Can high-density living meet growing housing demand?

ABC NEWS (Australia) 2025-02-13

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The classic Australian dream of a suburban home with a big backyard is shifting as policymakers race to meet growing housing demand. With supply struggling to keep up, there’s a push to build up rather than out in major cities—but questions remain about whether high-density living can truly meet changing needs.

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