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Hunter family forced to live in car after struggle to secure safe social housing
8 April, 2025

NBN News can reveal the shocking conditions homeless families are being subjected to in the Hunter.
Forced to live in substandard crisis accommodation, as they wait for a permanent roof over their heads.
It’s prompted the state government to review a number of providers.
JESMOND EXECUTIVE VILLAS STATEMENT:
‘Our property consistently maintains the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and maintenance, and we believe these images do not accurately reflect the quality of our facilities.
We remain fully committed to assisting those in need…
we remain steadfast in our commitment to providing the best possible accommodation to vulnerable individuals and families.’ – Anthony Hughes, Jesmond Executive Villas Directo
Hunter family forced to live in car after struggle to secure safe social housing
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