Stretched renters, disillusioned first-home buyers and those experiencing homelessness will be at the centre of a long-awaited national housing plan.
Consultation on the Albanese government's 10-year plan to deal with Australia's chronic housing challenges will start in the coming months.
Australia does not have a comprehensive national plan but does have what's known as the national housing and homelessness agreement, which essentially funnels Commonwealth cash into relevant state and territory programs.