Published on Friday 03, May 2024

Public housing residents to continue the fight to save their homes  

MELBOURNE, VICTORIA: The fight to save public housing from demolition is set to continue after the Supreme Court of Victoria gave residents the opportunity to seek another judicial review of the government’s decision today.   

The Supreme Court of Victoria has decided to dismiss the public housing class action in its current form and the matter will return to court for another hearing, which will give the residents a chance to submit an argument against Homes Victoria instead of Cabinet.  

Inner Melbourne Community Legal’s (IMCL) Louisa Bassini said public housing residents will continue to protect their rights. 

“The public housing towers are home to vibrant and diverse communities of people who rely on each other and that housing for their safety and wellbeing.  The residents are filled with doubt and uncertainty about their future, and they need answers,” Ms Bassini said.   

“They don’t know what will happen to their homes or where they will end up.  It’s devastating and traumatic.” 

The matter will return to the Supreme Court of Victoria later this month.  

Background  

Inner Melbourne Community Legal (IMCL) works for inclusive and safe communities and the full realisation of human rights, which includes advocating for systemic change in law.  

Media Enquiries  

For further information:  

Connie Agius, Inner Melbourne Community Legal  

(03) 9328 1885 or connie.agius@imcl.org.au