Wagga Wagga's homeless in fear as they await response to crisis
The NSW Minister for Homelessness visited Wagga Wagga to address the ongoing housing crisis following a tragic incident involving a newborn. Many individuals living in makeshift camps are anxious about potential eviction by an emergency task force. While temporary housing solutions are being discussed, concerns remain about their suitability for those with specific needs.
- ▪NSW Minister for Homelessness Rose Jackson visited Wagga Wagga to discuss the city's housing crisis.
- ▪Many people living in makeshift camps fear eviction by an emergency task force.
- ▪Twelve prefabricated homes will be added to the city's social housing stock from June.
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NSW homelessness minister visits Wagga Wagga amid accommodation crisisLBy Lauren PezetABC RiverinaTopic:HomelessnessThu 21 May 2026 at 5:04pmThu 21 May 2026 at 5:04pmThu 21 May 2026 at 5:04pmMany people have been living at a free camping spot in Wagga Wagga for several months. (ABC Riverina: Lauren Pezet)In short:NSW Minister for Homelessness Rose Jackson visited Wagga Wagga today to discuss the city's housing crisis with stakeholders, after a newborn died during birth at a makeshift camp.Many of those sleeping rough fear what will happen to them if and when an emergency task force set up to move them on will spring into action.What's next?Twelve prefabricated homes will be added to the city's social housing stock from June, but the minister acknowledges it is not a long-term…
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