Development

Only in SATURDAY: private developers look to affordable housing to de-risk projects

Jun 27 2024 Updated June 27, 2024

Caroline Egan

1 min read

Fresh Hope Communities' Nightingale affordable housing development in Marrickville, Sydney

With the Federal Government throwing cash at affordable housing, how are developers de-risking their projects amid soaring development costs?

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Development

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