The conference began with an inspiring conversation between Indigenous housing leaders, Jody Broun, Shane Hamilton and Neil Willmett. Newly appointed Director-General of Housing in Commonwealth Treasury, Ben Rimmer, then shared his vision to address Australia’s significant challenges.  

New AHURI research has investigated how seasonal and vulnerable migrant workers, who are vital to regional economies, can access better housing in regional Australia to ensure a healthy, safe and productive workforce.

Regional Australian industries have a high demand for both skilled and unskilled migrants.

Receiving CRA helps families with their immediate day to day struggles with unaffordable rents. But new AHURI research reveals that for families, CRA can have benefits for children long into the future. The more CRA a family receives, the greater the likelihood of their children studying at university.