Rissa Blakely, a resident of Petrie in Queensland, has been struggling to find adequate housing for herself and her seven children. She has been denied access to social housing because the parenting payments she receives for six of her children exceed the income cut-offs established by the state. These cut-offs have remained unchanged for two decades, highlighting a systemic issue in the support available for families in need.

The Queensland housing minister has refused to comment on potential revisions to these income cut-offs, which adds to the uncertainty faced by many low-income families like Blakely's. As a result, she and her children are left living in a crowded tent, raising serious concerns about their safety and well-being as they face the dangers of homelessness. Blakely's situation underscores the growing crisis of affordable housing in Australia, particularly for families.

Blakely's plight brings attention to the inadequacies of the current housing policies and the need for reforms that would support those living in poverty. As she navigates government bureaucracy, which has demanded evidence of her inability to find private housing, her story reflects the broader struggles of many Australians experiencing homelessness and the urgent need for sustainable solutions.