With official estimates putting the number of vacant and derelict homes above 100,000 across Australia, local governments and property lawyers argue they could be part of the solution to Australia’s apparent housing shortage. With official estimates putting the number of vacant and derelict homes above 100,000 across Australia, local governments and property lawyers argue they could be part of the solution to Australia’s apparent housing shortage. Property Prices, Real Estate Industry, Tax, Local Government, Rental Housing, Housing Policy, Housing Construction Industry Latest business news