2025 Lake Macquarie Report Reveals Critical Mismatch in Housing Supply

Pacific Link Housing has released its first ‘State of Affordable Housing in Lake Macquarie 2025’ report, following the success of its prior reports focused on the Central Coast. The document highlights the need for more diverse and affordable housing solutions in the Lake Macquarie region which is experiencing a mismatch in housing demand and supply, leading to a significant shortfall in affordable housing availability.

Safe Haven for Older Women Facing Homelessness

Pacific Link Housing has announced a significant increase in the availability of safe, temporary accommodation for older women facing homelessness in Lake Macquarie. A disused aged care facility owned by Anglican Care has been transformed into ‘Tingira House’. This property now offers 20 studio units with access to communal lounges, kitchens, laundry facilities and gardens, all tailored for women over 55. As the region’s first ‘meanwhile use’ project of this type, it not only re-purposes a vacant property but also provides safe, secure, temporary homes to one of the community’s most vulnerable groups.

$20 Million Domestic Violence Trauma Recovery Centre for the Central Coast

A $20 million bipartisan Federal commitment has been announced to fund the delivery of a Domestic Violence Women and Children’s Trauma Centre on the Central Coast, in response to a proposal by Pacific Link Housing and the Central Coast Community Women’s Health Centre, following extensive advocacy efforts across the sector.

More support for Central Coast women facing homelessness

Pacific Link Housing were proud to welcome Minister Rose Jackson to Allawah House, a collaborative ‘meanwhile use’ project delivered in partnership with Women’s Community Shelters’ and Homes NSW. Located on the Central Coast, Allawah House provides a safe, supportive environment for women facing homelessness, by repurposing a vacant aged care facility into a place of dignity and hope.

Pacific Link Housing Publishes First Annual ESG Report

Pacific Link Housing is proud to release its 2024 ESG Impact Report, outlining the organisation’s progress in environmental sustainability, social impact and governance. As a Tier One Community Housing Provider, this inaugural report highlights Pacific Link Housing’s commitment to responsible and sustainable housing solutions across the Central Coast, Lake Macquarie and Hunter regions.

Unlocking Opportunities with Transport Oriented Developments

The Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Program represents a transformative approach to urban planning in NSW, offering significant opportunities to address housing affordability while enhancing connectivity and sustainability. At Pacific Link Housing, we are excited about the potential of this program to deliver critical housing supply, particularly in the Central Coast, Lake Macquarie and Newcastle regions. […]

Renew Projects’ Early Success Leads to Charitable Donation

Renew Projects, a multi-trade service and subsidiary of Pacific Link Housing, achieved a significant milestone in its journey towards sustainability and community support. Having commenced operations in February 2024, Renew Projects has made a substantial charitable contribution of $3,000 to Pacific Link Housing.

Pacific Link Housing Launches Renew Projects

Pacific Link Housing, the only Tier One Community Housing Provider headquartered on the Central Coast, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest social enterprise, Renew Projects.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Pacific Link Housing, a non-profit and registered charity, Renew Projects has been established as a multi-trade service to provide property maintenance and renovation services across the Central Coast, Lake Macquarie and Newcastle regions.