Women at the centre of Australia’s growing homelessness crisis

A new report from Homelessness Australia reveals a 20% rise in women and girls already homeless when seeking help over the last government’s term.

The crisis is being driven by rising rents, domestic violence, and a lack of early intervention.

As the new Parliament sits, I spoke to CEO of Homelessness Australia, Kate Colvin, about why advocates are urging urgent national action to stop more women being pushed into danger and homelessness.

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Produced By: Moemina Shukur

Featured In Story: Kate Colvin – CEO of Homelessness Australia

First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 22 July 2025