The Western Australian government has announced a significant expansion of its Housing Plan, with support for over 5,500 new dwellings across the state.
This initiative aims to address both immediate and long-term housing needs in WA.
A substantial $16.37 million has been allocated through the Infrastructure Development Fund to support the construction of 1,560 dwellings across 20 new development projects.
These projects will be located in various Perth suburbs, including Kenwick, High Wycombe, Fremantle, Bentley, and Wellard.
Additionally, $423,574 has been earmarked for electrical infrastructure to support a youth crisis and transitional accommodation project in Midland.
The fund is designed to assist the industry with upfront costs for connecting essential services such as water, wastewater, and electricity.
This latest investment brings the total number of supported apartment and infill projects to 100, potentially delivering more than 6,900 dwellings across metropolitan Perth.
In regional areas, a key worker housing project in Kalbarri and a community housing project in Albany will share $348,229 to provide essential infrastructure for 19 new dwellings.
The government is also exploring a market-led proposal to unlock land for up to 4,000 new homes in Perth’s growing north-eastern corridor.
WA Premier Roger Cook highlighted the government’s commitment to addressing housing pressures, stating: “We know there are pressures out there in the housing market, but our policies are working, and we’re getting more homes built.”
Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti shone light on the importance of strategic and innovative approaches to unlock residential land, particularly in high-priority areas and near the new METRONET Morley-Ellenbrook Line.
Planning Minister John Carey reiterated the government’s record $4.5 billion investment in housing and homelessness measures.
He also noted that applications for certain funding streams will remain open until June 30, 2025, to provide further opportunities for supporting new housing developments.
This comprehensive approach demonstrates the WA government’s commitment to addressing Western Australia’s housing challenges through a combination of immediate action and long-term planning.