Australia’s housing crisis is a complex issue fueled by a myriad of factors, including economic conditions, government policies, supply constraints, and population growth. While it might seem intuitive to blame overseas migration for exacerbating housing demand and driving up prices, reducing or even halting migration is not a silver bullet to resolve the crisis. In fact, addressing the real underlying issues requires a broader approach that goes beyond merely restricting immigration. The Role of Overseas Migration in Housing Demand Overseas migration has been a significant contributor to Australia’s population growth. And admittedly some see that as a negative thing. According