• The Palaszczuk Government has announced funding of $64.3 million to purchase and lease emergency accommodation facilities in inner-Brisbane.
• The investment will provide critical accommodation for Queenslanders who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.
• It builds on a record $3.9 billion for social and affordable housing – the single-largest concentrated investment in Queensland’s history – to help deliver 13,000 homes

The 2023-24 Queensland Budget will includes $64.3 million for the purchase and lease of emergency accommodation facilities in Brisbane.

The accommodation will provide immediate support for people experiencing or at-risk of homelessness.

It adds to other housing and homelessness supports the government currently provides including rental grants, bond loans, headleases and RentConnect.

Quotes attributable to Queensland Treasurer Cameron Dick:

“The Palaszczuk Government’s Budget has a key focus on cost-of-living, health and housing.

“This $64.3 million investment will put a roof over the heads of Queenslanders who are experiencing, or are at risk, of homelessness.

“Many of these people are leaving dangerous situations, so this funding is not just important, it is vital.”

Quotes attributable to Housing Minister Meaghan Scanlon:

“All Queenslanders should have a safe and secure roof over their head.

“Across the country, housing pressures are having an impact, including in Queensland. That’s why we’re taking action with a record investment in new social and affordable homes, and by providing more immediate support to those who need it.

“As we build new homes, we are also supporting a range of options that help put a roof over the heads of vulnerable Queenslanders sooner.”

Further information:

In 2021-22, the Queensland Government provided almost 200,000 forms of housing assistance to Queensland households, including emergency housing, social housing, and private market assistance and homelessness services.

Anyone who needs housing assistance can contact their Housing Service Centre during business hours or the 24/7 Homeless Hotline on 1800 474 753.

For a list of Housing Service Centres, visit  https://www.qld.gov.au/housing/public-community-housing/housing-service-centre

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