Blaxland is facing significant housing affordability challenges, with key statistics highlighting the urgency of addressing this issue:
These figures clearly indicate that Blaxland faces housing affordability challenges that are more pronounced than the broader NSW context. With a higher percentage of renters and many households paying an unsustainable portion of their income on housing, immediate action is needed.
Housing is a Human Right, Not a Speculative Asset
We believe every Australian deserves a secure, affordable place to call home. Housing is not just another asset for investors to exploit, it is a human right, and the foundation of strong families, healthy communities, and a fair economy. For decades, successive governments have allowed housing to become a playground for speculators, with banks and landlords profiting from taxpayer-funded subsidies while everyday Australians are locked out. It’s time for bold, practical
In response to these challenges, I propose a comprehensive approach to improving housing affordability in Blaxland. My plan will focus on increasing the supply of affordable housing, supporting renters, enhancing homeownership opportunities, and addressing overcrowding.
We will redirect the $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund away from stock market speculation and towards building homes directly. Australia must adopt a Singapore-style housing model, where every family has the opportunity to access subsidised housing—whether to purchase or to rent, based on their needs. We will expand public and community-owned housing to address chronic shortages and ensure long-term affordability.
We will support and work with community land trusts across the country to ensure developments are led by local residents, not corporate interests. Housing decisions should be made by people with a direct stake in their neighbourhoods, not distant investors.
We will phase out negative gearing, capital gains tax discounts, and other subsidies that benefit non-owner landlords. These measures distort the housing market and contribute to rising prices. Being a landlord is a business, and like any business, it should succeed or fail on merit, not on taxpayer support.
We will introduce stronger land value and vacancy taxes to discourage land banking and the hoarding of empty properties. If land is not being used to house people, it should not be rewarded with tax breaks.
We will implement stronger rights for renters, including banning no-fault evictions, extending standard lease lengths, and limiting unfair rent increases. Every Australian deserves housing security, whether they rent or own.
Housing is a fundamental right, and every Blaxland resident deserves access to safe and affordable housing. Together, we can advocate for solutions that make a real difference in our community.
I invite you to join me in pushing for these policies, to build a Blaxland where families can thrive without the constant strain of housing affordability. Your voice matters—let’s work together to create a brighter future for our community.
