Published on 10 January 2025
West Wimmera Shire Council is actively exploring opportunities to address the significant housing shortages impacting the region.
With very few homes currently available for rent across the entire shire, the housing shortage is placing pressure on local families, workers, and employers.
Council recognises the critical need for additional housing and has been working with stakeholders over the past few years to identify ways to improve housing supply.
To address the housing shortage, Council is investigating funding options from both state and federal government bodies to invest in housing developments in the shire.
Council will meet later this month to discuss the shires housing needs and its plans to address the shortage.
Chief Executive Officer David Bezuidenhout said there were several barriers to investing in housing in the region, but Council was committed to finding innovative solutions to alleviate the housing pressures in the community.
“Housing is one of the most significant challenges facing our community,” he said.
“Without enough homes, we can’t attract or retain the workers and families we need to grow and thrive.
“Council is determined to address this issue head-on.”
Council is exploring practical solutions that will increase housing supply and ease the burden on our rental market.
“Securing external funding is a key part of that strategy,” Mr Bezuidenhout said.
Further details will be shared as Council continues its efforts to provide much-needed housing for the West Wimmera community.