The South Australian Government is making a record $1.5 billion investment in water and sewer infrastructure to remove critical barriers to the construction of new homes and unlock thousands of new allotments.
Originally established in 1936, the South Australian Housing Trust is widely recognised and associated with strong Government investment in quality public housing.
In 2018, SA Housing Authority (SAHA) was created and had responsibility for all functions of the Housing Trust.
As a result of decisions taken by former Governments, SAHA had a mandate to sell housing – which it did for 29 out of the past 30 years.
The South Australian Housing Trust will be responsible for enacting the Government’s reversal of this policy to stop the sale of 580 public housing properties over four years to 30 June 2026.
Not only has this government stopped the sale of public housing properties, it is also on track to deliver the biggest investment in public housing in decades, fast-tracking construction, with over 1,000 homes projected for completion by 2026.
Total commitments to public housing total 4,817 homes by 2026, including major updates and upgrades to existing homes.
Restoring the SA Housing Trust brand is a key initiative from the Premier’s Housing Roadmap.
By returning to this trusted name, the government is signalling a clear shift away from the sale of public housing and a renewed commitment to the original values and goals of the South Australian Housing Trust.