That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year. More than 17,000 single parents and single income families on the Central Coast will lose their Family Tax Benefit B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year. CUTS TO PENSIONS
More than 17,000 single parents and single income families on the Central Coast will lose their Family Tax Benefit B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year. CUTS TO PENSIONS In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of the Central Coast’s 66,000 pensioners.
CUTS TO PENSIONS In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of the Central Coast’s 66,000 pensioners. If the Liberals are re-elected, many pensioners from the Central Coast will lose up to $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment.
In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of the Central Coast’s 66,000 pensioners. If the Liberals are re-elected, many pensioners from the Central Coast will lose up to $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment. Under the Liberals, age pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will also have their pension reduced after six weeks.
If the Liberals are re-elected, many pensioners from the Central Coast will lose up to $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment. Under the Liberals, age pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will also have their pension reduced after six weeks. CUTS TO VULNERABLE AUSTRALIANS
In their 2014 Budget, the Liberals tried to leave young jobseekers with nothing to live on for six months. In 2015 they tried to leave them with nothing for a month. The Liberals also tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance These measures would have pushed young people into poverty.
In 2015 they tried to leave them with nothing for a month. The Liberals also tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance These measures would have pushed young people into poverty. A UNITED LABOR TEAM WILL PUT PEOPLE FIRST
The Liberals also tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance These measures would have pushed young people into poverty. A UNITED LABOR TEAM WILL PUT PEOPLE FIRST From the day Bill Shorten became Leader, Labor’s team has remained united, with a single-minded commitment to deliver those policies that put people first.
WE'LL PUT PEOPLE FIRST POSITIVE POLICY Labor's Positive Plan For Victoria
POSITIVE POLICY Labor's Positive Plan For Victoria VICTORIA LABOR’S POSITIVE POLICIES
Labor's Positive Plan For Victoria VICTORIA LABOR’S POSITIVE POLICIES A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTENThis election, my commitment to the people of Victoria is that I will always put people first.Labor has a clear plan to grow the economy in a way that protects jobs and improves living standards.Labor will protect Medicare, keep the price of medicine affordable and invest in Victoria’s hospitals.We will properly fund schools, reform TAFE and scrap the Liberals’ plans for $100,000 degrees."We will build the infrastructure that Victorians need to create well-paying jobs and drive long-term growth across the state."As the automotive industry declines, we will work with Victorian parts makers to open new markets for advanced manufacturing, here in Australia and overseas.We will protect penalty rates and scrap the Liberals’ harsh and unfair cuts to Paid Parental Leave and Family Tax Benefits.Labor’s plan also includes giving families immediate child care relief, tackling child care waiting lists and increasing access to outside school hours’ care.I believe Labor’s positive plan is the right one for my home state, Victoria.That’s why I will work every day to deliver for middle and working class families in Victoria.Australians deserve a Federal Government with a clear plan – not just a slogan.On July 2, Victorians will have a choice between Labor’s positive plan and the Liberals’ next round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so that Malcolm Turnbull can give a $50 billion tax cut to big business.Labor has developed more than 100 positive policies to build a fairer Australia – I invite you to read more about them at www.100positivepolicies.org.au.Bill Shorten
VICTORIA LABOR’S POSITIVE POLICIES A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTENThis election, my commitment to the people of Victoria is that I will always put people first.Labor has a clear plan to grow the economy in a way that protects jobs and improves living standards.Labor will protect Medicare, keep the price of medicine affordable and invest in Victoria’s hospitals.We will properly fund schools, reform TAFE and scrap the Liberals’ plans for $100,000 degrees."We will build the infrastructure that Victorians need to create well-paying jobs and drive long-term growth across the state."As the automotive industry declines, we will work with Victorian parts makers to open new markets for advanced manufacturing, here in Australia and overseas.We will protect penalty rates and scrap the Liberals’ harsh and unfair cuts to Paid Parental Leave and Family Tax Benefits.Labor’s plan also includes giving families immediate child care relief, tackling child care waiting lists and increasing access to outside school hours’ care.I believe Labor’s positive plan is the right one for my home state, Victoria.That’s why I will work every day to deliver for middle and working class families in Victoria.Australians deserve a Federal Government with a clear plan – not just a slogan.On July 2, Victorians will have a choice between Labor’s positive plan and the Liberals’ next round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so that Malcolm Turnbull can give a $50 billion tax cut to big business.Labor has developed more than 100 positive policies to build a fairer Australia – I invite you to read more about them at www.100positivepolicies.org.au.Bill Shorten LABOR WILL PROTECT VICTORIAN JOBS TODAY AND CREATE THE JOBS  OF THE FUTURE
A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTENThis election, my commitment to the people of Victoria is that I will always put people first.Labor has a clear plan to grow the economy in a way that protects jobs and improves living standards.Labor will protect Medicare, keep the price of medicine affordable and invest in Victoria’s hospitals.We will properly fund schools, reform TAFE and scrap the Liberals’ plans for $100,000 degrees."We will build the infrastructure that Victorians need to create well-paying jobs and drive long-term growth across the state."As the automotive industry declines, we will work with Victorian parts makers to open new markets for advanced manufacturing, here in Australia and overseas.We will protect penalty rates and scrap the Liberals’ harsh and unfair cuts to Paid Parental Leave and Family Tax Benefits.Labor’s plan also includes giving families immediate child care relief, tackling child care waiting lists and increasing access to outside school hours’ care.I believe Labor’s positive plan is the right one for my home state, Victoria.That’s why I will work every day to deliver for middle and working class families in Victoria.Australians deserve a Federal Government with a clear plan – not just a slogan.On July 2, Victorians will have a choice between Labor’s positive plan and the Liberals’ next round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so that Malcolm Turnbull can give a $50 billion tax cut to big business.Labor has developed more than 100 positive policies to build a fairer Australia – I invite you to read more about them at www.100positivepolicies.org.au.Bill Shorten LABOR WILL PROTECT VICTORIAN JOBS TODAY AND CREATE THE JOBS  OF THE FUTURE Labor is investing in the job-creating infrastructure that will create jobs and drive the Victorian economy for the next generation.
LABOR WILL PROTECT VICTORIAN JOBS TODAY AND CREATE THE JOBS  OF THE FUTURE Labor is investing in the job-creating infrastructure that will create jobs and drive the Victorian economy for the next generation. Labor is committed to ensuring every Victorian has the opportunity to work to their full capacity.
Labor is investing in the job-creating infrastructure that will create jobs and drive the Victorian economy for the next generation. Labor is committed to ensuring every Victorian has the opportunity to work to their full capacity. Our initiatives will create more than 5,000 real jobs for Victorians.
Labor is committed to ensuring every Victorian has the opportunity to work to their full capacity. Our initiatives will create more than 5,000 real jobs for Victorians. BUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIA NEEDS
Our initiatives will create more than 5,000 real jobs for Victorians. BUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIA NEEDS A Shorten Labor Government will build the infrastructure that Victoria needs.
BUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIA NEEDS A Shorten Labor Government will build the infrastructure that Victoria needs. Labor will invest: $380 million to support the Melbourne Metro project.
A Shorten Labor Government will build the infrastructure that Victoria needs. Labor will invest: $380 million to support the Melbourne Metro project. $356 million to complete the upgrade of the M80 Ring Road, completing the final three sections of the 38 km corridor.
Labor will invest: $380 million to support the Melbourne Metro project. $356 million to complete the upgrade of the M80 Ring Road, completing the final three sections of the 38 km corridor. $510 million to upgrade the efficiency of the Monash Freeway, one of Australia’s busiest.
$356 million to complete the upgrade of the M80 Ring Road, completing the final three sections of the 38 km corridor. $510 million to upgrade the efficiency of the Monash Freeway, one of Australia’s busiest. $120 million to boost park-and-ride capacity at high use train stations.
$510 million to upgrade the efficiency of the Monash Freeway, one of Australia’s busiest. $120 million to boost park-and-ride capacity at high use train stations. $220 million for the Murray Basin Rail project, upgrading Victoria’s rail freight network.
$120 million to boost park-and-ride capacity at high use train stations. $220 million for the Murray Basin Rail project, upgrading Victoria’s rail freight network. $350 million for a Victorian Regional Roads package.
$220 million for the Murray Basin Rail project, upgrading Victoria’s rail freight network. $350 million for a Victorian Regional Roads package. $90 million to upgrade Bridge Inn Road, to serve the growing community around Mernda.
$350 million for a Victorian Regional Roads package. $90 million to upgrade Bridge Inn Road, to serve the growing community around Mernda. $85 million to upgrade Thompsons Road, opening up industrial areas in Melbourne’s southeast.
$90 million to upgrade Bridge Inn Road, to serve the growing community around Mernda. $85 million to upgrade Thompsons Road, opening up industrial areas in Melbourne’s southeast. $67 million to build the O’Herns Road upgrade, improving freight movements through industrial areas.
$85 million to upgrade Thompsons Road, opening up industrial areas in Melbourne’s southeast. $67 million to build the O’Herns Road upgrade, improving freight movements through industrial areas. $22 million for an extension to the number 11 tram route, improving access to services and reducing congestion.
$67 million to build the O’Herns Road upgrade, improving freight movements through industrial areas. $22 million for an extension to the number 11 tram route, improving access to services and reducing congestion. $20 million for the first stage of the duplication of Craigieburn Road.
$22 million for an extension to the number 11 tram route, improving access to services and reducing congestion. $20 million for the first stage of the duplication of Craigieburn Road. $50 million to establish a High Speed Rail Planning Authority.
$20 million for the first stage of the duplication of Craigieburn Road. $50 million to establish a High Speed Rail Planning Authority. BACKING SMALL BUSINESS TO CREATE LOCAL JOBS
$50 million to establish a High Speed Rail Planning Authority. BACKING SMALL BUSINESS TO CREATE LOCAL JOBS A Shorten Labor Government will reward small businesses that are creating jobs and getting Australian jobseekers back to work.
BACKING SMALL BUSINESS TO CREATE LOCAL JOBS A Shorten Labor Government will reward small businesses that are creating jobs and getting Australian jobseekers back to work. Labor’s New Jobs Tax Cut will allow small businesses to claim a deduction of up to $20,000 to offset the wages of up to five new employees.
A Shorten Labor Government will reward small businesses that are creating jobs and getting Australian jobseekers back to work. Labor’s New Jobs Tax Cut will allow small businesses to claim a deduction of up to $20,000 to offset the wages of up to five new employees. The jobs tax cut will be available to businesses who employ young people, carers returning back to work or older Australians.
Labor’s New Jobs Tax Cut will allow small businesses to claim a deduction of up to $20,000 to offset the wages of up to five new employees. The jobs tax cut will be available to businesses who employ young people, carers returning back to work or older Australians. Businesses supporting job seekers will be able to claim an additional deduction of up to $100,000 a year for hiring new staff.
The jobs tax cut will be available to businesses who employ young people, carers returning back to work or older Australians. Businesses supporting job seekers will be able to claim an additional deduction of up to $100,000 a year for hiring new staff. ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
Businesses supporting job seekers will be able to claim an additional deduction of up to $100,000 a year for hiring new staff. ADVANCED MANUFACTURING Labor will work with the Victorian Government to deliver new jobs in the regions worst affected by motor vehicle production closures.
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING Labor will work with the Victorian Government to deliver new jobs in the regions worst affected by motor vehicle production closures. A Shorten Labor Government will commit $59 million to the Manufacturing Transition Boost to ensure regions across the nation – including Geelong – continue to have strong workforces and local jobs.
Labor will work with the Victorian Government to deliver new jobs in the regions worst affected by motor vehicle production closures. A Shorten Labor Government will commit $59 million to the Manufacturing Transition Boost to ensure regions across the nation – including Geelong – continue to have strong workforces and local jobs. This jobs package will provide pathways to new jobs for skilled workers by attracting new business investment in advanced manufacturing.
