The Australian Government has confirmed its centrepiece housing fund bill will pass through Parliament, breaking a months-long impasse.

Australia's Green Party pledged support, meaning the Housing Australia Future Fund has the necessary majority support in the senate.

Australian correspondent Murray Olds says the housing crisis is going strong, with affordable rental properties growing further out of reach for Australians.

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The Australian Government has confirmed its centrepiece housing fund bill will pass through Parliament, breaking a months-long impasse.
Australia's Green Party pledged support, meaning the Housing Australia Future Fund has the necessary majority support in the senate.
Australian correspondent Murray Olds says the housing crisis is going strong, with affordable rental properties growing further out of reach for Australians.
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