Every Victorian deserves the safety and security of a home. But for many, that’s becoming increasingly harder. A significant number of Victorians, particularly young Victorians, are struggling to break into the housing market. House prices are rising and upfront costs – a deposit, stamp duty, and fees – quickly add up. It’s getting harder for renters too. Many struggles to meet high rental prices, or instead choose to live in unsuitable housing. Some don’t have the security they need, or the capacity to personalize their home as they would like. At the same time, the number of Victorians who need to access public and community housing is growing. Waiting lists are long, and many of our existing homes have fallen into disrepair. In short, too many Victorians don’t have a real choice about where they lived or the type of home they live in. And as our population grows, inaction will only make things worse. Fixing this problem isn’t simple. It’s why Homes for Victorians provides a coordinated approach across government, and across our state.