Housing in crisis: Election Q&A with Bennelong MP Jerome Laxale

Join Bennelong MP Jerome Laxale, Everybody’s Home spokesperson Maiy Azize and CEO of the Tenants’ Union of NSW Leo Patterson Ross for a crucial community conversation on housing ahead of the 2025 federal election. This discussion will bring together key community organisations and voters to discuss the most pressing housing challenges in Bennelong and explore solutions for a more affordable and fair housing system.

With housing affordability and availability at a breaking point, millions of Australians are struggling to find a safe, secure place to call home. This event offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from Mr Laxale about his vision for addressing these challenges and to engage in a collaborative discussion on how we can create a fairer housing system for all.

Joined by key sector organisations, the event will allow the local community to ask questions and raise issues that matter most to Bennelong, ensuring everyone’s voice is heard in this important conversation.

When: Tuesday February 25, 2025, 12.30pm Sydney time (AEDT)

Where: Online

Register online to join the conversation and help shape Bennelong’s housing future.

Meet our panel:

Maiy Azize

Maiy is National Spokesperson for Everybody’s Home. She is also the Deputy Director of Anglicare Australia - a network of welfare and caring organisations linked to the Anglican Church.

Leo Patterson Ross

Leo is the CEO of the Tenants’ Union of NSW and has worked in housing justice and community development for 15 years. He has spent more than a decade advocating for and assisting renters.

Jerome Laxale

Jerome is the Labor member for Bennelong, serving on Ryde council from 2012 including as the mayor for five years. He is passionate about health, housing, enhancing multiculturalism, and prioritising effective local representation.