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July 1, 2026Urban Policy and ResearchOpen Access

What Role Can Social Housing Play in Tackling Australia’s Housing Crisis?

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MSMark Stephens

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This public lecture examines how social housing can improve housing outcomes in Australia, highlighting necessary governance changes.

Key Points

  • This research investigates the potential of social housing to alleviate Australia's housing crisis.
  • Conducted interviews with 12 social housing providers across three states
  • Consulted with two national experts in housing policy
  • Analyzed current governance structures and housing models
  • Identified an acute crisis in social housing availability and management
  • Recommended extending Commonwealth Rent Assistance to public tenants
  • Advocated for routine inclusionary zoning and a review of governance responsibilities

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Mark Stephens (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a44aeba5cd2549c8bc43e85https://doi.org/10.1080/08111146.2026.2685922
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