‘Only fair’: housing developers to help pay for new infrastructure in Victorian trial

Pilot program that ties funds for public amenities to construction will start in 2027 in selected Melbourne ‘activity centres’, premier saysFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Victorian premier, Jacinta Allan, says an overhaul of the state’s infrastructure contribution scheme will ensure communities that build more homes will receive funding for key amenities like schools and parks.With her government’s third housing policy announcement in as many days Allan on Tuesday flagged a revamped state-wide pilot infrastructure contribution program.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…



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Author : Adeshola Ore and Australian Associated Press

Publish date : 2024-10-22 02:39:31

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