A Shorten Labor Government will commit $59 million to the Manufacturing Transition Boost to ensure regions across the nation – including Geelong – continue to have strong workforces and local jobs. This jobs package will provide pathways to new jobs for skilled workers by attracting new business investment in advanced manufacturing. Firms will be given new incentives to diversify into new products and markets and employ automotive workers who have lost their jobs.
This jobs package will provide pathways to new jobs for skilled workers by attracting new business investment in advanced manufacturing. Firms will be given new incentives to diversify into new products and markets and employ automotive workers who have lost their jobs. LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL PEOPLE
Firms will be given new incentives to diversify into new products and markets and employ automotive workers who have lost their jobs. LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL PEOPLE A Shorten Labor Government will invest $68.6 million over the next four years to deliver our Local Jobs for Local People program.
LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL PEOPLE A Shorten Labor Government will invest $68.6 million over the next four years to deliver our Local Jobs for Local People program. This will connect people in disadvantaged communities with jobs and training opportunities, while also tackling the complex social and local issues that can keep Australians from finding work.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $68.6 million over the next four years to deliver our Local Jobs for Local People program. This will connect people in disadvantaged communities with jobs and training opportunities, while also tackling the complex social and local issues that can keep Australians from finding work. Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high employment or entrenched disadvantage.
This will connect people in disadvantaged communities with jobs and training opportunities, while also tackling the complex social and local issues that can keep Australians from finding work. Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high employment or entrenched disadvantage. WORKING FUTURES
Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high employment or entrenched disadvantage. WORKING FUTURES Labor will get more young people into work and keep them there by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program.
WORKING FUTURES Labor will get more young people into work and keep them there by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program. We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 through a comprehensive work and training program, setting them on the right path to ongoing high-quality jobs.
Labor will get more young people into work and keep them there by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program. We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 through a comprehensive work and training program, setting them on the right path to ongoing high-quality jobs. Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs.
We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 through a comprehensive work and training program, setting them on the right path to ongoing high-quality jobs. Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs. This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without sufficient workplace protections.
Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs. This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without sufficient workplace protections. REAL SKILLS GOOD JOBS
This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without sufficient workplace protections. REAL SKILLS GOOD JOBS Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places, offering a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List.
REAL SKILLS GOOD JOBS Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places, offering a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List. A Shorten Labor Government will help retrenched workers gain formal recognition of their skills through an accelerated apprenticeship program to help them find their next job.
Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places, offering a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List. A Shorten Labor Government will help retrenched workers gain formal recognition of their skills through an accelerated apprenticeship program to help them find their next job. A National Skills Recognition Entitlement program will help 5,000 mature-aged, retrenched workers turn their extensive work experience into formal qualifications.
A Shorten Labor Government will help retrenched workers gain formal recognition of their skills through an accelerated apprenticeship program to help them find their next job. A National Skills Recognition Entitlement program will help 5,000 mature-aged, retrenched workers turn their extensive work experience into formal qualifications. PROTECTING PENALTY RATES
A National Skills Recognition Entitlement program will help 5,000 mature-aged, retrenched workers turn their extensive work experience into formal qualifications. PROTECTING PENALTY RATES It is clear that the Liberals want to see weekend penalty rates reduced. Labor does not want some of our lowest paid workers to be forced to take a pay cut.
PROTECTING PENALTY RATES It is clear that the Liberals want to see weekend penalty rates reduced. Labor does not want some of our lowest paid workers to be forced to take a pay cut. Labor will intervene in proceedings in the Fair Work Commission to protect weekend penalty rates.
It is clear that the Liberals want to see weekend penalty rates reduced. Labor does not want some of our lowest paid workers to be forced to take a pay cut. Labor will intervene in proceedings in the Fair Work Commission to protect weekend penalty rates. DRIVING INNOVATION IN OUR CITIES AND OUR REGIONS
Labor will intervene in proceedings in the Fair Work Commission to protect weekend penalty rates. DRIVING INNOVATION IN OUR CITIES AND OUR REGIONS Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in our cities and our regions.
DRIVING INNOVATION IN OUR CITIES AND OUR REGIONS Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in our cities and our regions. This includes: Supporting great ideas by co-investing in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund.
Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in our cities and our regions. This includes: Supporting great ideas by co-investing in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund. Bringing together the superannuation, venture capital and startup sectors in an Innovation Investment Partnership to identify barriers holding back investment in Australian-based venture capital funds and early-stage enterprises.
This includes: Supporting great ideas by co-investing in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund. Bringing together the superannuation, venture capital and startup sectors in an Innovation Investment Partnership to identify barriers holding back investment in Australian-based venture capital funds and early-stage enterprises. Improving access to finance for startups and micro-businesses through a partial guarantee scheme, Startup Finance.
Bringing together the superannuation, venture capital and startup sectors in an Innovation Investment Partnership to identify barriers holding back investment in Australian-based venture capital funds and early-stage enterprises. Improving access to finance for startups and micro-businesses through a partial guarantee scheme, Startup Finance. Getting startups to help solve government problems through Challenge Platforms and support startups to compete in government tenders.
Improving access to finance for startups and micro-businesses through a partial guarantee scheme, Startup Finance. Getting startups to help solve government problems through Challenge Platforms and support startups to compete in government tenders. Accelerating innovation in our regions through Regional Innovation Hubs.
Getting startups to help solve government problems through Challenge Platforms and support startups to compete in government tenders. Accelerating innovation in our regions through Regional Innovation Hubs. Reforming the innovation architecture through Innovate Australia.
Accelerating innovation in our regions through Regional Innovation Hubs. Reforming the innovation architecture through Innovate Australia. Improving the flow of capital to startups through Startup Capital.
Reforming the innovation architecture through Innovate Australia. Improving the flow of capital to startups through Startup Capital. Backing our best and brightest overseas with Landing Pad hubs for Australian innovators.
Improving the flow of capital to startups through Startup Capital. Backing our best and brightest overseas with Landing Pad hubs for Australian innovators. COMPLETING THE NBN
Backing our best and brightest overseas with Landing Pad hubs for Australian innovators. COMPLETING THE NBN A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the national broadband network Australia needs to create the jobs of the future.
COMPLETING THE NBN A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the national broadband network Australia needs to create the jobs of the future. We will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node.
A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the national broadband network Australia needs to create the jobs of the future. We will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node. This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that would otherwise get Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version, including hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses in Victoria.
We will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node. This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that would otherwise get Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version, including hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses in Victoria. For example, Mernda, Doreen, North Bendigo, Geelong, Belgrave and Upwey will all be fibre-to-the-premises.
This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that would otherwise get Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version, including hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses in Victoria. For example, Mernda, Doreen, North Bendigo, Geelong, Belgrave and Upwey will all be fibre-to-the-premises. LABOR WILL STOP THE PRIVATISATION  OF MEDICARE
For example, Mernda, Doreen, North Bendigo, Geelong, Belgrave and Upwey will all be fibre-to-the-premises. LABOR WILL STOP THE PRIVATISATION  OF MEDICARE First they tried to introduce a GP Tax, then the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax by stealth by freezing the Medicare Benefits Schedule.
LABOR WILL STOP THE PRIVATISATION  OF MEDICARE First they tried to introduce a GP Tax, then the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax by stealth by freezing the Medicare Benefits Schedule. The Liberals are doing all they can to destroy Medicare.
First they tried to introduce a GP Tax, then the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax by stealth by freezing the Medicare Benefits Schedule. The Liberals are doing all they can to destroy Medicare. In contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver good health outcomes for every Australian into the future.
The Liberals are doing all they can to destroy Medicare. In contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver good health outcomes for every Australian into the future. PROTECTING MEDICARE
In contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver good health outcomes for every Australian into the future. PROTECTING MEDICARE Labor built Medicare and we will always fight to protect it. Labor will reverse the Liberal Government’s freeze on the Medicare Benefits Schedule.
PROTECTING MEDICARE Labor built Medicare and we will always fight to protect it. Labor will reverse the Liberal Government’s freeze on the Medicare Benefits Schedule. This means that under Labor an average family in Victoria with two children will be more than $400 better off.
Labor built Medicare and we will always fight to protect it. Labor will reverse the Liberal Government’s freeze on the Medicare Benefits Schedule. This means that under Labor an average family in Victoria with two children will be more than $400 better off. We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare.
This means that under Labor an average family in Victoria with two children will be more than $400 better off. We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare. SCRAPPING THE MEDICINE PRICE HIKE
We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare. SCRAPPING THE MEDICINE PRICE HIKE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class Victorian families.
SCRAPPING THE MEDICINE PRICE HIKE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class Victorian families. Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script. Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable.
Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class Victorian families. Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script. Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable. INVESTING IN HOSPITALS
Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script. Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable. INVESTING IN HOSPITALS A Shorten Labor Government will increase funding for Victorian hospitals over the next four years.
INVESTING IN HOSPITALS A Shorten Labor Government will increase funding for Victorian hospitals over the next four years. This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments.
A Shorten Labor Government will increase funding for Victorian hospitals over the next four years. This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments. Under Labor, Victorian hospitals will receive $500 million more than they would under the Liberals.
This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments. Under Labor, Victorian hospitals will receive $500 million more than they would under the Liberals. This means that Goulburn Valley Health, Alfred Hospital, the Royal Women’s Hospital and all public hospitals in Victoria will be better resourced under Labor.
Under Labor, Victorian hospitals will receive $500 million more than they would under the Liberals. This means that Goulburn Valley Health, Alfred Hospital, the Royal Women’s Hospital and all public hospitals in Victoria will be better resourced under Labor. REVERSING CUTS TO PATHOLOGY AND IMAGING SERVICES
This means that Goulburn Valley Health, Alfred Hospital, the Royal Women’s Hospital and all public hospitals in Victoria will be better resourced under Labor. REVERSING CUTS TO PATHOLOGY AND IMAGING SERVICES A Shorten Labor Government will reverse Malcolm Turnbull’s cuts to bulk billing incentives for pathology and diagnostic imaging.
REVERSING CUTS TO PATHOLOGY AND IMAGING SERVICES A Shorten Labor Government will reverse Malcolm Turnbull’s cuts to bulk billing incentives for pathology and diagnostic imaging. Labor’s measures give pathologists and radiologists a specific incentive to bulk bill.
A Shorten Labor Government will reverse Malcolm Turnbull’s cuts to bulk billing incentives for pathology and diagnostic imaging. Labor’s measures give pathologists and radiologists a specific incentive to bulk bill. Without it, bulk billing will fall, co-payments will rise, and patients will be forced to pay more for tests and scans – or to skip them altogether.
Labor’s measures give pathologists and radiologists a specific incentive to bulk bill. Without it, bulk billing will fall, co-payments will rise, and patients will be forced to pay more for tests and scans – or to skip them altogether. PREVENTATIVE HEALTH PACKAGE
Without it, bulk billing will fall, co-payments will rise, and patients will be forced to pay more for tests and scans – or to skip them altogether. PREVENTATIVE HEALTH PACKAGE Chronic diseases are the leading cause of illness, disability and death in Australia.
PREVENTATIVE HEALTH PACKAGE Chronic diseases are the leading cause of illness, disability and death in Australia. Many of these diseases are due to preventable risk factors such as physical inactivity, poor nutrition, smoking and harmful use of alcohol.
Chronic diseases are the leading cause of illness, disability and death in Australia. Many of these diseases are due to preventable risk factors such as physical inactivity, poor nutrition, smoking and harmful use of alcohol. Labor has developed a five-point plan to combat chronic disease:  Investing in 50 Healthy Communities nationwide, to help communities at the greatest risk of chronic disease to stay well.
