Research in progress
Explore our current research projects underway, examining a range of contemporary housing and urban policy questions. Current research priorities are determined in consultation with state/territory and federal government officials, industry and non-government experts.
Understanding the administration of Australian housing policy
The administration of Australian housing policy is complex, multi-layered and inconsistent across states and territories. It is further complicated by the vertical fiscal imbalance and split responsibilities across the federation, and differing levels of involvement by the not-for-profit and private sectors. This results in varying levels of efficacy and efficiency, with uneven consequences for the outcomes experienced by individuals, households and communities.
Workplace trauma on the housing and homelessness frontline
People experiencing homelessness and accessing social housing are some of the most disadvantaged members of the community, with significant experiences of trauma. This high incidence of trauma can have significant detrimental impacts on the health and wellbeing of frontline staff in these sectors.