Every year, tens of thousands of Australians are left homeless
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Understanding homelessness in Australia
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Homelessness can affect anyone
Its impacts are far-reaching and long-lasting. On Census night 2021 (ABS):
39%
were living in severely overcrowded dwellings
20%
were in supported accomodation
6.2%
were living in dwellings, tents, or sleeping rough
58%
were under 36 years of age
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Across Perth, early in the morning, before shops open and the city wakes for the day, small teams are already out on the...
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3 July 2026
The Salvation Army’s research shows homelessness is a priority issue for many Australians. Public support for affordable...
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