Opened the debate
Templeman reported that DV West had secured funding from the Housing Australia Future Fund to purchase transitional accommodation units in the Blue Mountains. Templeman noted that the government had invested significantly more in crisis accommodation than the previous administration and commended state funding for local support services. Templeman praised a community event organised by Rotarians to raise awareness and funds for domestic violence organisations. Templeman recognised the 60th anniversary of the Katoomba/Leura Rural Fire Brigade and honoured volunteers who received National Medals for their long service. Templeman raised the issue of unaffordable flood insurance in the Hawkesbury-Nepean region and announced a forum to discuss solutions. Templeman also highlighted the expansion of the home ownership guarantee scheme, noting that it now has no income limits and applies to all first-home buyers.