Affordable housing bill delayed again as Greens demand further reforms

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Greens leader Adam Bandt and housing spokesman Max Chandler-Mather say they want more for renters before they’ll support the Government’s housing bill. Source: AAP / LUKAS COCH

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The Greens and the Coalition have delayed the federal government's centrepiece housing bill until October. The Prime Minister is now seeking advice on whether the delay could trigger an early election.

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