The WA Labor government launches its re-election bid with a $443 million funding commitment to increase homes across the state, but the timing of the announcement has been criticised by the Opposition.
The WA Labor government has committed $443 million towards the creation of 1,800 social and affordable homes.
The joint state and federal government election promise will deliver close to 1,800 homes in Perth and the regions, and will be built close to Metronet stations and other services.The WA government has set aside $443 million to fund the initial construction costs of a mix of apartments and single dwellings.
“This is a milestone because we are now building and creating affordable apartments, rental apartments, that will assist those doing it tough,” Housing Minister John Carey said on Sunday.Shelter WA CEO Kath Snell said it will provide major relief to families struggling to afford a roof over their heads.
"After eight years of Labor, we have 139 more homes in the communities sector, so with an election looming, less than 100 days before the election, Roger Cook and John Carey have suddenly woken up and thought 'we've got a housing crisis, what are we going to do?'," Opposition housing spokesman Steve Martin said."Labor have over-promised on housing for years and simply failed to deliver.
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