Senator FARRELL (South Australia—Minister for Trade and Tourism, Special Minister of State and Deputy Leader of the Government in the Senate) (14:53): I thank Senator O'Neill for her ongoing interest in the issue of housing and homelessness. Our government understands that too many Australians are facing serious cost-of-living challenges, and many are struggling to buy a home or afford the rent. After a decade of inaction by the Liberals and the Nationals, it's clear that Australia doesn't have enough homes, and we haven't for a very long time. That is why the government has a goal of building 1.2 million homes by the end of the decade through our Homes for Australia Plan. That's a plan which experts say will improve affordability and reduce cost-of-living pressures for renters and homebuyers. Senator Cash interjecting— Senator FARRELL: I'm just about to tell you, Senator Cash. The budget includes $6.2 billion in new investment to build more homes and support Australians, bringing our government's new housing initiative to $32 billion. I will repeat that—$32 billion. And as a part of this, we have committed $1 billion to get homes built sooner. Homes for women and children fleeing family violence— Senator Cash: How many houses have you built? Senator FARRELL: and, Senator Cash, for young Australians. We know we need more tradies to build more homes, so we're investing in more fee-free TAFE places in the construction industry. We're also boosting the supply of social and affordable housing through our Housing Australia Future Fund, the Housing Accord and the Social Housing Accelerator. Together these investments will build more homes for Australians who need them and reduce cost-of-living pressures for renters and homebuyers. (Time expired) The PRESIDENT: Senator O'Neill, first supplementary?