Joanne Johnston and her 4-year old son spent Christmas in her car, where she has lived for the past two years Source: SBS News
Since the coronavirus pandemic began, more Australians left major cities in favour of the regions - enticed by the prospect of lower prices and the possibility of remote work. Now, the demand for rental properties is pricing local residents out of the market. In Coffs Harbour - on the mid-north coast of New South Wales - some people are living in cars, tents, sheds and caravans, unable to secure affordable housing.
Since the coronavirus pandemic began, more Australians left major cities in favour of the regions - enticed by the prospect of lower prices and the possibility of remote work. Now, the demand for rental properties is pricing local residents out of the market. In Coffs Harbour - on the mid-north coast of New South Wales - some people are living in cars, tents, sheds and caravans, unable to secure affordable housing.
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