What impact will the bushfire crisis have on homelessness?

Published 16th January 2020

Australia’s bushfire crisis is increasing homelessness across the country and anti-poverty groups are warning of the major challenges this poses for low-income people and rough sleepers.         

The fires engulfing the nation have destroyed more than 2,000 homes in New South Wales alone, leaving many people temporarily unhoused.

Community groups say the crisis makes it more important than ever for governments to invest in social housing.

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Source:
Luke Michael, 2020, Probono Australia (https://probonoaustralia.com.au)