Yesterday, the Tenants' Union participated in a special event at Parliament, organised by the Make Renting Fair campaign and Everybody's Home. The event brought together renters, housing academics, campaign supporters, and MP decision makers. It was a great success with over 80 attendees including dozens of MPs and advisers!
We heard from Keith – a renter who has lived in 7 homes over the last 10 years. "I am sick and tired of being forced to move. I’ve figured out that each time we move it has cost us around $3000. No grounds evictions have totally disrupted my family’s life."
Dr Emma Power (Senior Research Fellow in Geography and Urban Studies at Western Sydney University) spoke about her research on the experiences of older women renters. Today she has published an adapted version of her speech in the Conversation: Life as an older renter, and what it tells us about the urgent need for tenancy reform
Russell Rodrigo, a property investor, spoke about how the proposed reforms are actually in landlords' interests too – because they will foster better relationships and improved stability.
Yasmin Catley MP, Jenny Leong MP and Alex Greenwich MP also co-hosted the event and spoke about their support for ending unfair evictions. Leader of the Opposition Luke Foley MP also attended the event.
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