Remote Housing News Today

The Lawler Labor Government is making headway on more homes in the bush, with eleven new and upgraded homes delivered in Central Australia and

The Labor Party wants to limit the political influence of large donors, and Adam Bandts huge expense report (including private jets).

Djambawa’s message in English, one of his nine languages, is the essential link between Yolngu law and culture and the Australian parliament

The territory’s government has unveiled its latest budget, confirming further support in land developments and a record investment in remote housing. Included in this measure will be investments in

The Northern Territory government has outlined a “record commitment” for remote housing across the Top End.

5 February 2022 The Territory Labor Government has awarded a $15 million tender to Northern Territory company GT Builders to construct homes in the

Federal Member for Capricornia Michelle Landry is calling on the state Labor members for Rockhampton and Keppel to step up and help Central Queensland’s “housing crisis”. In a letter addressed to The Morning Bulletin, Ms Landry claimed Member for Rockhampton Barry O’Rourke and Member for Keppel Brittany Lauga had a “if I look away it will go away” attitude to local issues, including Central Queensland’s “housing affordability crisis”. OPINION BY MICHELLE LANDRY “The local st...

NT Government The Territory Labor Government’s groundbreaking remote housing program has reached a new milestone with the awarding of a $51.5 million contract to build 87 homes in Galiwin’ku. Local Aboriginal Business Enterprise, Bukmak Constructions will carry out the works over five-years, providing apprenticeship and other training opportunities for residents of the remote island community. The contract also includes extending dozens of existing homes under the innovative Room to Breathe...

Department of Territory Families, Housing and Communities Congratulations to Ricky Coulthard, the first 2021 winner for Territory Families, Housing and Communities’ Pride in Your Place (PIYP) awards. PIYP is a monthly award to recognise public housing tenants who take pride in their home and yard. Mr Coulthard’s home was deemed a winner due to his lush green front lawn, an honourable achievement this time of year in Alice Springs. Remote and urban tenants are eligible to win a monthly prize...

· Murray River North. Having committed to a 42 per cent Aboriginal employment target, contractors will design, construct and install the housing while residents have had input into the types of housing in their communities through the Local Decision Making process. The houses, which are modular designs, provide an alternative to on-site construction and offer flexibility in delivery and ongoing transportability. More than 130 homes funded by a previous $68 million investment in this mo...