South Australia is consistently rated as a more affordable place to live when compared to other Australian states and territories. We must work hard to ensure that all South Australians have access to comfortable and affordable housing. We know that housing costs are the single greatest household expense. This is why our Government has made Housing Affordability one of the Seven Strategic Priorities. Housing contributes strongly to the state’s social and economic future. It is an integral aspect of our Building a Strong South Australia plan. Investment in housing provides jobs as we work to bring shelter, security and affordable comfortable living circumstances to all South Australians. The Economic Statement our Government released in March 2013 sets out our plans for the future prosperity of our State, which will rely on a strong government, working with strong business, supported by a strong community. This Housing Strategy, similarly, will thrive under the leadership of a strong government, working with strong partners in the business and community sectors. This Strategy is a call to action that conveys a strong plan for South Australia in respect to housing assistance and housing supply.