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Leaked Treasury reports widely suggest that Australia’s housing targets will remain unmet, with aims to build 1.2 million homes by 2029 unlikely to be achieved. Meanwhile, the government’s immigration policies seem disconnected from the realities of housing affordability. Andrew, a commentator on the topic, highlights that Australia has already welcomed 1.1 million migrants, with net permanent migration projected to reach 600,000 by the end of 2023—raising fears that urban and suburban infrastructure will become overwhelmed.