Homes Victoria

Hawthorn, say hello to 103 new rental homes, ready to welcome renters for the first time! 🏡✨ These homes offer a fantastic alternative to the private rental market, helping low to moderate-income renters find high-quality, secure housing at a reasonable price 💸 Here's the scoop: 🔑 Rents are set at least 10% below the median market rent in metropolitan Melbourne 🔑 Enjoy the security of fixed-term rental agreements for three years 🔑 Option for eligible renters to extend their lease for a further three years! Don't miss out! Check your eligibility and view listings now: https://lnkd.in/gEPd-WNE

Exciting news for Bendigo! 🏘️ We’re partnering with YWCA Australia on a new project with 35 homes in Flora Hill. These 1-3 bedroom homes will be built for women and their families, with half of the properties prioritised for First Nations women. Construction starts later this year, and will create up to 145 jobs 👷♀️ We can’t wait to see these new homes make a difference. Learn more about how we partner with the community housing sector to build more and better homes: https://lnkd.in/estsm_ed

Big news for Regional Victoria! 🏡 We're building 1,300 new and upgraded social and affordable homes as part of the $1 billion Regional Housing Fund. We're already making progress with the first homes in early design and planning stages in Colac, Wodonga, Shepparton, Seymour, and Rochester. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gP88iTTt

Victoria’s Big Housing Build just got bigger - are you ready to make an impact? 🏗👷♀️ We are leading Australia’s largest urban renewal—redeveloping Melbourne’s 44 public housing towers to provide modern homes for 30,000+ people 🏘️ This visionary mega-project includes a construction pipeline of major projects up until 2051. Whether you are driven by the commercial challenges of mixed-use residential development, innovation in social infrastructure delivery or want to really improve thousands of people’s lives – we want to hear from you. Ready to make a difference? Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-hK527W

Taking shape and changing lives in regional Victoria 🙌 We're well ahead of schedule on construction of Wodonga’s very own Education First Youth Foyer, a groundbreaking project which will change the lives of 40 young people in regional Victoria! Education First Youth Foyers support young people – aged 16 to 24 – to achieve their education goals when they are unable to live at home or don’t have a stable place to live. Residents have safe, secure accommodation while they study, as well as receiving the support and skills they need to become independent adults. What will be inside when it’s finished: 🏡 40 safe and secure studio dwellings 🍽 A vibrant communal kitchen and dining area, fostering a sense of community 🌷 Serene courtyard spaces for relaxation and reflection 👩💼 Dedicated staff rooms for support workers Sign up to the Homes Victoria mailing list to stay up to date with events, project updates and more: https://lnkd.in/gkiTiqZs

New social housing in Greater Geelong! 🏡🌿 We partnered with Common Equity Housing Limited to deliver 6 new homes earlier this year. These homes are managed by the Larrakeyah Common Equity Rental Housing Co-operative, who managed to get renters into the homes within 3 days of getting the keys! Abigail moved into her home with her partner and two daughters and described it as “the best feeling ever." Working in partnership with community housing organisations like Common Equity Housing Limited (CEHL) is an important part of how we deliver more and better homes for Victorians. You can learn more about this project here: https://lnkd.in/ghpFmr6F

Ready for Renters! 🚚🏡 111 new social housing homes in Brunswick West are complete and ready for renters to move in, with 8 more set to be completed next month. In collaboration with Womens Housing Ltd and AVJennings, we’re boosting social housing at Harvest Square by 45% with more quality homes. Key features include: 💡 All-electric, energy-efficient living 🌳 Beautiful green spaces with community gardens 🧸 Children's play equipment and an outdoor chess table ✨ Onsite tenancy support Discover more about Harvest Square: https://lnkd.in/gUtmWEad

“This was very special to see how people could bring their voices to Government. They could share their opinions on many things that affect them in daily lives." Abdi recently participated in the Yarra Estates Tenants Employment Program, a collaboration between Homes Victoria, Yarra Resident Voice Group, Box Hill Institute, Hope For The Future, and Yarra Estates Housing Office. The program empowers the local community by recruiting 10 current or former renters each year from diverse backgrounds into roles within the Yarra Housing Team. Through the traineeship, Abdi has secured a Rental Liaison Officer role at Homes Victoria. Learn more about the program 👉 https://lnkd.in/gsfMH26t Victorian Department of Families, Fairness & Housing

"I received invaluable support and had the chance to connect with remarkable individuals" 🌏🤝 Apout joined the Yarra Estates Employment Program looking to contribute to policy-making in her community. "Meeting influential women representing DFFH not only inspired me, but also fuelled my ambition to continue to aim higher." The program is a collaboration with Homes Victoria, Yarra Resident Voice Group, Box Hill Institute, Hope For The Future, and Yarra Estates Housing Office. This program empowers the local community by recruiting 10 current or former renters annually from diverse backgrounds into roles within the Yarra Housing Team. Through the traineeship, Apout has moved into a Project Officer role with Family Safety Victoria. Learn more about the program 👉 https://lnkd.in/gsfMH26t Victorian Department of Families, Fairness & Housing

Creating career paths for our community 🙌 "I am a wheelchair user... Hopefully in the future more people with a disability do the traineeship." Bashir was interested in the Yarra Estates Employment Program because he was new to working in Australia. He studied Political Science and Administration in Afghanistan and believed he could use his previous work experience here. The program was created to hire former or current renters to support the Yarra Housing Team. The program is a collaboration with Homes Victoria, the Yarra Resident Voice Group, Box Hill Institute, Hope For The Future, and Yarra Estates Housing Office. Learn more about the program 👉 https://lnkd.in/gsfMH26t Victorian Department of Families, Fairness & Housing