FIVE new homes in Tennant Creek have been completed by a community housing provider and charity – Venture Housing Company.

The new homes on Peko Road will be leased to key workers on low to moderate incomes, under a turnkey contract delivery by T&J Contractors.

NT Indigenous enterprise, Dice Australia, was also involved in the project, providing solar power to the dwellings to make them even more affordable for the tenants.

Venture’s Chair Allan McKill said they had previously identified the clear need for affordable housing in Tennant Creek and undertook research and engagement within the town, noting the constraints on employers and the local economy.

“Venture’s innovation and leadership is targeted where the need for affordable housing arises across the Northern Territory, and Venture’s investment will make a profound and lasting impact for good in individuals’ lives,” he said.

“Inclusive, caring and approachable, Venture provides homes to those who cannot afford to rent in the private market but who do not qualify for public housing. 

“Thus Venture is critical to meeting the affordable housing gap and ensuring that the low income earners vital to the NT economy have homes.” 

T&J Contractors Managing Director Tony Civitarese said they were proud to have constructed and delivered a high quality and secure residential complex which will provide five homes for individuals and families in Tennant Creek.

“This initiative with Venture will considerable assist local businesses to retain their key workers on low to moderate incomes,” he said.