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More Social and Affordable Housing (Research, Reports)
As the peak body for community housing organisations, CHIA’s number one priority is advocating at Federal level for more social and affordable housing. There is a recognised shortfall in supply.
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Submissions
As the national peak body CHIA makes regular submissions to the many Government inquiries and consultations on a range of diverse topics. This is an opportunity to shape the policy agenda All submissions are made available here on its website.and raise the sector’s profile.
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Service Excellence
CHIA is working with other state and territory peak organisations to lead the revitalisation of the National Community Housing Standards, including two specific standards on Housing Veterans and DFV.
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Key Initiatives
CHIA has taken a leading role in attempting to change the way governments think about housing. Earlier research work with City Futures ‘ Economic Cases’ focuses on the productivity gains from better housing outcomes.
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All Research & Reports
COVID Impact Reporting CHIA commissioned research to track the national picture of the impact of COVID-19 on CHOs
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Media
CHIA often makes regular media contributions and its CEO Wendy Hayhurst provides expert commentary on a range of housing topics.
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