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 discrimination effects in private rental housing
This project investigates types and impacts of prejudicial discrimination in the private rental housing sector.
Understanding how policy settings affect developers’ decisions
The vast majority of housing in Australia is delivered by the private sector, and the viability of development schemes is critical to housing supply. However, little is known about how developers assess such viability.
Urban Indigenous homelessness: much more than housing
This project reviews policy, practice and service delivery in relation to Indigenous homelessness in urban settings.
What works to sustain Indigenous Tenancies in Australia
This research will provide understanding of ‘what works’ to secure successful housing outcomes for Indigenous Australians.