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Soaring government spending on housing yet to ease rental crisis

Houses for lease advertised in the window of a real estate agent  (AAP).
Houses for lease advertised in the window of a real estate agent (AAP). Credit: /AAPIMAGE

A new report by Anglicare Australia shows rental affordability for people on low incomes is the worst it's ever been, despite soaring government spending on housing.


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By Ruth McHugh-Dillon

Presented by Sri Dean, Ricky Kusumo

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A new report by Anglicare Australia shows rental affordability for people on low incomes is the worst it's ever been, despite soaring government spending on housing.


Advocates across the housing sector say governments need to take a hands-on approach and start funding long-term solutions - as well as looking for the “quick wins”.

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