Welcoming Our New Chair – Carmen Osborne

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Carmen Osborne as the new Chair of the Women’s Housing Company Limited Board of Directors.

Carmen brings with her over 35 years of experience in planning and property development, with a strong track record in leading complex master planning, rezoning, and development approval processes across a diverse range of projects.

Carmen is passionate about innovative housing models, with a particular focus on housing for women, seniors, and specialist disability accommodation. Her role on the Independent Living Villages Board further reflects her commitment to creating inclusive, sustainable communities.

In preparation for this transition, Carmen has spent the past six months working closely with outgoing Chair Alice Spizzo, gradually assuming Chair responsibilities as part of a structured handover plan. This thoughtful transition ensures continuity and stability in our leadership – passing the baton from one inspiring leader to another.

We look forward to continuing the strong governance and strategic direction of our organisation with Carmen at the helm.

News & Stories

Finding Purpose, Building Futures

A sense of purpose can be transformative. Through the Women’s Housing Company’s Purposeful Pathways program, women facing a range of personal, social and economic barriers are supported to build confidence, develop new skills and pursue education, employment and volunteering opportunities that help them achieve their goals. Arpita, WHC’s Purposeful Pathways Coordinator, works alongside women everyday […]

October 20, 2026

Miranda’s Story

 When Miranda first walked into Women’s Housing Company for her initial appointment, she shared a simple but powerful concern: “I think I want to work, but I’m scared about how to start.” Although she had always embraced opportunities with passion and dedication, Miranda carried the weight of a negative past work experience that had shaken […]

October 20, 2026

Craft, connection and community

What starts as a simple craft session at Liverpool Women’s Health Centre often becomes the first step towards something much bigger for Women’s Housing Company tenants. Funded by Women’s Housing Company and hosted at Liverpool Women’s Health Centre, a weekly craft group provides a welcoming space where women can build confidence, form friendships and access […]

October 20, 2026
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
The Women’s Housing Company acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora nation as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate, and pays respect to Elders both past and present.

Welcoming Our New Chair – Carmen Osborne