अस्ट्रेलियामा कम आय भएका, आफ्नो घर किन्ने आर्थिक अवस्थामा नरहेका र निजि क्षेत्रमा घर भाँडामा लिन नसक्नेहरुका लागि सरकार द्वारा सार्वजनिक आवास स्थान प्रदान गरिन्छ। धेरै खाँचो रहेकाहरुलाई आवासको लागि प्राथमिकता दिइन्छ।
Am I eligible?
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Humanitarian entrants must meet the same requirements as other Australians to be eligible for public housing. They are not given preferential treatment and must remain on waiting lists, as do other Australians in need of public housing.
Where can I live?
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You can choose a number of preferred areas but not specific suburbs. However, you can always change your preferred area while your application is on the register. You can also ask for a specific type of housing if you have medical requirements like wheelchair access. You may need to fill out a separate form .
How long will I have to wait?
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Depending on the state, the wait can range from a few months to a few years. It also depends on your circumstances. It may be affected by the location you have chosen, the number of homes in demand, the number of applicants registered or if you have special modification requirements. For example there are in Victoria now. However, these properties are usually in remote or rural areas.
How much rent will I pay?
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You still need to pay rent, but it's adjusted so it's never more than 25 per cent of your income, including wages and payments from Centrelink. For more information, see
How do I apply?
You can apply through your state housing authority who works out your eligibility. In Victoria you can go to for more information and access to the online and paper application forms.