The Hon. Meaghan Scanlon, Minister for Housing (Qld), Media Release, 7 September 2023

The first tenants have moved into new social homes purchased in a partnership between the Palaszczuk Government and YWCA.

Fifteen homes will be acquired in total, with the first eight homes already settled and another due to settle next month.

The partnership includes the purchase of nine, two-bedroom apartments.

Quotes attributable to Housing Minister Meaghan Scanlon:

“Alongside our big housing build, we’re looking at every lever possible to help Queenslanders who need a social home into one sooner.

“That includes partnering with the YWCA to purchase new homes that’ll help women and their children – many of whom may be escaping domestic and family violence – have a safe, secure and affordable place to call home.

“The first tenants have already moved into properties in Toowoomba and these purchases are able to make a difference quickly.

“Along with the pipeline of homes being built and purchased in the region, this partnership will provide a much-needed injection for local families in housing need.”

Quotes attributable to YWCA Acting CEO, Joanna Mallon:

“We are so pleased to be working in partnership with the Queensland Government to deliver even more housing solutions for Queenslanders.

“These homes are part of YWCA’s commitment to ensure women and gender diverse people have access to safe, secure, and affordable homes in Queensland.

“YWCA looks forward to continuing to work closely with the Queensland Government to deliver even more housing solutions across regional Queensland, alleviating housing stress for priority groups such as women, their families and gender diverse people.”

Quotes attributable to YWCA tenant Misty:

“I have a stable house for myself and my two girls, something to call ours and be proud of.

“A place my girls can feel safe and not have to worry if we’re sleeping in a tent or someone’s couch.

“This is the best thing that has happened to us.”