Hashtag
Men's Weekly

Can I have a pet and be housed, too? It all depends...

  • Written by Wendy Stone, Professor of Housing & Social Policy, Centre for Urban Transitions, Swinburne University of Technology

Barriers to housing for people with pets around Australia are the focus of newly released national research by an interdisciplinary team. Why? Because laws are changing nationally but are highly inconsistent. A systematic national approach is needed to reduce the numbers of people who have to give up their pets to secure housing – especially as we return to post-COVID “normal”.

Six housing experts spanning five Australian universities undertook the study of animal-inclusive housing and options for reform, the first of its kind internationally. It assesses state and territory housing and legislative reforms in the private rental sector, social housing, homelessness services, strata title, aged care and caravan parks. Here they explain what they found.

Read more: As pet owners suffer rental insecurity, perhaps landlords should think again

Can I have a pet and be housed, too? It all depends... CC BY-ND Can I have a pet and be housed, too? It all depends... CC BY-ND Can I have a pet and be housed, too? It all depends... CC BY-ND Can I have a pet and be housed, too? It all depends... CC BY-ND Can I have a pet and be housed, too? It all depends... CC BY-ND Can I have a pet and be housed, too? It all depends... CC BY-ND

Authors: Wendy Stone, Professor of Housing & Social Policy, Centre for Urban Transitions, Swinburne University of Technology

Read more https://theconversation.com/can-i-have-a-pet-and-be-housed-too-it-all-depends-155202

Health & Wellness

Why NDIS Cleaning Services Boost Health, Safety & Independence

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

For many Australians living with a disability, maintaining a clean and safe home can be challenging. Everyday cleaning tasks-like vacuuming, mopping, sanitising kitchens, or bathrooms-may pose physica...

Why Choosing a GP Bundoora Is Key to Consistent and Preventive Healthcare

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

Access to dependable primary healthcare is essential for maintaining long-term wellbeing. Choosing a trusted GP Bundoora allows individuals and families to receive ongoing medical support close to h...

What Does an NDIS Support Coordinator Actually Do?

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

The role of a support coordinator is often mentioned in NDIS conversations, but it isn’t always clearly understood. Many participants wonder what a support coordinator actually does day to day, and ho...