GENERAL NEWS
THE Victorian government is kicking off conversations with communities to develop a first-ever whole-of-state plan that will set out how to build thousands of new homes.
Victoria’s population is tipped to grow to 10.3 million by 2051, while, like much of the nation, the state is currently enduring a housing crisis that has seen rents hover around historic lows...
The government said 2.24 million homes will need to be built by 2051, including a target of 425,600 across regional and rural Victoria. It will also need to fulfil its obligations as...
“Building on our landmark Housing Statement – a new plan for Victoria will set out what our towns, cities and regions look like as we get on with building 800,000 new homes...
“The status quo is not an option – by acting now, we can work together as a state to ensure we maintain and build on what we love for future generations.”...
The plan will establish targets for local government areas for where and how many homes need to be built. The Victorian government’s housing statement during winter...
The government said of its new plan, “It will focus on initiatives across five pillars that will enable a strong economy, more equitable access to services and jobs...
Webinars and roundtables with industry and local government will begin this year before broader community engagement begins across the state in early 2024...
The government has launched a campaign to recruit 90 new planners to clear the backlog of approvals “and we’ve seen industry coming forward in record numbers ready to build...
The announcement comes shortly after NSW government announced it will unleash a major rezoning around Sydney transport hubs and more than...