Many of these diseases are due to preventable risk factors such as physical inactivity, poor nutrition, smoking and harmful use of alcohol. Labor has developed a five-point plan to combat chronic disease:  Investing in 50 Healthy Communities nationwide, to help communities at the greatest risk of chronic disease to stay well. Tackling obesity through Australia’s first National Physical Activity Strategy and a National Nutrition Framework.
Labor has developed a five-point plan to combat chronic disease:  Investing in 50 Healthy Communities nationwide, to help communities at the greatest risk of chronic disease to stay well. Tackling obesity through Australia’s first National Physical Activity Strategy and a National Nutrition Framework. Expanding the successful Better Health Channel into a nationwide platform for health information.
Tackling obesity through Australia’s first National Physical Activity Strategy and a National Nutrition Framework. Expanding the successful Better Health Channel into a nationwide platform for health information. Continuing the push to reduce smoking rates, particularly in at-risk communities.
Expanding the successful Better Health Channel into a nationwide platform for health information. Continuing the push to reduce smoking rates, particularly in at-risk communities. Addressing harmful use of alcohol through a National Alcohol Strategy.
Continuing the push to reduce smoking rates, particularly in at-risk communities. Addressing harmful use of alcohol through a National Alcohol Strategy. A NATIONAL APPROACH TO SUICIDE PREVENTION
Addressing harmful use of alcohol through a National Alcohol Strategy. A NATIONAL APPROACH TO SUICIDE PREVENTION A Shorten Labor Government will target a 50 per cent reduction in suicides over the next 10 years.
A NATIONAL APPROACH TO SUICIDE PREVENTION A Shorten Labor Government will target a 50 per cent reduction in suicides over the next 10 years. Our National Suicide Strategy will provide a strong national commitment to reduce the suicide toll, and coordinate a focused effort across Australia.
A Shorten Labor Government will target a 50 per cent reduction in suicides over the next 10 years. Our National Suicide Strategy will provide a strong national commitment to reduce the suicide toll, and coordinate a focused effort across Australia. Labor will commission Australia’s first national data-set of suicide deaths and invest $72 million over three years for 12 regional suicide pilot projects.
Our National Suicide Strategy will provide a strong national commitment to reduce the suicide toll, and coordinate a focused effort across Australia. Labor will commission Australia’s first national data-set of suicide deaths and invest $72 million over three years for 12 regional suicide pilot projects. INNOVATION IN HEALTH CARE
Labor will commission Australia’s first national data-set of suicide deaths and invest $72 million over three years for 12 regional suicide pilot projects. INNOVATION IN HEALTH CARE Because of Labor, Australia has one of the best health care systems in the world.
Because of Labor, Australia has one of the best health care systems in the world. But Australia’s health care system continues to face significant challenges. An ageing population, growing health inequality among many groups, as well as locations of disadvantage, means that Australia requires new and innovative approaches to care.
But Australia’s health care system continues to face significant challenges. An ageing population, growing health inequality among many groups, as well as locations of disadvantage, means that Australia requires new and innovative approaches to care. If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop and roll out new models of primary care around Australia.
An ageing population, growing health inequality among many groups, as well as locations of disadvantage, means that Australia requires new and innovative approaches to care. If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop and roll out new models of primary care around Australia. LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE
If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop and roll out new models of primary care around Australia. LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE Labor will invest in life saving research and care for those Victorians suffering from chronic disease.
LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE Labor will invest in life saving research and care for those Victorians suffering from chronic disease. These commitments include, nationally: $10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses.
Labor will invest in life saving research and care for those Victorians suffering from chronic disease. These commitments include, nationally: $10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses. $8 million for ovarian cancer research.
These commitments include, nationally: $10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses. $8 million for ovarian cancer research. $7 million to assist women with breast cancer in rural areas and with secondary breast cancer all around Australia.
$4 million to improve care and support for people suffering from Motor Neurone Disease. $84 million to improve access to lifesaving technologies for Australians with type 1 diabetes. LABOR’S PLAN FOR SCHOOLS, UNIVERSITIES  AND TAFE
$84 million to improve access to lifesaving technologies for Australians with type 1 diabetes. LABOR’S PLAN FOR SCHOOLS, UNIVERSITIES  AND TAFE Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system.
LABOR’S PLAN FOR SCHOOLS, UNIVERSITIES  AND TAFE Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system. Improving education is the key to opportunity, to innovation and to the future economic and social prosperity of our nation.
Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system. Improving education is the key to opportunity, to innovation and to the future economic and social prosperity of our nation. Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments we need to give every Victorian child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy.
Improving education is the key to opportunity, to innovation and to the future economic and social prosperity of our nation. Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments we need to give every Victorian child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy. IMPROVING VICTORIAN SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE
Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments we need to give every Victorian child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy. IMPROVING VICTORIAN SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan will put Australia’s schools back where they belong among the very best in the world.
IMPROVING VICTORIAN SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan will put Australia’s schools back where they belong among the very best in the world. Every student, in every school will be supported to achieve their best through investment in: More one-on-one support.
Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan will put Australia’s schools back where they belong among the very best in the world. Every student, in every school will be supported to achieve their best through investment in: More one-on-one support. Better remedial literacy and numeracy programs - and more extension options.
Every student, in every school will be supported to achieve their best through investment in: More one-on-one support. Better remedial literacy and numeracy programs - and more extension options. Early intervention programs in every school.
Better access to allied health support – like speech and occupational therapists. Labor’s investment is targeted to improve the results of those students who need it most, including students with disability, Indigenous students, students in regional and rural areas, and students from low socio-economic backgrounds. Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade.
Labor’s investment is targeted to improve the results of those students who need it most, including students with disability, Indigenous students, students in regional and rural areas, and students from low socio-economic backgrounds. Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade. This includes $815 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for Victorian schools in 2018 and 2019 compared to the Liberals.
Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade. This includes $815 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for Victorian schools in 2018 and 2019 compared to the Liberals. Whether your child is studying at Ballarat High School or at Strathmore Secondary College, they will get more targeted, needs-based investments under Labor.
This includes $815 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for Victorian schools in 2018 and 2019 compared to the Liberals. Whether your child is studying at Ballarat High School or at Strathmore Secondary College, they will get more targeted, needs-based investments under Labor. KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL
Whether your child is studying at Ballarat High School or at Strathmore Secondary College, they will get more targeted, needs-based investments under Labor. KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL Victoria will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay for $100,000 degrees.
KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL Victoria will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay for $100,000 degrees. Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university – no matter how bright they are.
Victoria will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay for $100,000 degrees. Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university – no matter how bright they are. Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee - removing the need for higher fees.
Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university – no matter how bright they are. Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee - removing the need for higher fees. With Labor, students will be able to study at La Trobe or Monash University based on good marks and hard work, not their bank balance.
Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee - removing the need for higher fees. With Labor, students will be able to study at La Trobe or Monash University based on good marks and hard work, not their bank balance. PROTECTING TAFE - STRENGTHENING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
With Labor, students will be able to study at La Trobe or Monash University based on good marks and hard work, not their bank balance. PROTECTING TAFE - STRENGTHENING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Labor will protect TAFE by introducing a TAFE Funding Guarantee that will ensure a minimum proportion of vocational education funding stays with TAFE.
Labor will also undertake a comprehensive National Vocational Education and Training Sector Review to make sure the system is meeting the needs of students and employers, weed out dodgy providers and enforce strong standards. SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHS Labor will also make sure all Victorian students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for our future workforce.
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHS Labor will also make sure all Victorian students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for our future workforce. Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations will require skills in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
Labor will also make sure all Victorian students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for our future workforce. Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations will require skills in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Nationally, Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support a further 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill.
Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations will require skills in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Nationally, Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support a further 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill. This will mean around 6,500 new or up-skilled STEM teachers for Victorian schools.
Nationally, Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support a further 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill. This will mean around 6,500 new or up-skilled STEM teachers for Victorian schools. Labor will also provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses will do so without a HECS debt.
This will mean around 6,500 new or up-skilled STEM teachers for Victorian schools. Labor will also provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses will do so without a HECS debt. STRONG FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES
Labor will also provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses will do so without a HECS debt. STRONG FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES Labor believes that when middle and working class families are succeeding, Australia succeeds.
Labor believes that when middle and working class families are succeeding, Australia succeeds. That is why Labor has a plan to protect the living standards of middle and working class families. Labor believes in budget repair, but we will not be fixing the Liberals’ budget mess by attacking the family budget.
That is why Labor has a plan to protect the living standards of middle and working class families. Labor believes in budget repair, but we will not be fixing the Liberals’ budget mess by attacking the family budget. CHILD CARE
Labor believes in budget repair, but we will not be fixing the Liberals’ budget mess by attacking the family budget. CHILD CARE Every one of the 139,580 families in Victoria that rely on the Child Care Benefit will be better off under Labor.
CHILD CARE Every one of the 139,580 families in Victoria that rely on the Child Care Benefit will be better off under Labor. From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent.
Every one of the 139,580 families in Victoria that rely on the Child Care Benefit will be better off under Labor. From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent. This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year.
From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent. This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year. Many of the 185,770 families in Victoria that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year with Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017.
This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year. Many of the 185,770 families in Victoria that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year with Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017. PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
Many of the 185,770 families in Victoria that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year with Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017. PAID PARENTAL LEAVE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ plan to cut Paid Parental Leave to around 80,000 new mums each year.
Labor will oppose the Government’s harsh cuts to Family Tax Benefits. Under Labor, families earning less than $100,000 will maintain their FTB at current rates. Families earning over $100,000 will see a modest reduction in their FTB-A end of year supplement.
Under Labor, families earning less than $100,000 will maintain their FTB at current rates. Families earning over $100,000 will see a modest reduction in their FTB-A end of year supplement. Under Labor, a couple with a single income of $85,000 and two children in primary school will be around $1,300 better off each year.
Families earning over $100,000 will see a modest reduction in their FTB-A end of year supplement. Under Labor, a couple with a single income of $85,000 and two children in primary school will be around $1,300 better off each year. A sole parent with income of $65,000 and two children in high school will be around $3,000 better off each year under Labor.
Under Labor, a couple with a single income of $85,000 and two children in primary school will be around $1,300 better off each year. A sole parent with income of $65,000 and two children in high school will be around $3,000 better off each year under Labor. LOCAL COMMUNITY PROJECTS
A sole parent with income of $65,000 and two children in high school will be around $3,000 better off each year under Labor. LOCAL COMMUNITY PROJECTS A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people of Victoria.
LOCAL COMMUNITY PROJECTS A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people of Victoria. These include: $5 million to deliver the Colac Early Years Children’s Centre, providing primary and tertiary health and wellbeing services to young children and their families.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people of Victoria. These include: $5 million to deliver the Colac Early Years Children’s Centre, providing primary and tertiary health and wellbeing services to young children and their families. $5 million to fund a major upgrade to the Ballarat Sports and Event Centre project.
These include: $5 million to deliver the Colac Early Years Children’s Centre, providing primary and tertiary health and wellbeing services to young children and their families. $5 million to fund a major upgrade to the Ballarat Sports and Event Centre project. $2 million to upgrade car parking at Maroondah Hospital, building more than 300 new spaces to ease chronic congestion.
$5 million to fund a major upgrade to the Ballarat Sports and Event Centre project. $2 million to upgrade car parking at Maroondah Hospital, building more than 300 new spaces to ease chronic congestion. $6 million for the Wheatsheaf Community Hub in Glenroy – this facility will include a children’s centre, a modern local library, multipurpose community meeting rooms and a Neighbourhood House.
