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27 February 2008

Homelessness

There seems to be a renewed energy from both sides of politics to tackle homelessness in Australia. We look at popular misconceptions around the 'homeless', hear about the 'newly homeless' in our booming West, and learn about new strategies in the UK which might point towards reforms here.

Ahead of a national conference on the issue later in the year, we're also asking for your ideas on how we can tackle homelessness.


Guests

Simon Smith - Executive officer, Homelessness Australia

Robyn Martin - Curtin University

Further Information

For a link to Homelessness Australia

For information about guest Robyn Martin

For a link to Mission Australia

Presenter

Paul Barclay

Story Researcher and Producer

Matthew Leonard

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