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An informed and independent voice on housing policy issues affecting the ability of people on low, moderate or no incomes to have an affordable, safe and secure home.

Working together for housing justice

An informed and independent voice on housing policy issues affecting the ability of people on low, moderate or no incomes to have an affordable, safe and secure home.

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The National Nine – Principles for Strengthening Renters’ Rights

ACT Shelter was commissioned to produce this brief report providing expert guidance for the national proposals being developed by Housing Ministers for consideration within the National Cabinet to improve our rental housing system and better ensure renters have access to safe, affordable, appropriate and secure homes. This report is a useful reference for anyone seeking an overview of the most significant national issues for renters across the country.  It also provides links to relevant research. The official launch included an overview of the report’s key recommendations. This was followed by a panel conversation exploring the challenges facing renters and our rental housing

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ACT Shelter is a not-for-profit organisation funded by the ACT Government to represent the interests of our members and provide advocacy and strategic advice on systemic issues affecting housing consumers in the ACT. We are an informed and independent voice on housing policy issues affecting the ability of people on low, moderate or no incomes to have an affordable, safe and secure home.