Critical lack of housing sees Maitland families spending winter in cars and tents

Chloe Coleman
June 9 2022 - 3:00pm
CRISIS: Maitland people and families are being forced to sleep in tents or in their cars after being knocked back for rental after rental. Picture: Karleen Minney.
CRISIS: Maitland people and families are being forced to sleep in tents or in their cars after being knocked back for rental after rental. Picture: Karleen Minney.

Maitland's ongoing accommodation shortage has fallen to an unprecedented and disturbing low, leaving struggling families no alternative but to sleep in cars and tents through freezing conditions.

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Chloe Coleman

Chloe Coleman

Journalist

Chloe Coleman is a journalist covering news in the Lower Hunter. Contact her on chloe.coleman@austcommunitymedia.com.au.

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