Take Action on Australia's Housing Crisis

Australia is facing an unprecedented housing crisis, with skyrocketing house prices, rising rents, and a shortage of social housing impacting countless Australians. Over the last five years, house prices have surged by 39.1%, while wages have not kept pace, making it more difficult for many Australians to afford home ownership. Rents have also increased by 36.1% nationally since the onset of COVID-19, with cities like Sydney, Perth, and Canberra becoming some of the most expensive places to rent. The lack of public housing is another critical issue, with social housing stock now making up just 4% of the total housing market, a figure significantly lower than in many other countries. Local governments and councils are making decisions that directly affect vulnerable communities, and while policies are being proposed, experts warn that these may not be enough to resolve the ongoing crisis. The following petitions are calling for change across Australia in different ways, from protecting public housing to exploring alternative housing solutions. Whether it’s fighting the demolition of public housing towers, advocating for better social housing options, demanding immediate access to superannuation for home deposits, or supporting tiny homes as an affordable housing solution, every signature counts. Check out the petitions below and add your voice to demand action from lawmakers to address the housing crisis that is impacting millions.