- Cook and Albanese
Labor Governments delivering 26 new social homes in Kwinana
- St Patrick's
Community Support Centre development received $6.7 million in State
funding as well as support through the Housing Australia Future Fund
- Two-stage
development designed to support people at risk of homelessness and seniors
- Project will provide
26 high-quality, energy-efficient, and accessible homes close to essential
services and transport.
The Cook and Albanese Labor Governments are supporting a two-stage
development that will deliver 26 new social housing dwellings in Kwinana.
St Patrick's Community Support Centre (St Pat's) received $6,722,000 in Cook
Labor Government grant funding along with a commitment of $3,792,000 from the
Housing Australia Future Fund.
Once completed, the development will deliver a range of one, two, and
three-bedroom units, accommodating a diverse range of households, including
families with children and older women with a focus on accessibility and
flexibility.
The development will incorporate energy-efficient design features to
improve comfort and reduce ongoing energy costs for tenants, including
insulation, double glazing, and solar panels.
Located in the Kwinana Town Centre, the development is close to shops,
schools, medical and health services, parks, recreation facilities, the library,
and public transport.
St Pat's is a registered Community Housing Provider and not-for-profit
organisation supporting people experiencing homelessness.
G Living has been appointed as the builder for both stages of the
development.
Construction of Stage 1 is underway and is expected to be completed in early
2027, with Stage 2 expected to commence in mid-2026.
The Cook Labor Government is investing $10.8 billion in housing and
homelessness measures since 2021 to ensure every Western Australian has a home.
Comments attributed to Premier Roger Cook:
"My government's priority is ensuring every Western Australian has a
home and this new development is another example of that."
"We are working with the Albanese Labor Government to bring more
affordable and social homes to market and provide assistance to those who need
it most.
"Once completed, the development will deliver a range of one, two, and
three-bedroom units that will accommodate a diverse range of households,
including families with children and older women."
Comments attributed to Housing and Works
Minister John Carey:
"This project is a great example of how our government is working with
the community housing sector to deliver more affordable and supportive housing
options for Western Australians in greatest need.
"Our investment of more than $6.7 million is helping deliver
high-quality homes in a well-connected location, close to services, transport,
and community amenities.
"These homes are designed to provide long-term comfort, accessibility,
and lower running costs for tenants through energy-efficient features and
liveable design standards.
"It's part of a record $10.8 billion housing spend since 2021,
delivering thousands of social homes and affordable rentals."
Comments attributed to Federal Member for
Brand Madeleine King:
"The Albanese Government
believes all Australians deserve the right to access a safe, secure, and
affordable home."
"This project in Kwinana will be a welcome boost to the supply of affordable
housing for older Australians, women, families, and children who are at risk of
being without a home."
"The Albanese Government is delighted to deliver support for this project in
Kwinana, and to the wider community, through the $3.79 million commitment from
the $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund.
"I congratulate St Pats on the project and look forward to welcoming the first
residents to this development early next year."
