Queensland's Social Housing Industry continues to benefit

Queensland’s contribution to the nation wide stimulus has been further bolstered by the completion of affordable housing projects throughout Central Queensland and in particular in the Bundaberg region.

To address the waiting list for affordable housing a cluster of nine two-bedroom units was recently completed and introduced into the social housing pool within eight months of commencement.

Local builder, Dukewood Homes Pty Ltd has been able to provide secure employment for 13 tradespeople including two apprentices for the duration of construction. Local industry has been further supported through the preferential use of local suppliers throughout the Bundaberg region.

By adopting sustainable design principles in construction, the complex has achieved a five-star energy efficiency rating, assisting residents in reducing their household bills.

The site was chosen in close proximity to local infrastructure to give tenants easy access to shops and public transport as well as providing substantial car parking facilities for tenants and visitors for greater accessibility.

New resident Mrs. Leverton said, “As a wife and fulltime carer of my husband who has disabilities, this housing has made a huge difference in both our lives.

Managed and maintained by the Bundaberg Housing Company the units have also been provided with open space as a private garden to each dwelling.

“I am able to concentrate on caring for my husband without the worries of maintaining a yard and constantly moving from house to house when owners decide to sell,” she said.