Media Releases by The Hon Brendan O'Connor MP

Homelessness Research to Improve Programs

The results of five new research projects under the Gillard Government $11.4 million National Homelessness Research Agenda will help shape homelessness policy, Minister for Housing…

National Housing Supply Council Reappointments

Four members of the National Housing Supply Council have been reappointed for a further two years, Minister for Housing and Minister for Homelessness Brendan O’Connor…

Funding for homelessness services extended

The Gillard Government has extended funding for more than 100 services for young homeless people with a $24 million investment in the Reconnect Program. Minister…

61 affordable housing units in North Eveleigh

Federal Minister for Housing and Homelessness Brendan O’Connor and NSW Minister for Planning and Infrastructure Brad Hazzard today announced $7.2 million for 61 new affordable…

More support for vulnerable Victorians

The Gillard Government is investing $14 million in projects to help Victorians who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, Minister for Housing and…

$2.17 million for social housing in Marysville

Minister for Housing and Homelessness Brendan O’Connor today welcomed the opening of a $2.17 million social housing development in Marysville, replacing two public housing estates…

New figures shine light on homelessness

The release of the Specialist Homelessness Services Collection: first results provides a valuable insight into the challenges of homelessness, Minister for Housing and Minister for…

Homelessness services recognised for outstanding work

Seven community organisations from across Australia have been recognised for their work in preventing and addressing homelessness at the inaugural National Homelessness Services Achievement awards…