Australian Government Faces Housing Policy Backlash

Labor's proposed housing bills, aimed at addressing the housing crisis through initiatives like Help to Buy and Build to Rent, are facing significant opposition from both the Coalition and the Greens, contributing to a drop in Labor's support in recent polling. The Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, has criticized this opposition, labeling it a political maneuver while emphasizing the importance of passing these reforms. The Greens have indicated a potential shift in their stance, suggesting they might support the housing bill if capital gains tax changes are made. Meanwhile, accusations have surfaced from Labor officials claiming the Greens are forming an alliance with the Coalition to block essential housing policies, further complicating the political landscape. In Victoria, the Greens have also condemned the Labor government's lack of transparency regarding the demolition of public housing towers, calling the plan a