The 74-year-old pensioner had to leave his cat behind when he moved from WA to regional NSW to find affordable accommodation.
WA has implemented the Rent Relief Grant Program, as many renters continue to face a rental crisis across Australia.
After struggling to find an affordable rental with access to transport, he ended up in Bathurst in central west New South Wales. Applying for a number of different rentals across WA, Mr Jones said he was continuously knocked back.Mr Jones's sister, who lives in Sydney, suggested he move closer to her.Eventually choosing to reside in Bathurst, Mr Jones was able to find a rental that was affordable, as well as within walking distance of shops, bus routes, and the train line.While Mr Jones packed up what he could to take with him, he left behind larger items and even his beloved cat, Rascal.
In WA, prospective tenants are placed on the public housing waiting list if they meet the eligibility criteria.The waiting time for social housing is 149 weeks, according to the WA Department of Communities, and for priority-listed applicants, it is 81 weeks. legislated amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act to reduce the financial burden on people facing tenancy challenges.
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