The Hodgman Liberal Government is committed to working to address homelessness in Tasmania.
That’s why we were pleased to sign up to an extension of the National Partnership Agreement on Homelessness.
Under the agreement, Tasmania will receive up to $2.8 million each year to 2017 from the Commonwealth to support those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
This investment will assist our five existing Supported Accommodation Facilities, along with a sixth facility that is due to commence operations in late 2015.
Importantly, the funding will also enable the Tasmanian Government to invest in a new Youth Head Lease initiative that will help 25 young people a year into affordable private rentals.
Since we came into office last year, the Government has worked very hard with our Commonwealth counterparts to secure an extension to this program.
This agreement demonstrates that working closely with the Federal Government can deliver strong outcomes for Tasmania.
In this case, the funding will help some of the most vulnerable people in our community.
The Hodgman Liberal Government is also continuing to develop in consultation with the community sector an Affordable Housing Strategy that will improve access to affordable, safe and appropriate housing for Tasmanians.