Rough sleeper support funding limited to one year, leaving services in uncertainty

The Government allocated $14.54 million on 16 June 2026 for outreach and support services targeting people sleeping rough. The one-year appropriation leaves providers uncertain whether funding will continue beyond 2026. Sustained relationships between outreach workers and clients are essential; funding gaps disrupt these connections. How the Government treats this allocation next year—rolling it into ongoing funding or requiring providers to re-compete—will indicate its practical commitment to reducing rough sleeping.