Homeless people in Sydney 'tent city' turn down offers of homes
Homeless people living in Sydney's 'tent city' have reportedly turned down offers of permanent housing. Dozens of tents have been erected in the CBD forecourt since December with the number continuing to grow despite attempts by authorities to move people on. Dozens of tents have been erected in the CBD forecourt since December with the number continuing to grow despite attempts by authorities to move people on. Source: AAP As the NSW state government and Sydney City Council continue their war of words over who is to blame, those living amongst the homeless pop-up are refusing offers of warm homes. One couple was reportedly offered permanent housing in a unit on Pittwater Rd for the heavily discounted rate of $120 per week, far less than the $530 it usually goes for. The deal, which included a bed, television and other furniture was knocked back on July 17. Further homeless squatters also snubbed homes in Kingsford and Stanmore, opting to stay in their make...