Greens introduce Bill to ensure developers build fair share of public and affordable homes
August 29th, 2023. The Victorian Greens will today introduce a bill to the Upper House that would amend the state’s planning laws to mandate a minimum of 30 per cent of new developments to be public and affordable housing. This follows the launch of the party’s Housing Statement earlier this week, which included an 11-point list of […]
Pressure works on Victorian Government but tumbleweeds for renters: Greens
September 19th, 2023. Today the Albanese and Andrews governments announced an urgently needed redevelopment of public housing blocks will go ahead thanks to the $3 billion secured by the Greens throughout negotiations on the Housing Australia Future Fund. The Premier confirmed that the redevelopment was only possible because of the extra $3 billion. Without the […]
No support for short-stay tax without proper regulation and rent freeze: Greens
September 15th, 2023. The Victorian Greens are demanding the Andrew’s Government impose a 90-day a year cap on short stay listings after media reports emerged that state cabinet will on Monday consider a proposal to impose a new levy on accommodation offered by companies such as Airbnb. Over the past year the Greens have been […]
