Australia’s homelessness services are facing pressure prompting calls for a major federal budget intervention.
Homelessness Australia says the shortage of affordable homes are pushing more people into crisis before help is available.
But will the upcoming budget prioritise homelessness prevention? Homelessness Australia CEO Kate Colvin says without serious investment, the situation will continue to deteriorate.
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Featured In Story: Kate Colvin – Homelessness Australia CEO
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 3 February 2026