Tenant stories

Anna's story
Anna Rogalina is a woman with great courage and determination and is an invaluable resource to other tenants at Park Towers.

Jeffrey's story
When Jeffrey Robertson first saw his ground floor public housing apartment in North Fitzroy, he was so overwhelmed he cried with joy, 'I just burst into tears and thought how perfect is this?' It was the opportunity for a new start. 

Kirsty's story
Life for Kirsty wasn't working out as she had planned, until she applied for a position with Wendouree Wellbeing as part of Neighbourhood Reweal.




Makbule's story
Makbule Ozalp loves her new home in the High Rise at Lygon Street. Makbule was offered the flat when the walk-ups in Carlton were demolished as part of the redevelopment. 

 

Michelle's story
Public housing for Michelle was a stepping stone which allowed her to get back on track and achieve her goals. 

Nhanh's story
Nhanh Ho arrived with his family from Vietnam when he was three years old. While their first accommodation may have been what he describes as 'a shed', they soon moved into public housing in the Springvale area.