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Episode 325: Queensland’s Housing Crunch: What Can Be Done to Ease the Strain?

With Queensland’s housing market facing an unprecedented crunch, many are left wondering: What can be done to ease the strain? The consequences of this housing crisis are far-reaching, affecting individuals, families, and communities across the state because it's not just about finding a roof over your head anymore. With housing prices soaring and options dwindling, the dream of owning a home is slipping out of reach for many Queenslanders.

Today, we have Jackson Hills from Q Shelter — Queensland’s leading authority on housing and homelessness services. With years of experience and expertise in the field, you can trust him to give us the lowdown on what's really going on.

Tune in as we break down the housing crisis in plain and simple terms and figure out what we can do to make things better. Your home is your sanctuary – let's work together to keep it that way.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Introduction

01:05 - Who is Jackson Hills?

02:08 - Making sense of the complex issues on Australia’s housing crisis

05:18 - How can we promote inclusive housing policies that benefit all sectors of society?

09:20 - What are some of the more acute housing problems in Queensland vs other states?

13:36 - Understanding the impact of oversupply concerns on property prices

15:31 - How feasible is the build-to-rent sector considering current challenges?

19:19 - What factors are influencing landlords' decisions to increase rents?

21:49 - Ways governments can aid build-to-rent and community housing?

24:50 - Can private developers profitably engage in build-to-rent on government-owned land?

32:03 - How can developers contribute to designing inclusionary planning frameworks?

37:37 - Understanding the universal housing continuum

42:29 - Insights on rising rental prices resulting in displacement

45:45 - Are there any developers focusing on more than just selling or renting units?

48:20 - Jackson Hills’ property dumbo

About Our Guest:

Jackson Hills, Manager of Policy and Strategic Engagement at Q Shelter, brings over 15 years of experience in not-for-profit and community organisations, previously serving with Tennis Australia, the AFL, and the Australian Sports Commission. With a master’s in business administration from SCU and accreditations from the AICD, Jackson leads efforts at Q Shelter, Queensland’s primary body for housing and homelessness services. He also serves on the Board of Common Ground Gold Coast, the executive committee of National Shelter, and advises at Collective Leisure, alongside mentoring at the Gold Coast Youth Service.

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Chris Bates