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New Zealand Tackles 37% Homelessness Surge with New Measures

9/5/2025

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New Zealand's Government announced five actions to address homelessness and enhance social housing access.
Housing Minister Chris Bishop reported a 37% rise in homelessness from 2018 to 2023, linked to a failing housing system.
The Government will expand the Housing First program, adding 300 social homes, mainly from private leases.
An extra $10 million will bolster existing services for rough sleepers.
Critics claim these measures fall short, pointing to increasing street homelessness.

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New Zealand's Government announced five actions to address homelessness and enhance social housing access.
Housing Minister Chris Bishop reported a 37% rise in homelessness from 2018 to 2023, linked to a failing housing system.
The Government will expand the Housing First program, adding 300 social homes, mainly from private leases.
An extra $10 million will bolster existing services for rough sleepers.
Critics claim these measures fall short, pointing to increasing street homelessness.