What if Australia’s housing crisis wasn’t just a problem — but a chance to build something better? In the Home Front, we unpack the historical, cultural, and political forces that shaped our national obsession with home ownership. 

From post-war prosperity to suburban ideals, we explore how the dream took root.

Hosted by Professor of Architecture (UTS) Anthony Burke, this series asks: can we reimagine the Dream? 

For more conversations about design with Anthony Burke & friends, head to  Lifestyle on ABC iView

Production assistance this week by Rachael Bongiorno.

Guests in this episode:  

• Dr Rebecca Huntly, writer and social analyst and  Director of Research at the agency 89DegreesEast. 
• Dr Tom Alves, Head of Development at Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute (AHURI), 
• Tim Ross, comedian, broadcaster, architecture & design commentator, and curator of the  State Library of NSW exhibition The Australian Dream?