The homelessness crisis gripping Melbourne

By Aisha Dow
Updated July 18 2016 - 1:13am, first published 12:15am
Emma is homeless and sleeps in front of the David Jones store in Bourke Street. Photo: Justin McManus
Emma is homeless and sleeps in front of the David Jones store in Bourke Street. Photo: Justin McManus

Homelessness in Melbourne has reached "emergency" levels, with the city overwhelmed by rough sleepers and welfare agencies unable to meet surging demand for housing.

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