SocietyNSW government paid to send homeless man to New Zealand instead of offering housing

The New South Wales government paid $1,797 for Mark Hudson, a homeless man living in a Wagga Wagga riverside encampment, to fly to New Zealand rather than initially providing temporary accommodation. The flight was cancelled, and after Guardian Australia contacted the government, Hudson was offered housing, which he is expected to enter next week. Residents have faced pressure and fines as authorities seek to clear the camp.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-09-12 20:00Original