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What Australian Governments can do to support the growth of co-operative housing
“As governments seek ways to accelerate supply, there is growing recognition that quantity without quality will not solve the housing crisis. We need a variety of solutions that support long-term social, economic, and environmental outcomes, not simply more units...
What is rental co-operative housing, and why does it matter right now?
At its core, rental co-operative housing is a simple idea: people live in secure, affordable homes and have a genuine say in how their housing is managed. Homes are owned by not-for-profit housing providers, and residents form co-operatives that participate in...
What does it look like when co-operative housing is backed at scale?
In Canada, it looks like projects like 1220 Seymour in Vancouver - a new 112-home housing co-operative supported by around $69 million across federal, provincial and city governments. - A 9-storey Passive House building. - A Community Land Trust model. - Long-term,...
Minister learns about co-ops directly from members
Government ministers from all levels have an important role to play in shaping Australia’s housing future. One of the most powerful ways to understand the value of co-operative housing is to see it in action. Today, Hon Dr Daniel Mulino MP visited Keilor Co-op in...
CENSW secures 20-year headlease with Homes NSW
ACHA celebrates an important achievement for the Australian Co-operative Housing sector, with Common Equity NSW (CENSW) finalising a - a landmark agreement that sets a new benchmark for stability and partnership in co-operative housing. This long-term Headlease...
KPMG Report recognises Co-op Housing
The latest KPMG report on affordable housing in Australia highlights something ACHA has long championed - a clear call to support community-led housing solutions: ✅ “Provide low-interest loans for not-for-profit housing co-operatives and other not-for-profit...
England covers the ACHA Co-operative Housing Summit
Co-op News has taken our story global. 🌍 The Second Australian Co-operative Housing Alliance Summit at the MCG wasn’t just a milestone here at home - the news has now made it all the way to England. Co-op News covered the summit, recognising how Australia’s housing...
Co-operative Housing Holds the Key to a Fairer Future, Says Josh Burns MP
Federal Special Envoy for Social Housing and Homelessness Josh Burns MP told the 2025 Australian Co-operative Housing Alliance (ACHA) Summit that Australia’s housing crisis demands fresh thinking and stronger partnerships with the co-operative sector. A Different Way...
Liz Thomas joins Sally Sara on ABC Radio National
ACHA Summit Morning in Melbourne It’s summit day! 🌟 This morning, as delegates gather in Melbourne for the Australian Co-operative Housing Alliance (ACHA) Summit, our Chair Liz Thomas joined Sally Sara on ABC Radio National to give a detailed, insightful explanation...
Geelong Advertiser speaks with Liz Thomas
In a recent article in the Geelong Advertiser, ACHA Chair and Managing Director of Common Equity Housing Limited (CEHL), Liz Thomas, explained why co-operative housing is key to solving Geelong’s housing crisis. Right now, Geelong and Victoria, like the rest of...
New myCAV online portal
The co-operative and mutual sector continues to thrive in Victoria, thanks to renewed government support and investment in streamlined regulation. The Victorian Government’s launch of the new myCAV online portal is a significant step forward, reducing red tape and...
Belgium co-ops creating homes with connection for people with disabilities.
Housing co-ops are creating inclusive, community-led homes that support autonomy, accessibility, and connection for people with disabilities. In Belgium, co-ops like De Binnenwereld and Oak Tree Projects blend independence with care, ensuring residents have a say in...