The tragic discovery of a deceased newborn at a homeless encampment near Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, has ignited outrage among local residents. The encampment, situated along the Murrumbidgee River, lacks access to essential facilities, with the nearest public toilets located a 10-15 minute walk away. Residents have described conditions as worse than those in a war zone, prompting calls for immediate improvements in sanitation and housing. The mother, who is Indigenous, was living in the camp with her partner when she went into labor. While she was hospitalized, her surviving twin was transferred to a hospital in Sydney. Local officials, including city councillor Amelia Parkins, have acknowledged the urgent need for better amenities and are advocating for the New South Wales government to invest in social housing. Currently, the waitlist for social housing in the area stands at about 700 people, with vulnerable individuals facing waits of up to four years for assistance. Community leaders are urging for practical solutions to address the homelessness crisis, emphasizing that access to clean water and sanitation is a fundamental human right. The NSW housing minister, Rose Jackson, and local officials are set to meet to discuss the implications of this tragedy and potential responses.