$2 million to upgrade car parking at Maroondah Hospital, building more than 300 new spaces to ease chronic congestion. $6 million for the Wheatsheaf Community Hub in Glenroy – this facility will include a children’s centre, a modern local library, multipurpose community meeting rooms and a Neighbourhood House. $2 million to redevelop the Bendigo Tennis Centre and support the cultivation of future tennis stars in regional Victoria.
$6 million for the Wheatsheaf Community Hub in Glenroy – this facility will include a children’s centre, a modern local library, multipurpose community meeting rooms and a Neighbourhood House. $2 million to redevelop the Bendigo Tennis Centre and support the cultivation of future tennis stars in regional Victoria. $1.4 million to expand the capacity of the Gisborne Oaks Residential Aged Care Facility to address urgent demand for dementia care in Macedon Ranges region.
$2 million to redevelop the Bendigo Tennis Centre and support the cultivation of future tennis stars in regional Victoria. $1.4 million to expand the capacity of the Gisborne Oaks Residential Aged Care Facility to address urgent demand for dementia care in Macedon Ranges region. THE LIBERALS HAVE HURT VICTORIA
$1.4 million to expand the capacity of the Gisborne Oaks Residential Aged Care Facility to address urgent demand for dementia care in Macedon Ranges region. THE LIBERALS HAVE HURT VICTORIA Under the Liberals, Victorians have been through three years of harsh cuts, chaos and broken promises.
THE LIBERALS HAVE HURT VICTORIA Under the Liberals, Victorians have been through three years of harsh cuts, chaos and broken promises. Cuts to schools and universities, cuts to Medicare, cuts to Family Tax Benefits and cuts to pensions.
Under the Liberals, Victorians have been through three years of harsh cuts, chaos and broken promises. Cuts to schools and universities, cuts to Medicare, cuts to Family Tax Benefits and cuts to pensions. This is the legacy of the Abbott-Turnbull Government.
Cuts to schools and universities, cuts to Medicare, cuts to Family Tax Benefits and cuts to pensions. This is the legacy of the Abbott-Turnbull Government. Victorians can’t afford another three years of cuts and chaos.
This is the legacy of the Abbott-Turnbull Government. Victorians can’t afford another three years of cuts and chaos. YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT
Victorians can’t afford another three years of cuts and chaos. YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT Under the Liberals the youth unemployment rate in Victoria has remained above 12 per cent, more than double the national unemployment rate.
YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT Under the Liberals the youth unemployment rate in Victoria has remained above 12 per cent, more than double the national unemployment rate. The number of young people in job training across the country has plummeted, and there are now an astonishing 30,000 fewer apprentices in Victoria than there were in 2013.
Under the Liberals the youth unemployment rate in Victoria has remained above 12 per cent, more than double the national unemployment rate. The number of young people in job training across the country has plummeted, and there are now an astonishing 30,000 fewer apprentices in Victoria than there were in 2013. Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices, so young people from all across Victoria can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future.
The number of young people in job training across the country has plummeted, and there are now an astonishing 30,000 fewer apprentices in Victoria than there were in 2013. Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices, so young people from all across Victoria can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future. CUTS TO SCHOOLS
Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices, so young people from all across Victoria can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future. CUTS TO SCHOOLS The Liberals have cut more than $7.1 billion from Victorian schools.
CUTS TO SCHOOLS The Liberals have cut more than $7.1 billion from Victorian schools. This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students in Victoria.
The Liberals have cut more than $7.1 billion from Victorian schools. This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students in Victoria. It also means Indigenous students, students with disability or additional learning needs and students from lowsocio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best.
This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students in Victoria. It also means Indigenous students, students with disability or additional learning needs and students from lowsocio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best. CUTS TO UNIVERSITIES
It also means Indigenous students, students with disability or additional learning needs and students from lowsocio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best. CUTS TO UNIVERSITIES Since 2013, the Liberals have ripped nearly $1.5 billion from Victorian universities.
CUTS TO UNIVERSITIES Since 2013, the Liberals have ripped nearly $1.5 billion from Victorian universities. If the Liberals get their way, students in Victoria would be facing fees of up to $100,000 for their university degrees.
Since 2013, the Liberals have ripped nearly $1.5 billion from Victorian universities. If the Liberals get their way, students in Victoria would be facing fees of up to $100,000 for their university degrees. CUTS TO HOSPITALS
If the Liberals get their way, students in Victoria would be facing fees of up to $100,000 for their university degrees. CUTS TO HOSPITALS The Liberals have cut billions from Victorian hospitals.
CUTS TO HOSPITALS The Liberals have cut billions from Victorian hospitals. This will put further pressure on already stretched public hospitals and push up waiting times for elective surgery and emergency department care.
The Liberals have cut billions from Victorian hospitals. This will put further pressure on already stretched public hospitals and push up waiting times for elective surgery and emergency department care. CUTS TO FAMILIES
This will put further pressure on already stretched public hospitals and push up waiting times for elective surgery and emergency department care. CUTS TO FAMILIES More than 379,000 families in Victoria will lose their full Family Tax Benefit A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected.
CUTS TO FAMILIES More than 379,000 families in Victoria will lose their full Family Tax Benefit A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected. That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year.
More than 379,000 families in Victoria will lose their full Family Tax Benefit A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected. That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year. More than 308,000 single parents and single income families in Victoria will lose their Family Tax Benefit B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year.
That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year. More than 308,000 single parents and single income families in Victoria will lose their Family Tax Benefit B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year. CUTS TO PENSIONS
More than 308,000 single parents and single income families in Victoria will lose their Family Tax Benefit B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year. CUTS TO PENSIONS In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of Victoria’s more than one million pensioners.
CUTS TO PENSIONS In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of Victoria’s more than one million pensioners. If the Liberals are re-elected, pensioners in Victoria who are trying to study will lose $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment.
In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of Victoria’s more than one million pensioners. If the Liberals are re-elected, pensioners in Victoria who are trying to study will lose $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment. Age Pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will have their pension reduced after six weeks under the Liberals.
If the Liberals are re-elected, pensioners in Victoria who are trying to study will lose $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment. Age Pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will have their pension reduced after six weeks under the Liberals. CUTS TO VULNERABLE AUSTRALIANS
Age Pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will have their pension reduced after six weeks under the Liberals. CUTS TO VULNERABLE AUSTRALIANS In their 2014 budget, the Liberals tried to leave young jobseekers with nothing to live on for six months.
CUTS TO VULNERABLE AUSTRALIANS In their 2014 budget, the Liberals tried to leave young jobseekers with nothing to live on for six months. In 2015 they tried to leave them with nothing for a month.
In their 2014 budget, the Liberals tried to leave young jobseekers with nothing to live on for six months. In 2015 they tried to leave them with nothing for a month. The Liberals also tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance.
WE'LL PUT PEOPLE FIRST POSITIVE POLICY Chemical Contamination At Defence Sites
BUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE WESTERN AUSTRALIA NEEDS Labor is building the infrastructure that Western Australia needs. Labor will contribute:$1 billion to plan and build Perth’s METRONET, which will create 4,000 jobs for Western Australia.
Labor is building the infrastructure that Western Australia needs. Labor will contribute:$1 billion to plan and build Perth’s METRONET, which will create 4,000 jobs for Western Australia. $80 million to build the North Lake Bridge.
Labor will contribute:$1 billion to plan and build Perth’s METRONET, which will create 4,000 jobs for Western Australia. $80 million to build the North Lake Bridge. $45 million for the Wanneroo Road upgrade, which will create around 230 jobs for Western Australia.
LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE Labor will invest in life saving research and care for those on the Central Coast suffering from chronic disease. These commitments include:$10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses.
Labor will invest in life saving research and care for those on the Central Coast suffering from chronic disease. These commitments include:$10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses. $8 million for ovarian cancer research.
These commitments include:$10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses. $8 million for ovarian cancer research. $7 million to assist women with breast cancer in rural areas and with secondary breast cancer all around Australia.
WE'LL PUT PEOPLE FIRST POSITIVE POLICY Labor's Positive Plan For South Australia
POSITIVE POLICY Labor's Positive Plan For South Australia SOUTH AUSTRALIA LABOR’S POSITIVE POLICIES
Labor's Positive Plan For South Australia SOUTH AUSTRALIA LABOR’S POSITIVE POLICIES A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTEN With some of Australia’s best known food and wine regions, a strong manufacturing base and vibrant communities, the future for South Australia is a bright one.But South Australia is going through a difficult transition. I know that many South Australians are anxious about their future, and their children’s future.That is why Labor’s plan backs South Australian jobs." Our plan secures the long-term future of advanced manufacturing, strengthens local steelmakers like Arrium and ensures our submarines are built here, in Adelaide.”We will build the infrastructure – like AdeLINK – that South Australia needs to create jobs and drive growth into the future.Labor will finish the NBN so that South Australian businesses and households can be engaged in the digital economy.Our plan includes record investment in South Australian schools, scrapping the Liberals’ $100,000 degrees and reforming TAFE.Labor will protect Medicare, keep medicine more affordable and invest in hospitals.We will protect penalty rates, scrap the Government’s harsh and unfair cuts to Paid Parental Leave and Family Tax Benefits and give families immediate child care relief.I am committed to working every day to ensuring that South Australian families get the opportunity to build a decent life.On July 2, South Australians have a clear choice: between Labor’s positive plan and the Liberals’ plan for another round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so Malcolm Turnbull can give a tax cut to big business.I invite you to read more about Labor’s positive policies atwww.100positivepolicies.org.au.Bill Shorten
SOUTH AUSTRALIA LABOR’S POSITIVE POLICIES A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTEN With some of Australia’s best known food and wine regions, a strong manufacturing base and vibrant communities, the future for South Australia is a bright one.But South Australia is going through a difficult transition. I know that many South Australians are anxious about their future, and their children’s future.That is why Labor’s plan backs South Australian jobs." Our plan secures the long-term future of advanced manufacturing, strengthens local steelmakers like Arrium and ensures our submarines are built here, in Adelaide.”We will build the infrastructure – like AdeLINK – that South Australia needs to create jobs and drive growth into the future.Labor will finish the NBN so that South Australian businesses and households can be engaged in the digital economy.Our plan includes record investment in South Australian schools, scrapping the Liberals’ $100,000 degrees and reforming TAFE.Labor will protect Medicare, keep medicine more affordable and invest in hospitals.We will protect penalty rates, scrap the Government’s harsh and unfair cuts to Paid Parental Leave and Family Tax Benefits and give families immediate child care relief.I am committed to working every day to ensuring that South Australian families get the opportunity to build a decent life.On July 2, South Australians have a clear choice: between Labor’s positive plan and the Liberals’ plan for another round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so Malcolm Turnbull can give a tax cut to big business.I invite you to read more about Labor’s positive policies atwww.100positivepolicies.org.au.Bill Shorten Protecting South Australian jobs today and creating the jobs of the future
A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTEN With some of Australia’s best known food and wine regions, a strong manufacturing base and vibrant communities, the future for South Australia is a bright one.But South Australia is going through a difficult transition. I know that many South Australians are anxious about their future, and their children’s future.That is why Labor’s plan backs South Australian jobs." Our plan secures the long-term future of advanced manufacturing, strengthens local steelmakers like Arrium and ensures our submarines are built here, in Adelaide.”We will build the infrastructure – like AdeLINK – that South Australia needs to create jobs and drive growth into the future.Labor will finish the NBN so that South Australian businesses and households can be engaged in the digital economy.Our plan includes record investment in South Australian schools, scrapping the Liberals’ $100,000 degrees and reforming TAFE.Labor will protect Medicare, keep medicine more affordable and invest in hospitals.We will protect penalty rates, scrap the Government’s harsh and unfair cuts to Paid Parental Leave and Family Tax Benefits and give families immediate child care relief.I am committed to working every day to ensuring that South Australian families get the opportunity to build a decent life.On July 2, South Australians have a clear choice: between Labor’s positive plan and the Liberals’ plan for another round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so Malcolm Turnbull can give a tax cut to big business.I invite you to read more about Labor’s positive policies atwww.100positivepolicies.org.au.Bill Shorten Protecting South Australian jobs today and creating the jobs of the future Labor will invest in the job-creating infrastructure and manufacturing that will create local jobs and drive South Australia’s economy for the next generation.
