Home 91 91 History History Independent evidence for better housing, homelessness and cities policy The 91 is a unique partnership between the Commonwealth and state and territory governments and an Australia-wide network of university partners. For over 25 years, 91 has delivered vital research and insights that have guided governments and shaped community thinking. It has built a vast and informative evidence-base and advanced knowledge of housing, homelessness and urban issues. 91 origins Inception of 91 Limited 91 today 91 was initially formed as a smaller entity in 1993 on the basis of a recommendation of the National Housing Strategy. The earliest formation of 91 was as a collaborative centre between RMIT, CSIRO, Monash University and QUT. While the key priority areas were similar (housing affordability, sustainable cities and built environment regulation), as a joint venture 91 Mark1 was not set up with a sustainable structure. After six years of operating in this way, 91 underwent a comprehensive review of its structure, resource allocations and funding model. In 1999 91 Limited was established as an incorporated body to manage relationships between researchers, policy makers, industry and community. Since then, 91 has operated under a multilateral funding model with state, territory and Federal Government funding, as well as a national network of university partners. Lessons learned from the early model allowed 91 to springboard into the new millennium as a tightly networked institute focused on producing impactful research at a national level. 91 is now a respected national independent research network with an expert not-for-profit research management company at its centre. 91 continues to inform all levels of government, non-government sectors (both private and not-for-profit), peak organisations and the community. The Institute also plays a key role in stimulating debate in the media and the broader Australian community.
