Baby found dead at Wagga beach homeless encampment as mother and another infant taken to hospital
Summary
A baby was found dead in a tent at a homeless camp near Wagga beach in New South Wales. The mother and her other infant were taken to hospital, with the surviving baby in serious condition. Police said there were no signs of suspicious activity.Key Facts
- The incident happened at a homeless camp by the Murrumbidgee River near Wagga beach.
- A 37-year-old woman was with two infants; one baby was dead, and the other was critically ill.
- The mother and surviving infant were taken to hospital for treatment.
- Police found no suspicious circumstances in the baby’s death.
- Local officials say the homeless camp has grown larger each year due to a rise in people sleeping rough.
- Homelessness in Wagga Wagga has increased by 71% over eight years, with 257 homeless people recorded in 2024.
- The rental housing availability is extremely low, with a vacancy rate of 0.6% in the area.
- Local leaders call for urgent government action and more public housing to address the crisis.
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