Summary

In this episode of Constructive Candour, Scott Hearneengages with John Engeler, CEO of Shelter NSW, to discuss the pressing housing crisis in Australia. They explore the challenges of homelessness, misconceptions surrounding it, and the importance of affordable and secure housing. John emphasizes the need for innovative solutions, including modern methods of construction and rethinking land ownership.

The conversation highlights the significance of personal stories in advocacy and the long-term goals of Shelter NSW in addressing housing insecurity. They also reflect on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and the future of housing in Australia.

Keywords

housing crisis, homelessness, Shelter NSW, modern methods of construction, affordable housing, land ownership, community housing, housing security, urban planning, social impact, construction industry, advocacy, urban planning, strata

Chapters

00:00 Intro - Constructive Candour

00:56 Guest Intro - John Engeler

01:30 Welcome John & Quick 3

04:33 Shelter NSW

05:57 Understanding Homelessness

09:29 The Importance of Housing Security

12:20 Snakes and Ladders of Housing

13:45 The Missing Middle x3

18:59 Housing Lessons from COVID-19

21:47 Thinking about Land...

23:32 Future of Housing: A New Approach

24:30 Shelter NSW advocacy

28:25 We are often forgetting the people

29:45 The Ongoing Housing Crisis

37:43 Quick Break - Do you want to understand more aboutMMC?

38:21 Where Does MMC fit into the picture?

40:30 The Future of Housing: Standardization andAffordability

42:04 Innovative Housing Solutions - Retirement

44:07 Fast Five (5)

46:53 Passion for Change: The Importance of Innovation

48:22 Festival of Ideas

50:54 Legacy and the Future of Housing Advocacy

52:11 Questions for Future Guests: Housing Ownership andSecurity

54:40 Exploring Alternatives to the Strata System

55:52 Future Guests of Constructive Candour

57:42 Thank you John

58:14 Outro

Takeaways

The housing crisis is deeply tied to how land is treated.

Strata systems may need to be re-evaluated for modern needs.

Homelessness encompasses more than just rough sleeping.

There is a significant gap in housing for the 'missing middle'.

COVID-19 highlighted the importance of housing security.

Housing should not be viewed solely as a social welfareissue.

Innovative construction methods can help address housingshortages.

Personal stories are crucial in advocating for housingsolutions.

The future of housing must include diverse ownership models.

Collaboration across sectors is essential for effective housing solutions.