Long-term rental reform needed for affordability crisis

An increase to rental assistance has been welcomed by the nation's peak housing bodies, but they warn the measure doesn't go far enough to manage the crisis. Photo: AAP

Australia’s peak housing advocates warn the federal government’s budget measures won’t be enough to tackle the affordability crisis, calling for rental reform at the next meeting of national cabinet.

The government will increase the the rate of Commonwealth Rent Assistance by 15 per cent, meaning up to $31 extra a fortnight for people leasing their home.