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The South Australian government has announced the launch of a new $15.7 million housing development aimed at providing affordable accommodation for women at risk. This project, located in the Adelaide CBD, is the first of its kind and focuses specifically on offering support to survivors of family and domestic violence.
The newly constructed seven-storey building consists of 24 affordable rental apartments. Managed by YWCA Australia, the apartments are made available at 75 percent of the typical market rate. They include one, two, and three-bedroom options, accommodating up to 57 residents comprised of women and their family members who are on low to moderate incomes. The first group of residents is expected to move in within weeks.
The building features a communal alfresco space on the sixth floor which overlooks the picturesque Adelaide Park Lands, providing a serene environment for the residents to enjoy.
Premier Peter Malinauskas shared, “This is the first of its kind in the city, supporting vulnerable women and their families by providing safe and affordable long-term rentals to call home.
“The Labor Government is proud to back developments like this, providing the financial support
that ensures these projects off the ground.”
YWCA Australia Chief Executive Officer Michelle Phillips shared, “Safe homes are key to building equal futures. For 57 women and their families, that future starts now in this modern building that will soon become home.
“This is more than just a roof over someone’s head. This is a starting point for someone to build the future they want, with the security of a safe and affordable home.
“This project is a first for YWCA Australia in Adelaide. We made a bold decision to invest into a
project where we could build long-term, affordable homes in a new location for us, where we
knew there was a need in the community. And this is just the beginning.”
This initiative marks a critical step towards addressing the lack of long-term, affordable housing for women and their families at risk of homelessness, setting a precedent for future developments not only in Adelaide but potentially across the country.
Designed by South Australian firm Tridente Boyce Architects.
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