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Homelessness on the rise locally

June 13, 2023 7:31 am in by

The number of people who are considered homeless in Mildura has increased over five years.

Figures show the number has increased by ninety-six per cent.

Official data shows two-hundred and sixty-four people were homeless in 2016 in the Mildura electorate, increasing to five-hundred and eighteen per cent in 2021.

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The data includes people living in their cars, boarding homes or temporary accommodation.

Experts say property prices have increased in regional centres, while social housing waiting lists also increase.

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