Protecting South Australian jobs today and creating the jobs of the future Labor will invest in the job-creating infrastructure and manufacturing that will create local jobs and drive South Australia’s economy for the next generation. Labor’s investments will support thousands of South Australians employed on projects important to South Australia, and support over 200 new apprentices in the State.
Labor will invest in the job-creating infrastructure and manufacturing that will create local jobs and drive South Australia’s economy for the next generation. Labor’s investments will support thousands of South Australians employed on projects important to South Australia, and support over 200 new apprentices in the State. Labor will build the infrastructure today, and train the workforce of the future, supported by our investments in TAFE, tradie support and the Apprentice Ready program.
Labor’s investments will support thousands of South Australians employed on projects important to South Australia, and support over 200 new apprentices in the State. Labor will build the infrastructure today, and train the workforce of the future, supported by our investments in TAFE, tradie support and the Apprentice Ready program. ADELINK
Labor will build the infrastructure today, and train the workforce of the future, supported by our investments in TAFE, tradie support and the Apprentice Ready program. ADELINK Adelaide needs a public transport system which supports the city’s future.
ADELINK Adelaide needs a public transport system which supports the city’s future. A Shorten Labor Government will invest $500 million to deliver the initial stages of the AdeLINK tram project, a project that will create 2,000 local jobs extending over four years.
Adelaide needs a public transport system which supports the city’s future. A Shorten Labor Government will invest $500 million to deliver the initial stages of the AdeLINK tram project, a project that will create 2,000 local jobs extending over four years. Labor’s commitment, together with additional funding from the State Government, will leverage private sector investment.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $500 million to deliver the initial stages of the AdeLINK tram project, a project that will create 2,000 local jobs extending over four years. Labor’s commitment, together with additional funding from the State Government, will leverage private sector investment. It will improve quality of life, boost productivity and decrease congestion for Adelaide residents.
Labor’s commitment, together with additional funding from the State Government, will leverage private sector investment. It will improve quality of life, boost productivity and decrease congestion for Adelaide residents. Labor’s apprenticeship commitment will see up to 200 new apprentices working on this project.
It will improve quality of life, boost productivity and decrease congestion for Adelaide residents. Labor’s apprenticeship commitment will see up to 200 new apprentices working on this project. BACKING AUSTRALIAN STEEL
Labor’s apprenticeship commitment will see up to 200 new apprentices working on this project. BACKING AUSTRALIAN STEEL Australia cannot be the only advanced economy in the world to let its steel industry die.
BACKING AUSTRALIAN STEEL Australia cannot be the only advanced economy in the world to let its steel industry die. Labor will secure more than 3,500 South Australian jobs and lock in a strong steel future for Australian steel through a targeted investment in Arrium.
Australia cannot be the only advanced economy in the world to let its steel industry die. Labor will secure more than 3,500 South Australian jobs and lock in a strong steel future for Australian steel through a targeted investment in Arrium. A Shorten Labor Government will provide $100 million in targeted grants and financing as part of the Steel Reserve, with the South Australian Government providing an additional $50 million.
Labor will secure more than 3,500 South Australian jobs and lock in a strong steel future for Australian steel through a targeted investment in Arrium. A Shorten Labor Government will provide $100 million in targeted grants and financing as part of the Steel Reserve, with the South Australian Government providing an additional $50 million. ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
A Shorten Labor Government will provide $100 million in targeted grants and financing as part of the Steel Reserve, with the South Australian Government providing an additional $50 million. ADVANCED MANUFACTURING Labor will work with the South Australian Government to protect and grow new local jobs in the regions worst affected by motor vehicle production closures.
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING Labor will work with the South Australian Government to protect and grow new local jobs in the regions worst affected by motor vehicle production closures. A Shorten Labor Government will commit $59 million to the Manufacturing Transition Boost package.
Labor will work with the South Australian Government to protect and grow new local jobs in the regions worst affected by motor vehicle production closures. A Shorten Labor Government will commit $59 million to the Manufacturing Transition Boost package. This jobs package will provide support for automotive supplier and other firms to diversify and improve competitiveness, supporting local jobs and providing new jobs for skilled workers.
A Shorten Labor Government will commit $59 million to the Manufacturing Transition Boost package. This jobs package will provide support for automotive supplier and other firms to diversify and improve competitiveness, supporting local jobs and providing new jobs for skilled workers. Firms will be given new incentives and support to diversify into new products and markets and employ automotive workers who have lost their jobs.
This jobs package will provide support for automotive supplier and other firms to diversify and improve competitiveness, supporting local jobs and providing new jobs for skilled workers. Firms will be given new incentives and support to diversify into new products and markets and employ automotive workers who have lost their jobs. A STRONG, SUSTAINABLE SHIPPING INDUSTRY
Firms will be given new incentives and support to diversify into new products and markets and employ automotive workers who have lost their jobs. A STRONG, SUSTAINABLE SHIPPING INDUSTRY Labor is the only party to have been consistently committed to a strong and sustainable shipbuilding industry, with Adelaide at its core.
A STRONG, SUSTAINABLE SHIPPING INDUSTRY Labor is the only party to have been consistently committed to a strong and sustainable shipbuilding industry, with Adelaide at its core. A Shorten Labor Government will deliver: The construction of nine Future Frigates centred in Adelaide, supporting 2,000 shipbuilding jobs.
Labor is the only party to have been consistently committed to a strong and sustainable shipbuilding industry, with Adelaide at its core. A Shorten Labor Government will deliver: The construction of nine Future Frigates centred in Adelaide, supporting 2,000 shipbuilding jobs. The construction of 12 Offshore Patrol Vessels to begin in Adelaide in 2018, before being transferred to Western Australia in 2020.
A Shorten Labor Government will deliver: The construction of nine Future Frigates centred in Adelaide, supporting 2,000 shipbuilding jobs. The construction of 12 Offshore Patrol Vessels to begin in Adelaide in 2018, before being transferred to Western Australia in 2020. The construction of 12 Future Submarines, creating 2,800 jobs and supporting a supply chain of at least 1,000 businesses, with a minimum of 70 per cent of the work done in Australia.
The construction of 12 Offshore Patrol Vessels to begin in Adelaide in 2018, before being transferred to Western Australia in 2020. The construction of 12 Future Submarines, creating 2,800 jobs and supporting a supply chain of at least 1,000 businesses, with a minimum of 70 per cent of the work done in Australia. These projects will be undertaken as a continuous rolling build, to ensure Australia’s shipyards no longer suffer booms and busts and can build capacity and efficiency over time.
The construction of 12 Future Submarines, creating 2,800 jobs and supporting a supply chain of at least 1,000 businesses, with a minimum of 70 per cent of the work done in Australia. These projects will be undertaken as a continuous rolling build, to ensure Australia’s shipyards no longer suffer booms and busts and can build capacity and efficiency over time. PROTECTING PENALTY RATES
These projects will be undertaken as a continuous rolling build, to ensure Australia’s shipyards no longer suffer booms and busts and can build capacity and efficiency over time. PROTECTING PENALTY RATES It is clear that the Liberals want to see weekend penalty rates reduced.
Labor does not want some of our lowest paid workers to be forced to take a pay cut. Labor will intervene in proceedings in the Fair Work Commission to protect weekend penalty rates. NEW JOBS TAX CUT
Labor will intervene in proceedings in the Fair Work Commission to protect weekend penalty rates. NEW JOBS TAX CUT Under Labor’s New Jobs Tax Cut, small businesses will be able to claim a tax deduction of up to $20,000 per worker to offset the wages of up to five new employees.
NEW JOBS TAX CUT Under Labor’s New Jobs Tax Cut, small businesses will be able to claim a tax deduction of up to $20,000 per worker to offset the wages of up to five new employees. Just like the previous Labor Government’s instant asset write-off, businesses will be able to claim the New Jobs Tax Cut as part of their regular tax return.
Under Labor’s New Jobs Tax Cut, small businesses will be able to claim a tax deduction of up to $20,000 per worker to offset the wages of up to five new employees. Just like the previous Labor Government’s instant asset write-off, businesses will be able to claim the New Jobs Tax Cut as part of their regular tax return. This minimises paperwork for busy employers.
Just like the previous Labor Government’s instant asset write-off, businesses will be able to claim the New Jobs Tax Cut as part of their regular tax return. This minimises paperwork for busy employers. This represents a $257 million investment in getting older Australians, parents, carers and younger Australians back to work.
This minimises paperwork for busy employers. This represents a $257 million investment in getting older Australians, parents, carers and younger Australians back to work. It will help up to 30,000 Australians find a job each year.
This represents a $257 million investment in getting older Australians, parents, carers and younger Australians back to work. It will help up to 30,000 Australians find a job each year. Our New Jobs Tax Cut will reward South Australian small businesses that invest in jobs and do their bit to get these Australians back to into work.
It will help up to 30,000 Australians find a job each year. Our New Jobs Tax Cut will reward South Australian small businesses that invest in jobs and do their bit to get these Australians back to into work. GAWLER RAIL LINE ELECTRIFICATION
Our New Jobs Tax Cut will reward South Australian small businesses that invest in jobs and do their bit to get these Australians back to into work. GAWLER RAIL LINE ELECTRIFICATION Labor will invest $76 million to fast track the Gawler Rail Line electrification, enabling the full project to start one year earlier and creating 300 local jobs, including up to 30 new apprentices.
GAWLER RAIL LINE ELECTRIFICATION Labor will invest $76 million to fast track the Gawler Rail Line electrification, enabling the full project to start one year earlier and creating 300 local jobs, including up to 30 new apprentices. LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL PEOPLE
Labor will invest $76 million to fast track the Gawler Rail Line electrification, enabling the full project to start one year earlier and creating 300 local jobs, including up to 30 new apprentices. LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL PEOPLE A Shorten Labor Government will invest $68.6 million over the next four years to deliver our Local Jobs for Local People program.
LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL PEOPLE A Shorten Labor Government will invest $68.6 million over the next four years to deliver our Local Jobs for Local People program. This will connect people in disadvantaged communities with jobs and training opportunities, while tackling the complex social and local issues that can keep Australians from finding work.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $68.6 million over the next four years to deliver our Local Jobs for Local People program. This will connect people in disadvantaged communities with jobs and training opportunities, while tackling the complex social and local issues that can keep Australians from finding work. Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high unemployment or entrenched disadvantage.
This will connect people in disadvantaged communities with jobs and training opportunities, while tackling the complex social and local issues that can keep Australians from finding work. Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high unemployment or entrenched disadvantage. WORKING FUTURES
Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high unemployment or entrenched disadvantage. WORKING FUTURES Labor will get more young people into work and keep them there by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program.
WORKING FUTURES Labor will get more young people into work and keep them there by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program. We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 through a comprehensive work and training program that sets them on the right path to ongoing quality jobs.
Labor will get more young people into work and keep them there by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program. We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 through a comprehensive work and training program that sets them on the right path to ongoing quality jobs. Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs.
We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 through a comprehensive work and training program that sets them on the right path to ongoing quality jobs. Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs. This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without sufficient protections.
Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs. This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without sufficient protections. APPRENTICESHIPS
This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without sufficient protections. APPRENTICESHIPS Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places.
APPRENTICESHIPS Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places. Labor will help retrenched workers gain formal recognition of their skills through accelerated apprenticeships so they can find their next job.
Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places. Labor will help retrenched workers gain formal recognition of their skills through accelerated apprenticeships so they can find their next job. The Apprentice Ready program will offer a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List.
Labor will help retrenched workers gain formal recognition of their skills through accelerated apprenticeships so they can find their next job. The Apprentice Ready program will offer a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List. Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices – so young South Australians can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future.
The Apprentice Ready program will offer a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List. Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices – so young South Australians can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future. COMPLETING THE NBN
Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices – so young South Australians can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future. COMPLETING THE NBN A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the National Broadband Network Australia needs to create the jobs of the future.
COMPLETING THE NBN A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the National Broadband Network Australia needs to create the jobs of the future. Labor will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node.
A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the National Broadband Network Australia needs to create the jobs of the future. Labor will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node. This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that would otherwise get Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version, including homes and business in Elizabeth, Woodville, Adelaide CBD and Noarlunga.
Labor will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node. This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that would otherwise get Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version, including homes and business in Elizabeth, Woodville, Adelaide CBD and Noarlunga. DRIVING INNOVATION
This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that would otherwise get Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version, including homes and business in Elizabeth, Woodville, Adelaide CBD and Noarlunga. DRIVING INNOVATION Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in our cities and our regions.
DRIVING INNOVATION Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in our cities and our regions. This includes: Backing in great ideas through co-investing in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund.
Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in our cities and our regions. This includes: Backing in great ideas through co-investing in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund. Bringing together the superannuation, venture capital and startup sectors in an Innovation Investment Partnership to identify barriers holding back investment in Australian-based venture capital funds and early-stage enterprises.
This includes: Backing in great ideas through co-investing in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund. Bringing together the superannuation, venture capital and startup sectors in an Innovation Investment Partnership to identify barriers holding back investment in Australian-based venture capital funds and early-stage enterprises. Improving access to finance for startups and micro-businesses through a partial guarantee scheme, Startup Finance.
Reforming the innovation architecture through Innovate Australia. Improving the flow of capital to startups through Startup Capital. Backing our best and brightest overseas through a Landing Pad for Australian innovators.
Improving the flow of capital to startups through Startup Capital. Backing our best and brightest overseas through a Landing Pad for Australian innovators. WORKING WOMEN’S CENTRES
Backing our best and brightest overseas through a Landing Pad for Australian innovators. WORKING WOMEN’S CENTRES Working Women’s Centres provide specialist advice and advocacy, produce educational materials, deliver community education sessions and provide advice to government on a range of female workforce issues.
WORKING WOMEN’S CENTRES Working Women’s Centres provide specialist advice and advocacy, produce educational materials, deliver community education sessions and provide advice to government on a range of female workforce issues. The Liberals’ cuts threaten the free, specialist employment advice service for vulnerable women provided by these facilities.
Working Women’s Centres provide specialist advice and advocacy, produce educational materials, deliver community education sessions and provide advice to government on a range of female workforce issues. The Liberals’ cuts threaten the free, specialist employment advice service for vulnerable women provided by these facilities. A Shorten Labor Government will keep them open – including the Working Women’s Centre in Adelaide.
The Liberals’ cuts threaten the free, specialist employment advice service for vulnerable women provided by these facilities. A Shorten Labor Government will keep them open – including the Working Women’s Centre in Adelaide. Labor will stop the privatization of medicare
A Shorten Labor Government will keep them open – including the Working Women’s Centre in Adelaide. Labor will stop the privatization of medicare First the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax, then they introduced a GP Tax by stealth by freezing the Medicare Benefits Schedule and now they are trying to privatise Medicare payments.
Labor will stop the privatization of medicare First the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax, then they introduced a GP Tax by stealth by freezing the Medicare Benefits Schedule and now they are trying to privatise Medicare payments. The Liberals are doing everything they can to wreck Medicare and take our health care system down the same path as America’s, where it is your credit card and not your Medicare Card that determines the quality of your health care.
First the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax, then they introduced a GP Tax by stealth by freezing the Medicare Benefits Schedule and now they are trying to privatise Medicare payments. The Liberals are doing everything they can to wreck Medicare and take our health care system down the same path as America’s, where it is your credit card and not your Medicare Card that determines the quality of your health care. By contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver good health outcomes for South Australia into the future.
The Liberals are doing everything they can to wreck Medicare and take our health care system down the same path as America’s, where it is your credit card and not your Medicare Card that determines the quality of your health care. By contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver good health outcomes for South Australia into the future. PROTECTING MEDICARE
By contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver good health outcomes for South Australia into the future. PROTECTING MEDICARE Labor built Medicare and we will always fight to protect it.
Labor built Medicare and we will always fight to protect it. Labor will reverse the Liberal Government’s freeze on the Medicare Benefits Schedule. This means an average family in South Australia with two children will be more than $400 better off under Labor.
Labor will reverse the Liberal Government’s freeze on the Medicare Benefits Schedule. This means an average family in South Australia with two children will be more than $400 better off under Labor. We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare.
This means an average family in South Australia with two children will be more than $400 better off under Labor. We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare. SCRAPPING THE LIBERALS’ MEDICINE PRICE HIKE
We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare. SCRAPPING THE LIBERALS’ MEDICINE PRICE HIKE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class families in South Australia.
SCRAPPING THE LIBERALS’ MEDICINE PRICE HIKE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class families in South Australia. Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script.
Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class families in South Australia. Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script. Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable.
Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script. Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable. INVESTING IN HOSPITALS
Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable. INVESTING IN HOSPITALS Labor will increase funding for South Australian hospitals over the next four years.
INVESTING IN HOSPITALS Labor will increase funding for South Australian hospitals over the next four years. This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments.
Labor will increase funding for South Australian hospitals over the next four years. This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments. Under Labor, hospitals in South Australia can expect to receive around $140 million more than they would under the Liberals.
This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments. Under Labor, hospitals in South Australia can expect to receive around $140 million more than they would under the Liberals. This means better services and shorter wait times at South Australian hospitals.
Under Labor, hospitals in South Australia can expect to receive around $140 million more than they would under the Liberals. This means better services and shorter wait times at South Australian hospitals. INNOVATION IN HEALTH CARE
This means better services and shorter wait times at South Australian hospitals. INNOVATION IN HEALTH CARE Because of Labor, Australia has one of the best health care systems in the world.
But Australia’s health care system continues to face significant challenges. An ageing population, growing health inequality among many groups, as well as locations of disadvantage, means that Australia requires new approaches to care. If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop, pilot and roll-out new models of primary care around Australia.
An ageing population, growing health inequality among many groups, as well as locations of disadvantage, means that Australia requires new approaches to care. If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop, pilot and roll-out new models of primary care around Australia. LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE
If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop, pilot and roll-out new models of primary care around Australia. LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE Labor will invest in life saving research and care for those in South Australia suffering from chronic disease.
LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE Labor will invest in life saving research and care for those in South Australia suffering from chronic disease. These commitments include: $10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses
Labor will invest in life saving research and care for those in South Australia suffering from chronic disease. These commitments include: $10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses $8 million for ovarian cancer research.
$4 million to improve care and support for people suffering from Motor Neurone Disease. $84 million to improve access to lifesaving technologies for Australians with type 1 diabetes. Labor´s plan for South Australian Schools, universities and tafe
$84 million to improve access to lifesaving technologies for Australians with type 1 diabetes. Labor´s plan for South Australian Schools, universities and tafe Every child deserves to have the same chance of succeeding at school, and in life, as any other child in the country.
Labor´s plan for South Australian Schools, universities and tafe Every child deserves to have the same chance of succeeding at school, and in life, as any other child in the country. Improving education is the key to opportunity and to the future economic and social prosperity of South Australia.
Every child deserves to have the same chance of succeeding at school, and in life, as any other child in the country. Improving education is the key to opportunity and to the future economic and social prosperity of South Australia. Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system.
Improving education is the key to opportunity and to the future economic and social prosperity of South Australia. Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system. Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments we need to give every South Australian child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy.
Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system. Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments we need to give every South Australian child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy. IMPROVING SOUTH AUSTRALIAN SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE
Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments we need to give every South Australian child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy. IMPROVING SOUTH AUSTRALIAN SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan aims to make South Australian schools among the very best in the world.
IMPROVING SOUTH AUSTRALIAN SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan aims to make South Australian schools among the very best in the world. Every student in every school will be supported to achieve their best through investment in: More one-on-one support.
Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan aims to make South Australian schools among the very best in the world. Every student in every school will be supported to achieve their best through investment in: More one-on-one support. Better remedial literacy and numeracy programs – and more extension options.
Better access to allied health support – like speech and occupational therapists. Labor’s investment is targeted to improve the results of those students who need it most, including students with disability, Indigenous students, students in regional and rural areas, and students from low socio-economic backgrounds. Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade, including $355 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for South Australian schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals.
Labor’s investment is targeted to improve the results of those students who need it most, including students with disability, Indigenous students, students in regional and rural areas, and students from low socio-economic backgrounds. Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade, including $355 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for South Australian schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL
Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade, including $355 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for South Australian schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL South Australia will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay for $100,000 degrees.
KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL South Australia will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay for $100,000 degrees. Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university, no matter how bright they are.
South Australia will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay for $100,000 degrees. Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university, no matter how bright they are. Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee, removing the need for higher fees.
Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university, no matter how bright they are. Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee, removing the need for higher fees. With Labor, students will be able to study at universities like Flinders University, the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia based on good marks and hard work, not their bank balance.
Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee, removing the need for higher fees. With Labor, students will be able to study at universities like Flinders University, the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia based on good marks and hard work, not their bank balance. SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHS
With Labor, students will be able to study at universities like Flinders University, the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia based on good marks and hard work, not their bank balance. SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHS Labor will make sure all South Australian students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for the future workforce.
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHS Labor will make sure all South Australian students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for the future workforce. Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations will require skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Labor will make sure all South Australian students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for the future workforce. Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations will require skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Nationally, Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill.
Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations will require skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Nationally, Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill. This will mean new and up-skilled STEM teachers for South Australian schools.
Nationally, Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill. This will mean new and up-skilled STEM teachers for South Australian schools. Labor will provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses will do so without a HECS debt.
This will mean new and up-skilled STEM teachers for South Australian schools. Labor will provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses will do so without a HECS debt. PROTECTING TAFE – STRENGTHENING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
Labor will provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses will do so without a HECS debt. PROTECTING TAFE – STRENGTHENING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Labor will protect TAFE by introducing a TAFE Funding Guarantee that will ensure a minimum proportion of vocational education funding stays with TAFE.
PROTECTING TAFE – STRENGTHENING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Labor will protect TAFE by introducing a TAFE Funding Guarantee that will ensure a minimum proportion of vocational education funding stays with TAFE. Labor will undertake a comprehensive National Vocational Education and Training Sector Review to make sure the system is meeting the needs of students and employers, weed out dodgy providers and enforce strong standards.
Labor will protect TAFE by introducing a TAFE Funding Guarantee that will ensure a minimum proportion of vocational education funding stays with TAFE. Labor will undertake a comprehensive National Vocational Education and Training Sector Review to make sure the system is meeting the needs of students and employers, weed out dodgy providers and enforce strong standards. Supporting families and communities
Labor will undertake a comprehensive National Vocational Education and Training Sector Review to make sure the system is meeting the needs of students and employers, weed out dodgy providers and enforce strong standards. Supporting families and communities Labor believes that when middle and working class South Australian families are succeeding, all of South Australia will prosper.
Supporting families and communities Labor believes that when middle and working class South Australian families are succeeding, all of South Australia will prosper. That is why Labor has a plan to protect the living standards of middle and working class families.
