New peak body set to improve First Nations housing outcomes in South Australia

The South Australian government will commit $2.5 million over five years to support the South Australian Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation Network (SAACCON) in establishing a peak body to improve First Nations housing outcomes.

The funding will be delivered through the South Australian Housing Trust.

According to a communique from the state government, the peak body will:

The communique notes that the body will "consult with communities and Aboriginal housing and homelessness services to effectively support and advocate for the needs of Aboriginal South Australians. It will also advise the government on how it can better interact, consult with and serve communities."

Deputy Premier of South Australia and Minister for Aboriginal Affairs Kyam Maher commented, "Establishing a peak body led by Aboriginal people to support South Australian Aboriginal communities is a key initiative to help us meet the housing Closing the Gap target and I'm pleased we have taken this meaningful action to help tackle this vital issue."

Co-convenor of SAACCON Christine Thyer said their organisation welcomes the partnership and investment. "It reflects the trust placed in Aboriginal organisations to lead solutions that meet the real needs of our people. The peak body will ensure our voices are heard and our rights respected."