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flag A Victorian inquiry criticizes Labor's rebranding of public housing as "social housing," citing higher costs, displacement of First Nations people, and lack of transparency.

flag A Victorian parliamentary inquiry has revealed concerns over the government’s plan to replace aging public housing towers, with critics accusing the Labor government of misleading the public by rebranding public housing as "social housing" to facilitate privatization. flag The report found the move would cost 10% more due to tax laws and criticized the displacement of First Nations communities, calling treaty processes inadequate. flag Opposition and Greens leaders condemned the plan as unethical and demanded transparency, while Labor MPs defended the demolition, citing safety risks like lifts too small for ambulances. flag The findings are expected to influence future housing policy in Melbourne.

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