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MORE NEW SOCIAL HOMES UNDERWAY IN BALLARAT

More people will soon have a place to call homes thanks to a joint investment in new social homes in Ballarat.

Member for Ballarat Catherine King and Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison today visited a new social housing development underway in central Ballarat which will provide 24 brand new social homes for people on the Victorian Housing Register.

Designed by MGS Architects and built by Figurehead Constructions, the development will include 17 large one-bedroom apartments and 7 two-bedroom units over four levels.

Residents will have access to a large, shared courtyard and the modern apartments are energy efficient with a large solar array on the roof to keep down power bills.

This project is a proud partnership between the Albanese and Carroll Labor Governments and community housing organisation Uniting Housing (Victoria), which will own the homes and manage the tenancies.

The development has been made possible with $9.4 million from the Albanese Government’s Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF), $13 million investment from Carroll Government and $4.5 million from Uniting Vic Tas including the land.

These new homes are expected to be completed in 2026 and opening their doors early in 2027 – with renters moving into homes in the heart of Ballarat, close to services, schools, transport and shops.

Quotes attributable to Member for Ballarat Catherine King:

“The Albanese Government is partnering with the Caroll Government and housing providers across Victoria to deliver safe, secure homes for people who need them most.

“Here in Ballarat, these 24 new homes are welcoming and accessible, and close to services in the heart of our community.

“Stable housing is lifechanging, and these beautiful new homes will change lives.”

Quotes attributable to Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison:

“Ballarat continues to grow, and it's important that we invest alongside that growth.

“This initiative will help strengthen our community, support local jobs and improve the quality of life for residents across our region.

“We're getting on with the job of delivering more modern social homes for Ballarat. Our investment reflects our commitment to supporting our community, creating opportunities and building a stronger future "

Quotes attributable to Uniting Vic Tas CEO Carol Jeffs:

“Building these new homes is part of our ongoing commitment to the Ballarat community and supporting vulnerable people in the region.

“Access to housing that is affordable, safe and secure is essential to supporting people’s health and wellbeing and strengthening community connections. We're looking forward to welcoming our new residents into these contemporary and sustainable homes soon.”