Renters struggle to afford essentials with reduced income

Rochelle Kirkham
Updated April 14 2021 - 11:35pm, first published October 16 2020 - 6:00pm
COVID-19 has left renters hungry and unable to fix it
COVID-19 has left renters hungry and unable to fix it

Almost 40 per cent of renters cannot afford bills, clothing, transport and food after paying rent because their incomes have been reduced due to COVID-19, new research has found.

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Rochelle Kirkham

Rochelle covers court and has a particular interest in social issues including homelessness, food security and family violence.

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