Labor believes that when middle and working class South Australian families are succeeding, all of South Australia will prosper. That is why Labor has a plan to protect the living standards of middle and working class families. With Labor, budget repair will be fair.
That is why Labor has a plan to protect the living standards of middle and working class families. With Labor, budget repair will be fair. Unlike the Liberals, we will not be fixing Mr Turnbull’s budget mess by attacking the family budget.
With Labor, budget repair will be fair. Unlike the Liberals, we will not be fixing Mr Turnbull’s budget mess by attacking the family budget. EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE
Unlike the Liberals, we will not be fixing Mr Turnbull’s budget mess by attacking the family budget. EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE There are 41,220 families in South Australia that rely on the Child Care Benefit who will be better off under Labor.
EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE There are 41,220 families in South Australia that rely on the Child Care Benefit who will be better off under Labor. From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent.
There are 41,220 families in South Australia that rely on the Child Care Benefit who will be better off under Labor. From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent. This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year.
From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent. This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year. Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017 will mean that many of the 53,230 families in South Australia that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year.
This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year. Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017 will mean that many of the 53,230 families in South Australia that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year. PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017 will mean that many of the 53,230 families in South Australia that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year. PAID PARENTAL LEAVE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ plan to cut Paid Parental Leave to around 80,000 new mums each year.
Under Labor, parents will be as much as $11,800 better off when they have a baby. FAMILY TAX BENEFITS Labor will reverse the Abbott-Turnbull Government’s cuts to Family Tax Benefits (FTB).
FAMILY TAX BENEFITS Labor will reverse the Abbott-Turnbull Government’s cuts to Family Tax Benefits (FTB). With Labor, families earning less than $100,000 will maintain their FTB at current rates.
Labor will reverse the Abbott-Turnbull Government’s cuts to Family Tax Benefits (FTB). With Labor, families earning less than $100,000 will maintain their FTB at current rates. For families earning over $100,000 there will be a modest reduction of 50 per cent of their FTB-A end of year supplement.
With Labor, a couple with a single income of $85,000 and two children in primary school will be around $1,300 better off each year. A sole parent with income of $65,000 and two children in high school will be around $3,000 better off each year under Labor. With Labor, Family Tax Benefits will be targeted to the South Australian families that need them most.
A sole parent with income of $65,000 and two children in high school will be around $3,000 better off each year under Labor. With Labor, Family Tax Benefits will be targeted to the South Australian families that need them most. INVESTING IN SOUTH AUSTRALIAN COMMUNITIES
With Labor, Family Tax Benefits will be targeted to the South Australian families that need them most. INVESTING IN SOUTH AUSTRALIAN COMMUNITIES A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people of South Australia.
INVESTING IN SOUTH AUSTRALIAN COMMUNITIES A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people of South Australia. These include: $80 million for the Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people of South Australia. These include: $80 million for the Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme. $44 million for flood mitigation works in the urban catchments of Brown Hill and Keswick Creeks.
These include: $80 million for the Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme. $44 million for flood mitigation works in the urban catchments of Brown Hill and Keswick Creeks. $6.6 million for the refurbishment of the Thebarton Oval precinct, home of the South Australian Amateur Football League.
$44 million for flood mitigation works in the urban catchments of Brown Hill and Keswick Creeks. $6.6 million for the refurbishment of the Thebarton Oval precinct, home of the South Australian Amateur Football League. $4 million to build the St Clair Recreation Precinct, multi-use indoor recreation centre and associated facilities for western Adelaide.
$6.6 million for the refurbishment of the Thebarton Oval precinct, home of the South Australian Amateur Football League. $4 million to build the St Clair Recreation Precinct, multi-use indoor recreation centre and associated facilities for western Adelaide. $1.5 million to support the construction of the Kilburn Sporting Complex.
$4 million to build the St Clair Recreation Precinct, multi-use indoor recreation centre and associated facilities for western Adelaide. $1.5 million to support the construction of the Kilburn Sporting Complex. $500,000 to upgrade the Yatala Vale Road and Golden Grove Road junction in Adelaide’s northeast
$1.5 million to support the construction of the Kilburn Sporting Complex. $500,000 to upgrade the Yatala Vale Road and Golden Grove Road junction in Adelaide’s northeast $200,000 to fix fencing on the Goodwood and Millswood Freight Train lines.
$500,000 to upgrade the Yatala Vale Road and Golden Grove Road junction in Adelaide’s northeast $200,000 to fix fencing on the Goodwood and Millswood Freight Train lines. $200,000 for safety and fencing upgrades to improve pedestrian access to Millswood train station.
$200,000 to fix fencing on the Goodwood and Millswood Freight Train lines. $200,000 for safety and fencing upgrades to improve pedestrian access to Millswood train station. Liberal cuts in South Australia
$200,000 for safety and fencing upgrades to improve pedestrian access to Millswood train station. Liberal cuts in South Australia Under the Liberals, South Australians have been through three years of harsh cuts, chaos and broken promises.
Liberal cuts in South Australia Under the Liberals, South Australians have been through three years of harsh cuts, chaos and broken promises. Cuts to schools and universities, cuts to Medicare, cuts to families and cuts to pensions.
Under the Liberals, South Australians have been through three years of harsh cuts, chaos and broken promises. Cuts to schools and universities, cuts to Medicare, cuts to families and cuts to pensions. This is the legacy of the Abbott-Turnbull Government.
Cuts to schools and universities, cuts to Medicare, cuts to families and cuts to pensions. This is the legacy of the Abbott-Turnbull Government. South Australians cannot afford another three years of cuts that hurt South Australian families and the economy.
This is the legacy of the Abbott-Turnbull Government. South Australians cannot afford another three years of cuts that hurt South Australian families and the economy. YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT
South Australians cannot afford another three years of cuts that hurt South Australian families and the economy. YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT Under the Liberals the youth unemployment rate in South Australia has grown by more than a percentage point, and is now the second highest in the country.
YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT Under the Liberals the youth unemployment rate in South Australia has grown by more than a percentage point, and is now the second highest in the country. The number of young people in job training across the country has plummeted, and there are now an astonishing 14,000 fewer apprentices in South Australia than there were in 2013.
Under the Liberals the youth unemployment rate in South Australia has grown by more than a percentage point, and is now the second highest in the country. The number of young people in job training across the country has plummeted, and there are now an astonishing 14,000 fewer apprentices in South Australia than there were in 2013. Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices, so young people from all across South Australia can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future.
The number of young people in job training across the country has plummeted, and there are now an astonishing 14,000 fewer apprentices in South Australia than there were in 2013. Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices, so young people from all across South Australia can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future. CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY
Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices, so young people from all across South Australia can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future. CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY The Liberals took a cut to automotive industry support of $500 million to the last election, having been warned by industry, unions and Labor that this would force Holden and other manufacturers to close.
CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY The Liberals took a cut to automotive industry support of $500 million to the last election, having been warned by industry, unions and Labor that this would force Holden and other manufacturers to close. Upon forming government, the Liberals refused to drop their planned cuts, even though Labor fought against them in Parliament and the industry called for certainty of support from government.
The Liberals took a cut to automotive industry support of $500 million to the last election, having been warned by industry, unions and Labor that this would force Holden and other manufacturers to close. Upon forming government, the Liberals refused to drop their planned cuts, even though Labor fought against them in Parliament and the industry called for certainty of support from government. In response to Holden and Toyota’s closure announcement, the Liberals increased targeted support for the diversification of automotive supply chain firms by only $3 million, ensuring these supply chain firms, their workers as well as those at Holden would be left high and dry by the Liberal Government.
Upon forming government, the Liberals refused to drop their planned cuts, even though Labor fought against them in Parliament and the industry called for certainty of support from government. In response to Holden and Toyota’s closure announcement, the Liberals increased targeted support for the diversification of automotive supply chain firms by only $3 million, ensuring these supply chain firms, their workers as well as those at Holden would be left high and dry by the Liberal Government. CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN SCHOOLS
In response to Holden and Toyota’s closure announcement, the Liberals increased targeted support for the diversification of automotive supply chain firms by only $3 million, ensuring these supply chain firms, their workers as well as those at Holden would be left high and dry by the Liberal Government. CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN SCHOOLS The Liberals have cut $2 billion from South Australian schools over the next 10 years.
CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN SCHOOLS The Liberals have cut $2 billion from South Australian schools over the next 10 years. This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students in South Australia and fewer jobs for South Australian education workers.
The Liberals have cut $2 billion from South Australian schools over the next 10 years. This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students in South Australia and fewer jobs for South Australian education workers. It means Indigenous students, students with disability or additional learning needs and students from low socio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best.
This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students in South Australia and fewer jobs for South Australian education workers. It means Indigenous students, students with disability or additional learning needs and students from low socio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best. CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN UNIVERSITIES
It means Indigenous students, students with disability or additional learning needs and students from low socio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best. CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN UNIVERSITIES The Liberals will rip $463 million from South Australian universities over the next five years.
CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN UNIVERSITIES The Liberals will rip $463 million from South Australian universities over the next five years. If the Liberals get re-elected, students in South Australia will be facing fees of up to $100,000 for a university degree.
The Liberals will rip $463 million from South Australian universities over the next five years. If the Liberals get re-elected, students in South Australia will be facing fees of up to $100,000 for a university degree. CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN FAMILIES
If the Liberals get re-elected, students in South Australia will be facing fees of up to $100,000 for a university degree. CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN FAMILIES More than 117,000 families in South Australia will lose their full Family Tax Benefit A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected. That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year.
CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN FAMILIES More than 117,000 families in South Australia will lose their full Family Tax Benefit A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected. That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year. More than 95,000 single parents and single income families in South Australia will lose their Family Tax Benefit B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year.
More than 117,000 families in South Australia will lose their full Family Tax Benefit A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected. That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year. More than 95,000 single parents and single income families in South Australia will lose their Family Tax Benefit B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year. Under the Liberals, single parents whose youngest child is 13 or over will have their Family Tax Benefit reduced by around $1,785, and those whose youngest is aged 16-19 and in full time school will lose the full payment of $2,785.
More than 95,000 single parents and single income families in South Australia will lose their Family Tax Benefit B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year. Under the Liberals, single parents whose youngest child is 13 or over will have their Family Tax Benefit reduced by around $1,785, and those whose youngest is aged 16-19 and in full time school will lose the full payment of $2,785. CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN PENSIONERS
Under the Liberals, single parents whose youngest child is 13 or over will have their Family Tax Benefit reduced by around $1,785, and those whose youngest is aged 16-19 and in full time school will lose the full payment of $2,785. CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN PENSIONERS In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of South Australia’s 352,000 pensioners.
CUTS TO SOUTH AUSTRALIAN PENSIONERS In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of South Australia’s 352,000 pensioners. If the Liberals are re-elected, many pensioners in South Australia will lose up to $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment.
In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of South Australia’s 352,000 pensioners. If the Liberals are re-elected, many pensioners in South Australia will lose up to $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment. Under the Liberals, age pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will have their pension reduced after six weeks.
If the Liberals are re-elected, many pensioners in South Australia will lose up to $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment. Under the Liberals, age pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will have their pension reduced after six weeks. CUTS TO VULNERABLE SOUTH AUSTRALIANS
Under the Liberals, age pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will have their pension reduced after six weeks. CUTS TO VULNERABLE SOUTH AUSTRALIANS In their 2014 Budget, the Liberals tried to leave young jobseekers with nothing to live on for six months.
CUTS TO VULNERABLE SOUTH AUSTRALIANS In their 2014 Budget, the Liberals tried to leave young jobseekers with nothing to live on for six months. In 2015 they tried to leave them with nothing for a month.
In their 2014 Budget, the Liberals tried to leave young jobseekers with nothing to live on for six months. In 2015 they tried to leave them with nothing for a month. The Liberals tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance.
