SAFE AND SECURE HOMES FOR WOMEN IN NEED

The Labor Government is delivering more homes for women and their children at risk of homelessness.

Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas today announced the completion of 14 homes for women at risk of or experiencing homelessness, including single mums, older women, and women escaping family violence.

The new homes are providing safe places for women in Daylesford, Ballarat, Roxburgh Park, and Coburg.

The Allan Labor Government invested $5.5 million to build 14 modern, energy efficient and recently completed homes in partnership with Women’s Property Initiatives who invested $2 million.

The homes have modern, flexible layouts, communal outdoor spaces and front gardens to strengthen neighbourly connections and a sense of security.

They are also sustainable with all-electric designs and up to 8.1-star NatHERS ratings, as well as compliance with the Liveable Housing Design Standard.

Families will be a part of their local communities, with good access to public transport, schools, parks, medical services and shopping centres.

These projects are part of the Labor Government’s record investment to meet the need for social and affordable housing options across Victoria and get more people into safe and secure homes.

Through the $6.3 billion Big Housing Build and Regional Housing Fund, the Labor Government is delivering more than 13,300 social and affordable homes across Victoria – with more than 11,800 homes already complete or underway.

Quote attributable to Minister for Housing and Building, Harriet Shing:
“We’re building brand-new homes for single mums, older women and women at risk of homelessness right across the state.”

“These homes will mean long-term security for women, in the places they want to live, with access to support and advocacy so they can have stability and security.”

Quote attributable to Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas:
“This significant investment will make the world of difference for women in our community who need the stability and safety of a roof over their heads, to get ahead and thrive."

"Everyone deserves a safe and secure place to call home – these new homes will deliver exactly that.”

Quote attributable to Women’s Property Initiatives Chief Executive Officer, Roberta Buchanan:
“The key drivers for women’s homelessness are housing affordability, gender inequality and family violence. We are delighted to partner with the Victorian Government and our philanthropic partners to deliver more homes that create new beginnings for women and children.”