Common Equity Housing Limited (CEHL)

Co-operative housing provides a powerful opportunity to enhance Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG), particularly through innovative new builds that reflect best practices. Earlier this year, CEHL developed eight townhouses in Endeavour Hills, designed with these principles in mind. Co-funded by CEHL and Homes Victoria through the Big Housing Build, this project is designed to deliver long-term, affordable housing. The development incorporates ESG principles, ensuring lower operational costs for future residents. Key initiatives include a 6-star NatHERS rating, electric appliances, energy efficient materials and water efficient strategies such as rainwater tanks and a WELS 4-star toilet. This project reinforces CEHL's dedication to embedding ESG principles across all developments, prioritising sustainability, social equity, and governance excellence in co-operative housing. #cooperativehousing #coophousing #affordablehousing #cehl #coop #wearecoop #HomesVictoria

Thanks Australian Co-operative Housing Alliance (ACHA) for a great summary of an inspiring Summit. Already looking forward to 2025!

Partnership power! These 6 new homes Common Equity Housing Limited (CEHL) developed in partnership with Homes Victoria will be managed through CEHL’s partnership with Larrakeyah Housing Co-op members. The power of co-ops is already evident - Larrakeyah had the new co-op members selected and waiting to move in on handover and had all 6 families settled in their new homes within 72 hours! Co-ops give renters control and influence over how their property is managed - build to rent co-op housing, where people rent like they own. Now that’s giving renters a voice! Melina Morrison Fiona Herman Alyce Holmes Karen Fixsen Tony De Domenico OAM Jean Nankin Keith Bayliss l

Imagine a place where your home is not just four walls, but part of a connected community where people work together to create sustainable living. That’s the promise of co-operative housing—a model that builds a better future for all. #cooperativehousing #coophousing #affordablehousing #cehl #buildingabetterfutureforall

The strength of the co-operative housing model lies in its versatility. It empowers members to manage their communities and homes in a way that best suit their needs. With a diverse range of co-op models both in Australia and globally, there is much to learn and adapt. Earlier this year, a Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals (BCCM) tour brought together a group, including MD Liz Thomas, to explore how international housing co-operatives operate. This experience inspired us to bring fresh ideas to our existing housing model, enhancing the way we serve our community. You can find out more about cooperative housing in different countries on Cooperative Housing International. https://lnkd.in/gqN7bRzN #cooperativehousing #coophousing #affordablehousing #cehl #coop #wearecoop #BCCM

‘We are treating housing as an investment rather than a home and we're causing people to be homeless because it's not profitable for somebody else's investment’ The value of co-operative housing is backed by research by Western Sydney University and has been identified in the State of the Housing System 2024 report as a mainstream housing pathway. And this is why. ‘I really liked the village aspect of it and having that sort of social side of things. I was a single mother [when I first moved in] with a child and it was a really good way for both of us to have more social contact" ‘…it's a really supportive way for people to live’ ‘…feeling safe, a positive impact on mental health, a strong sense of community and wellbeing among the benefits of co-op living.’ Co-operative housing is part of the solution. https://lnkd.in/e2ndXv9B #cooperativehousing #coophousing #affordablehousing #cehl #coop #wearecoop

In 2021, 10 houses in Castlemaine were retrofitted with a range of energy efficient initiatives including door draught proofing, underfloor insulation, solar panels and awnings as part of the CEHL & Mount Alexander sustainability Group Retrofit Project. A 12-month monitoring phase, started in September, is tracking temperature, humidity, solar production and energy consumption alongside resident feedback. Early data shows significant improvements in energy efficiency and comfort. The pilot project aims to identify the most effective and scalable initiatives for future CEHL properties, marking a key step toward a more sustainable future. Stay tuned for more updates and findings! #cooperativehousing #coophousing #affordablehousing #cehl #coop #wearecoop #sustainability

We're looking forward to rolling out Civica's Cx Housing platform. The platform will support our team to deliver high-quality services and strengthen our ability to adapt to future challenges. https://lnkd.in/gqjp8s5w #cooperativehousing #coophousing #affordablehousing #cehl #coop #wearecoop #Civica

Are you our next Maintenance Coordinator? Some of your skills will include an understanding of domestic building maintenance, experience in customer service roles requiring efficient service delivery, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities. You'll be responsible for managing a portfolio of maintenance work involved in the care of CEHL properties. You will be the first point of contact for our tenants and members, ensuring that all jobs have appropriate time, materials, equipment, and labour skills required to be successfully carried out and completed. This is your opportunity to play a vital role in changing people’s lives and be a part of the solution to Victoria’s current housing affordability crisis. CEHL are focused on creating positive outcomes for our member co-operatives. Apply today. https://lnkd.in/gA8xnAni

Is the rental market fit for purpose? NSW Rental Commissioner, Trina Jones posed that question earlier today when talking on ABC News RN Breakfast. Once seen as a stepping stone to owning your own home, today’s rental market is in a state of crisis. One third of Australians live in a rental property and many will be forever renters, how do we ensure that the rental market is fit for purpose? Rental housing co-operatives provide an alternative to direct rental and help make the market both fairer and more sustainable. Find out more: #abcradio #affordablehousing #CooperativeHousing #HousingForAll #CommunityBuilding #Sustainability #coophousing #cehl #coop