"It is time to fix homelessness. It is long overdue. Seventeen years of economic growth yet the number of homeless people has risen. I was asked to address what should be considered if we are to make the most of the opportunity offered by the Federal Government. I will address what’s different, what’s possible, and what’s needed. Many of us have worked in this area for decades. Even when its been really tough – we have kept the ideal alive – social justice and the elimination of homelessness. The task ahead is huge and it won’t happen overnight. But it must happen..."