Housing Crisis in New Zealand Revealed in Damning Human Rights Commission Report

A report by the Human Rights Commission highlights the ongoing housing crisis in New Zealand, with significant breaches of human rights within the housing sector. The report reveals that many vulnerable groups, including young people, refugees, Māori, Pasifika, single parents, the elderly, and disabled individuals, continue to struggle with housing affordability and access to healthy homes. Rental properties, in particular, are found to have issues such as mould and dampness that can make people sick. The report makes six recommendations to address the crisis, including legislative recognition of the right to a decent home and better protection for renters and residents in emergency housing. The government is urged to prioritize addressing the housing crisis and ensure dignity and care are central to the housing system.