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Greens and Senate unite to kick $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund to the long grass

The Greens and Coalition have joined forces in a move that kicks Labor's $10 billion housing policy into the long grass, leaving the government's plans at a major road block.

Fierce debate flares as Greens stare down Labor push for vote on housing bill

Fierce debate flares as Greens stare down Labor push for vote on housing bill

Penny Wong withdrew comments personally targeting the Greens’ housing spokesperson, but accused the party of joining a ‘filibuster’

The Guardian - AU

Jim Chalmers attacks ‘coalition of weirdos’ as Labor pushes Senate to vote on housing fund next week

Jim Chalmers attacks ‘coalition of weirdos’ as Labor pushes Senate to vote on housing fund next week

Treasurer says budget will include ‘additional measures’ to help renters as Greens launch last-ditch bid to restart negotiations

The Guardian - AU

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Greens announce plans to introduce bill to federal parliament to freeze rents and interest rates before budget announcement

Their proposal would see the federal government work with states and territories to freeze rent increases nationwide.

Living with density: will Australia’s housing crisis finally change the way its cities work?

Experts agree medium – and high-density development in established suburbs is an essential part of making housing more affordable. But the opposition from existing home owners is fierce

The Guardian - AU

Michael Pascoe: Tweaks won’t fix housing crisis while half of Australia suffers

Nothing demonstrates the myopia of Australian political leadership better than the way the housing crisis apparently happened overnight.

'It's not time for political theater': Senate urged to support key housing bill

Australia's community housing organisations have emphasised the urgent need to pass the government's key housing legislation, which has failed to get the support of the Senate this week.

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Greens double down on blocking housing fund deal

Greens double down on blocking housing fund deal

The government's housing fund scheme is looking likely to be defeated, with the Greens holding firm against the proposal.

Vulnerable Australians may miss out on housing fund

Vulnerable Australians may miss out on housing fund

Vulnerable Australians might miss out on affordable housing as Labor's key policy hits a major roadblock, failing to clinch the support needed.

Deal on social and affordable housing fund stalls

Deal on social and affordable housing fund stalls

A rally attended by the CFMEU, Greens, and independent senators called for more ambitious commitments to social and affordable housing.

The Canberra Times

Labor’s $10bn social housing bill in limbo as negotiations with Greens deadlocked

Labor’s $10bn social housing bill in limbo as negotiations with Greens deadlocked

Greens drew support at a rally outside Parliament House, also attended by independent senator David Pocock

The Guardian - AU

Renters urge Greens to push for bigger housing fund

Renters urge Greens to push for bigger housing fund

Renters say they will be disappointed if the Greens compromise on Labor's housing fund, pointing to the deal on the government's climate bill.

Housing Future Fund for 30,000 homes yet to win enough support as Greens hold out over concerns it may fail to work

Housing Future Fund for 30,000 homes yet to win enough support as Greens hold out over concerns it may fail to work

The federal government's election commitment to fund 30,000 social and affordable homes over the next five years is yet to win enough support to pass, despite being due to be voted on in the Senate this week.

What is Labor’s $10bn social housing fund and will it be torn down by parliament?

What is Labor’s $10bn social housing fund and will it be torn down by parliament?

The government wants to pass the bill as a priority but it needs the support of the Greens, who warn it is a ‘gamble’ and want direct investment in affordable housing

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Crossbench senators pushing government to expand social housing fund to help more in need

The government is yet to secure enough support for its proposed multi-billion-dollar housing fund, with the crossbench arguing the plan does not go far enough to help Australians struggling to keep a roof over their head.

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