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Public housing residents already being impacted by relocation
As the first of Melbourne’s public housing towers begin to be vacated, clients are reportedly experiencing distress throughout the process, according to a lawyer involved in the class action appeal.
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“Slap in the face”: vulnerable residents face eviction amid Grattan St redevelopment
Amanda* has lived in her flat on Grattan St for seven years. At 76, she’s built a quiet, steady life in Carlton – a location close to public transport, shops, and medical care. But that stability is now under threat.
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Plans unveiled for redevelopment of Carlton public housing towers
The state government has revealed concept plans for the redevelopment of public housing towers in Carlton, which will provide 248 social homes across two buildings, each featuring private balconies and rising 16 and 18-storeys high.
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Why the Greens are pushing for affordable housing in the City of Melbourne
In July, the Victorian Greens announced their Lord Mayor candidates for Melbourne, and are using the moment to put one issue at centre stage; affordable housing.
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Public housing residents class action trial: where things are at
Jeannie Erceg knows what it’s like to be told she must leave her home at short notice.
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Carlton’s public housing residents brace for rent increases
Carlton public housing residents have raised concerns about looming rent increases due to come into effect from August 18, questioning how the adjustments align with market values given the substandard condition of many units.
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Public housing towers class action to proceed to trial
The Supreme Court of Victoria has issued orders for the historic public housing class action to proceed to trial in October.
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Uncertainty looms as public housing towers marked for redevelopment
A plan to demolish and redevelop 44 high-rise public housing towers across the inner city including Carlton is causing a wave of uncertainty and fears of displacement among residents, with advocates fearing the housing crisis could be made worse if public land falls into the hands of developers.
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Digital divide at Carlton Housing Estate exposed in report
Over-priced internet, low-quality connection and opaque, substandard service were the overwhelming conclusions of a recent study into digital inequality at the Carlton Housing Estate.
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New Carlton housing turns the focus to the over 50s
As part of the Victorian Government’s Big Housing Build program, new homes are set to be delivered to Carlton, with people over the age of 50 given first priority.
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“Slap in the face”: vulnerable residents face eviction amid Grattan St redevelopment
Public housing residents class action trial: where things are at
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