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Independent Review on Homelessness Response in Queensland

The Queensland Government has commissioned an Independent Review of the homelessness system and services response (the review).  


The review will provide an independent assessment of Queensland’s current response to homelessness and identify recommendations and opportunities on ways to improve how homelessness services are delivered in the future.


The review is being led by Independent Reviewer, Ms Rachel Hunter. A dedicated project team of technical specialists including analysts, strategy advisors and homelessness sector experts will be supporting the review process.


The review is an important step towards ending homelessness in Queensland.


July 2024 update

 

Phase 1 findings 

The Independent Reviewer provided a Review Update to the Minister which outlines the initial findings. https://www.housing.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0019/64009/homelessness-response-queensland-review-update.pdf

 

The interim report summarises actions undertaken during Phase 1 of the Review. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state of homelessness, identifies gaps in the existing support systems, and includes recommendations for immediate actions to improve homelessness responses in the short term. These steps are paving the way for more comprehensive long-term reforms which will be outlined in the final report, to be released by January 2025. 

 

Phase 2 next steps

Consultation for Phase 2 has commenced with targeted stakeholders and priority groups. The Review team will conduct in-depth conversations across Queensland to explore the findings and potential solutions in greater detail.

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