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HOPE on the Today Show

Recently our CEO Phil White appeared on Channel 9’s Today Show with Karl Stefanovic and Sarah Abo to talk about HOPE’s shared equity model. The highlight was seeing Phil share the screen with HOPE homeowners Melissa and Jeremy, whose story shows…

May 25, 2026

Proving What Homeownership Makes Possible – 2025 Impact Report

HOPE Housing’s 2025 Impact Report shows that the change unlocked through homeownership is measurable, immediate and wide-reaching. Since November 2022, HOPE has helped 39 essential workers buy 26 homes across Greater Sydney delivering a Social Return on Investment of 14.6%,…

April 7, 2026

A Place to Call Home

A Sydney police officer achieves homeownership through shared equity, reducing stress, supporting family life and staying close to the community he serves.

April 7, 2026

2025 in Review: Growth, Momentum and the Road Ahead

As 2025 draws to a close, we’re pleased to report positive progress from HOPE Housing Residential Property Trust (the HOPE Fund). Three new homes have been purchased in Seven Hills, Engadine and Greys Point, supporting four police officers and one…

December 18, 2025

A Home in the Heart of Community

Melissa and Jeremy have spent more than a decade building their lives around Balmain and Rozelle teaching, ministering, raising three children and pouring their all into a community they loved. But while their roots run deep, their housing situation never…

December 18, 2025

Stacey and Andrew: Building a Future with HOPE

When Stacey and Andrew thought about their future, homeownership was always central. Stacey is an Assistant Principal at a primary school in Sydney’s eastern suburbs and Andrew works with Border Force at Sydney Airport. Both are proud to serve their…

October 16, 2025

From Housing Stress to Community Strength: Eliza and Todd’s Journey with HOPE

Eliza, a dedicated nurse, and Todd, a passionate community pastor, were raising their young children amidst the constant pressure of housing uncertainty on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. With strong community ties, both personally and professionally, in the Northern Beaches, relocation was…

July 23, 2025

Shining a Light on Solutions: The NSW Essential Worker Housing Inquiry

Over the past year, the NSW Parliament’s Select Committee on Essential Worker Housing has set out to tackle a critical question: How can we ensure essential workers like nurses, teachers, police officers and paramedics are able to afford a home…

July 23, 2025

HOPE Welcomes NSW Government Findings and Offers Proven Solution

Essential workers are the backbone of our communities — but for too many, finding a stable home close to work is increasingly out of reach. The NSW Legislative Assembly Select Committee’s final report on Essential Worker Housing, released last week,…

June 17, 2025

CEO Update – May 2025

At HOPE, our mission is simple – help essential workers own homes closer to where they work. This goal continues to drive everything we do, and the first quarter of 2025 has set a strong foundation for the growth ahead.

May 2, 2025

Industry Veteran Michael Dwyer AM Appointed as HOPE’s Inaugural Chair

HOPE Housing is delighted to announce that respected industry leader Michael Dwyer AM has been appointed as our inaugural Chairperson, marking a significant milestone in HOPE’s journey and a step forward as we prepare to scale. Michael’s appointment comes…

April 4, 2025

Delivering More Impact in 2024: The Results Are In

The 2024 Social Impact Results for HOPE Housing are now available. Our social return on investment for 2024 has risen to 14.4%, up from 13.5% in 2023, with total social value created reaching $1.96 million, a significant step up from…

February 28, 2025

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