Joint media release
Shadow Minister for Education, Senator for Victoria, Senator the Hon Sarah Henderson
Liberal for Bendigo, Matt Evans
The Coalition’s Housing Infrastructure Programme will help fast-track construction of up to 500,000 houses across the country, including Bendigo.
Senator for Victoria, Sarah Henderson this week joined Liberal candidate for Bendigo, Matt Evans on a visit to Villawood’s Imagine Estate in Strathfieldsaye to discuss the benefits of the Dutton Liberal National government proposal.
“Labor’s cost of living crisis is causing real hardship for local residents. So many people are struggling to pay the rent or mortgage, or even find an affordable place to live,” Mr Evans said.
“Our visit also confirmed the programme has the potential to boost housing supply,” Mr Evans said.
General manager of Villawood Bendigo, Julian Perez, said: “We would expect to be able to pass on savings to purchasers so it will be great for young families or downsizers looking to get into a new home.”
Senator Henderson said the Coalition’s commitment to fast track the construction of up to half a million homes was in stark contrast to Labor’s failure to deliver for the Bendigo electorate.
Senator Henderson and Mr Evans also visited the Bendigo Art Gallery to discuss the proposed $54 million redevelopment which requires $15 million from the federal government. The City of Greater Bendigo is awaiting the outcome of two federal funding applications for this project.
“Whether it’s the Bendigo Art Gallery, vital road and rail upgrades or housing infrastructure, Labor has been asleep at the wheel,” Senator Henderson said.
“Bendigo MP Lisa Chesters talked a big game in opposition, but has delivered very little since the Albanese government was elected.
“The Housing Infrastructure Programme would fund power, sewerage and other services as well as local roads to unlock housing supply and is a great example of practical action by the Coalition.
“We are determined to get Australia back on track which includes taking action on the issues which matter to regional Victorians,” Senator Henderson said.
Liberal candidate for Bendigo, Matt Evans, Villawood Bendigo general manager, Julian Perez, and Senator for Victoria, Sarah Henderson, at Villawood’s Imagine Estate in Strathfieldsaye.
Liberal candidate for Bendigo, Matt Evans.