities is central. Issues surrounding homelessness, housing affordability, social and sustainable housing are a global occupation for researchers.
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Vice-Chancellor helps raise awareness of homeless plight in Adelaide
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Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Peter Høj AC will join other South Australian community and business leaders at the Vinnies CEO Sleepout, to raise funds for and awareness of homelessness in the community.
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Well may we dwell: Research Tuesdays
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Australia’s housing has proven to be an invaluable public health asset during the pandemic. It has enabled many of us to isolate, work and school our children in relative comfort, free from the risk of viral exposure.
Australian renters suffering due to energy hardship
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A new report from the University of Adelaide has found the rental housing sector must set minimum standards for energy performance to protect the health and wellbeing of vulnerable Australians.
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Pathways highlight social housing’s importance
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Up to 10 per cent of Australians have called social housing home at some point and it often acts as a launchpad for a more stable life.
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