{"title":"Peter Mares","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the insightful works of \u003cem\u003ePeter Mares\u003c\/em\u003e, a prominent author known for his contributions to understanding complex societal issues. His writing spans across topics of housing, migration, and public policy, making a significant impact in the field of \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMares's book, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNo Place Like Home: Repairing Australia's Housing Crisis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, offers a comprehensive examination of Australia's housing challenges. Through detailed analysis and engaging narrative, Mares sheds light on the systemic factors influencing the housing market and offers thought-provoking solutions aimed at addressing the crisis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePeter Mares combines his expertise with an accessible writing style, making his works both educational and engaging for readers interested in understanding the socioeconomic aspects that shape our environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"no-place-like-home-repairing-australias-housing-crisis-by-peter-mares-9781925603873","title":"No Place Like Home: Repairing Australia's Housing Crisis","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no doubt Australia is in the grip of a housing crisis. From hotly contested think pieces and intergenerational mud-slinging to embattled episodes of Q\u0026amp;A and the much-maligned smashed avocado, it seems everyone has an opinion on the topic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore than a million lower-income households in Australia pay above the affordability benchmark for their housing costs. More than 100,000 people are homeless, and seventy per cent of us are concerned we'll never own property. Yet, owning a home is still seen by most Australians as an essential part of our way of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is generally accepted that Australia is in the grip of a housing crisis. However, we are divided—along class, generational, and political lines—about what to do about it. Award-winning journalist Peter Mares draws on academic research, statistical data, and personal interviews to create a clear picture of Australia's housing problems and offer practical solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly informed and eminently readable, \u003cem\u003eNo Place Like Home\u003c\/em\u003e cuts through the noise and asks the common-sense questions about why we do housing the way we do, and what the alternatives might be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46342658031852,"sku":"9781925603873","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16364063482873.jpg?v=1743931378"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/peter-mares.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}