Authorities in New South Wales are escalating efforts to clear a long-standing riverside encampment in Wagga Wagga, with the state government recently relocating a homeless individual back to New Zealand rather than providing temporary housing. The move follows months of attempts to address the encampment, which gained attention after a tragic incident in May involving the death of a newborn during a birth in a tent. Officials have framed the actions as part of broader efforts to resolve the situation, though concerns remain over the adequacy of support for vulnerable residents. The case highlights ongoing tensions between homelessness services and enforcement measures in addressing informal settlements.
Local council and state government attempting to move on residents living in an encampment by the river in Wagga WaggaGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe New South Wales government paid for a homeless man in Wagga Wagga to be sent back to New Zealand instead of offering him temporary accommodation, in an attempt to move on residents living in an encampment by a river.The local council and state government have been attempting to clear out the encampment for several months after a newborn baby died in May when its mother gave birth to twins in a tent. Continue reading...
