About NRH
About Us
At Northern Rivers Housing, we believe everyone deserves a place to call home.
Northern Rivers Housing (NRH) is a not-for-profit community housing provider committed to delivering safe, secure and affordable homes across the Northern Rivers region of NSW.
We are a Tier 1 Registered Community Housing Provider based in the Northern Rivers.
NRH is proud to be a Tier 1 registered community housing provider – the highest accreditation level under the National Regulatory System for Community Housing (NRSCH). This means we meet the strictest national standards in tenant outcomes, governance, financial sustainability, and risk management. Our Tier 1 status reflects our commitment to quality housing, responsible growth, and positive community impact.
Who We Are
We were established in 1984 as North Coast Community Housing (NCCH) to respond to rising housing needs in the region. In 2023, we became Northern Rivers Housing (NRH), a name that reflects our strong connection to the region and our focus on place-based housing solutions.
We’ve spent the last 40 years supporting people to access safe, secure homes and we continue to grow in response to our community’s needs.
What We Do
We currently manage over 1,700 tenancies – ranging from Tweed Heads to Clarence Valley – supporting individuals and families through a diverse range of programs including social housing, affordable housing, Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and temporary accommodation / or other programs in collaboration with government agencies.
Who We Support
Our tenants and residents come from all walks of life and include older people, single parents, First Nations people, people living with disability, people escaping domestic violence, and people experiencing housing stress or who are at risk of homelessness. We are dedicated to supporting our tenants to live well and sustain their housing, while contributing positively to their communities.
Our Values
Our refreshed values were developed in collaboration with all NRH employees in 2024 as part of a shared commitment to who we are, how we work and what we stand for.
They reflect the voices of our team – from front line staff to leadership, and guide how we support tenants, work with partners and build strong communities across the Northern Rivers.
We help people home
Home is at our core. We build trust through transparency, uphold the highest standards in every action and consistently deliver on our promises.
We embrace the challenge
Innovation drives us. We actively explore new horizons, embrace bold ideas, and redefine norms.
We build with heart & balance
We meet people where they are, working to create fair housing outcomes and an inclusive environment that honours everyone’s diverse needs and histories.Â
We strive for better
We are committed to continuous improvement, learning from the past to shape a safer and more effective future. We aim to become a benchmark in the Northern Rivers region and beyond by embedding safety and excellence in all aspects of our business.
We are sustainable beyond any individual or building
We are committed to making conscious, impactful decisions that ensure the sustainability of our operations, the housing industry and contribute positively to the wellbeing of the environment and the community. We aim for a lasting legacy that transcends individuals and benefits society.
Recent News
Introducing a More flexible, Community-Based Service Model
We’re evolving how we deliver our services across the Clarence Valley to better connect with the communities we...
New Homes on the Way
Bluegum Way, Grafton, is our New Generation Housing development designed to raise the bar for what community housing...
Recent Award
The Callistemon Street, Casino New Generation Housing development recently won a Master Builders’ Association (MBA)...