Australian housing is in crisis – the country doesn’t have enough affordable homes for the growing number of people who need them.

This week, the Albanese government will begin its second attempt to pass its key housing policy.

The bill is being reintroduced to parliament unchanged, but will need the Greens’ support. All signs point to a political stalemate.

Today, contributing editor of The Politics and The Monthly online Rachel Withers, on an idea to fix the housing crisis that’s gaining traction and why it could break through the paralysis in Canberra.




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Guest: Contributing editor of The Politics, Rachel Withers.

Australian housing is in crisis – the country doesn’t have enough affordable homes for the growing number of people who need them.This week, the Albanese government will begin its second attempt to pass its key housing policy.The bill is being reintroduced to parliament unchanged, but will need the Greens’ support. All signs point to a political stalemate.Today, contributing editor of The Politics and The Monthly online Rachel Withers, on an idea to fix the housing crisis that’s gaining traction and why it could break through the paralysis in Canberra. Socials: Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.twitter.com/7ampodcast">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a>Guest: Contributing editor of The Politics, Rachel Withers.

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