In 2015 they tried to leave them with nothing for a month. The Liberals tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance. These measures would have pushed young people into poverty.
The Liberals tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance. These measures would have pushed young people into poverty. CUTS TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES
These measures would have pushed young people into poverty. CUTS TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES The Liberals cut $52 million from assistance grants to South Australian councils in the 2014 Budget.
CUTS TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES The Liberals cut $52 million from assistance grants to South Australian councils in the 2014 Budget. These cuts are ongoing, and significantly impact on the ability of councils in South Australia to deliver basic community services like child care and libraries.
The Liberals cut $52 million from assistance grants to South Australian councils in the 2014 Budget. These cuts are ongoing, and significantly impact on the ability of councils in South Australia to deliver basic community services like child care and libraries. It has led to cuts in road maintenance, and has cost local jobs.
These cuts are ongoing, and significantly impact on the ability of councils in South Australia to deliver basic community services like child care and libraries. It has led to cuts in road maintenance, and has cost local jobs. The Liberals cut supplementary local roads funding for South Australian councils in the 2014 Budget.
It has led to cuts in road maintenance, and has cost local jobs. The Liberals cut supplementary local roads funding for South Australian councils in the 2014 Budget. This represented a loss of $18 million per year to sparsely populated councils with many local roads to maintain.
The Liberals cut supplementary local roads funding for South Australian councils in the 2014 Budget. This represented a loss of $18 million per year to sparsely populated councils with many local roads to maintain. This was on top of the financial assistance grants.
This represented a loss of $18 million per year to sparsely populated councils with many local roads to maintain. This was on top of the financial assistance grants. A UNITED LABOR TEAM WILL PUT PEOPLE FIRST
This was on top of the financial assistance grants. A UNITED LABOR TEAM WILL PUT PEOPLE FIRST From the day Bill Shorten became Leader, Labor’s team has remained united, with a single-minded commitment to deliver those policies that put people first.
WE'LL PUT PEOPLE FIRST POSITIVE POLICY Labor's Positive Plan For the NT
POSITIVE POLICY Labor's Positive Plan For the NT Northern Territory. Labor´s positive policies
Labor's Positive Plan For the NT Northern Territory. Labor´s positive policies A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTENEvery year, hundreds of thousands of visitors travel to the Top End to experience the beautiful landscapes, cultures and traditions of the Northern Territory.But the Territory needs more than a healthy tourism industry to secure a prosperous future.That is why I believe that Labor’s plan is the right one for the Territory, because Labor’s plan grows the economy in a way that protects jobs and improves living standards."Labor will build the infrastructure that the Territory needs to create jobs and drive growth into the future."We will finish the NBN so that businesses and households can engage in the digital economy.Labor’s plan includes record investment in Territory schools; scrapping the Liberals’ $100,000 degrees; and reforming TAFE.Importantly, Labor has made a commitment to Indigenous students.Our plan includes protecting Medicare, keeping medicine affordable and investing in hospitals.Labor will protect penalty rates, scrap the Government’s harsh and unfair cuts to Paid Parental Leave and Family Tax Benefits and give families immediate child care relief.I believe that when working and middle class families prosper, all Australians prosper. That is why I am committed to working every single day to ensuring that every Territory family gets the opportunity to build a decent life.On July 2, Territorians have a clear choice: Labor’s positive plan, or the Liberals’ plan for another round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so Malcolm Turnbull can give a $50 billion tax cut to big business.I invite you to read more about Labor’s positive policies atwww.100positivepolicies.org.au.Bill Shorten
Northern Territory. Labor´s positive policies A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTENEvery year, hundreds of thousands of visitors travel to the Top End to experience the beautiful landscapes, cultures and traditions of the Northern Territory.But the Territory needs more than a healthy tourism industry to secure a prosperous future.That is why I believe that Labor’s plan is the right one for the Territory, because Labor’s plan grows the economy in a way that protects jobs and improves living standards."Labor will build the infrastructure that the Territory needs to create jobs and drive growth into the future."We will finish the NBN so that businesses and households can engage in the digital economy.Labor’s plan includes record investment in Territory schools; scrapping the Liberals’ $100,000 degrees; and reforming TAFE.Importantly, Labor has made a commitment to Indigenous students.Our plan includes protecting Medicare, keeping medicine affordable and investing in hospitals.Labor will protect penalty rates, scrap the Government’s harsh and unfair cuts to Paid Parental Leave and Family Tax Benefits and give families immediate child care relief.I believe that when working and middle class families prosper, all Australians prosper. That is why I am committed to working every single day to ensuring that every Territory family gets the opportunity to build a decent life.On July 2, Territorians have a clear choice: Labor’s positive plan, or the Liberals’ plan for another round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so Malcolm Turnbull can give a $50 billion tax cut to big business.I invite you to read more about Labor’s positive policies atwww.100positivepolicies.org.au.Bill Shorten PROTECTING NORTHERN TERRITORY JOBS TODAY AND CREATING THE JOBS OF THE FUTURE
A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTENEvery year, hundreds of thousands of visitors travel to the Top End to experience the beautiful landscapes, cultures and traditions of the Northern Territory.But the Territory needs more than a healthy tourism industry to secure a prosperous future.That is why I believe that Labor’s plan is the right one for the Territory, because Labor’s plan grows the economy in a way that protects jobs and improves living standards."Labor will build the infrastructure that the Territory needs to create jobs and drive growth into the future."We will finish the NBN so that businesses and households can engage in the digital economy.Labor’s plan includes record investment in Territory schools; scrapping the Liberals’ $100,000 degrees; and reforming TAFE.Importantly, Labor has made a commitment to Indigenous students.Our plan includes protecting Medicare, keeping medicine affordable and investing in hospitals.Labor will protect penalty rates, scrap the Government’s harsh and unfair cuts to Paid Parental Leave and Family Tax Benefits and give families immediate child care relief.I believe that when working and middle class families prosper, all Australians prosper. That is why I am committed to working every single day to ensuring that every Territory family gets the opportunity to build a decent life.On July 2, Territorians have a clear choice: Labor’s positive plan, or the Liberals’ plan for another round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so Malcolm Turnbull can give a $50 billion tax cut to big business.I invite you to read more about Labor’s positive policies atwww.100positivepolicies.org.au.Bill Shorten PROTECTING NORTHERN TERRITORY JOBS TODAY AND CREATING THE JOBS OF THE FUTURE Labor will invest in the job-creating infrastructure that will create local jobs and drive the Territory’s economy for the next generation.
PROTECTING NORTHERN TERRITORY JOBS TODAY AND CREATING THE JOBS OF THE FUTURE Labor will invest in the job-creating infrastructure that will create local jobs and drive the Territory’s economy for the next generation. Labor has also designed a suite of policies to help prepare Territorians for the jobs of the future.
Labor will invest in the job-creating infrastructure that will create local jobs and drive the Territory’s economy for the next generation. Labor has also designed a suite of policies to help prepare Territorians for the jobs of the future. BUILDING JOB-CREATING INFRASTRUCTURE
Labor has also designed a suite of policies to help prepare Territorians for the jobs of the future. BUILDING JOB-CREATING INFRASTRUCTURE A Shorten Labor Government will invest $58 million in an infrastructure package that will create jobs and drive growth in the Territory.
BUILDING JOB-CREATING INFRASTRUCTURE A Shorten Labor Government will invest $58 million in an infrastructure package that will create jobs and drive growth in the Territory. Labor’s commitments include: $12.2 million for a Darwin Rural Area anti-flooding package.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $58 million in an infrastructure package that will create jobs and drive growth in the Territory. Labor’s commitments include: $12.2 million for a Darwin Rural Area anti-flooding package. $10 million for the Numbulwar to Ngukurr road.
Labor’s commitments include: $12.2 million for a Darwin Rural Area anti-flooding package. $10 million for the Numbulwar to Ngukurr road. $2.5 million for Waterhouse River bridge and raised approaches.
$10 million for the Numbulwar to Ngukurr road. $2.5 million for Waterhouse River bridge and raised approaches. $10 million for the Sandover Highway in the Barkly Region.
$2.5 million for Waterhouse River bridge and raised approaches. $10 million for the Sandover Highway in the Barkly Region. $500,000 for the Emu Point access road.
$10 million for the Sandover Highway in the Barkly Region. $500,000 for the Emu Point access road. $15 million for the Santa Theresa to Alice Springs road.
$500,000 for the Emu Point access road. $15 million for the Santa Theresa to Alice Springs road. $8 million for the Papunya to Haasts Bluff road.
$15 million for the Santa Theresa to Alice Springs road. $8 million for the Papunya to Haasts Bluff road. NORTHERN AUSTRALIA TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE FUND
$8 million for the Papunya to Haasts Bluff road. NORTHERN AUSTRALIA TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE FUND A Shorten Labor Government will help northern Australia build the tourism infrastructure it needs to harness the huge economic potential of the Asian tourism boom, creating jobs and driving growth in our regions for decades to come.
NORTHERN AUSTRALIA TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE FUND A Shorten Labor Government will help northern Australia build the tourism infrastructure it needs to harness the huge economic potential of the Asian tourism boom, creating jobs and driving growth in our regions for decades to come. Labor will allocate $1 billion from the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility to a Northern Australia Tourism Infrastructure Fund, to boost partnerships with the tourism sector and provide incentives for investment in new and upgraded tourism infrastructure across the north.
A Shorten Labor Government will help northern Australia build the tourism infrastructure it needs to harness the huge economic potential of the Asian tourism boom, creating jobs and driving growth in our regions for decades to come. Labor will allocate $1 billion from the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility to a Northern Australia Tourism Infrastructure Fund, to boost partnerships with the tourism sector and provide incentives for investment in new and upgraded tourism infrastructure across the north. The following will be eligible for funding:  Projects targeting the expanding Asian tourism market.
Labor will allocate $1 billion from the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility to a Northern Australia Tourism Infrastructure Fund, to boost partnerships with the tourism sector and provide incentives for investment in new and upgraded tourism infrastructure across the north. The following will be eligible for funding:  Projects targeting the expanding Asian tourism market. Projects promoting Australia’s natural environment such as the Great Barrier Reef.
The following will be eligible for funding:  Projects targeting the expanding Asian tourism market. Projects promoting Australia’s natural environment such as the Great Barrier Reef. Eco-tourism.
Event-based facilities including stadia and convention centres. Transport and access upgrades, including for ports and airports. NORTHERN TERRITORY BUSINESS ADVISORY COUNCIL
Transport and access upgrades, including for ports and airports. NORTHERN TERRITORY BUSINESS ADVISORY COUNCIL A Shorten Labor Government will create a new Business Advisory Council on the Northern Territory to develop and deliver a long-term plan for growth.
NORTHERN TERRITORY BUSINESS ADVISORY COUNCIL A Shorten Labor Government will create a new Business Advisory Council on the Northern Territory to develop and deliver a long-term plan for growth. The Council will take a multifaceted approach to development, working with different industry sectors including the pastoral, agricultural, tourism and mining industries.
A Shorten Labor Government will create a new Business Advisory Council on the Northern Territory to develop and deliver a long-term plan for growth. The Council will take a multifaceted approach to development, working with different industry sectors including the pastoral, agricultural, tourism and mining industries. Labor wants to ensure Territorians can harness the benefits of the current investment boom in resource projects like the Inpex LNG plant and the ramping up of Defence projects.
The Council will take a multifaceted approach to development, working with different industry sectors including the pastoral, agricultural, tourism and mining industries. Labor wants to ensure Territorians can harness the benefits of the current investment boom in resource projects like the Inpex LNG plant and the ramping up of Defence projects. The Business Advisory Council will provide advice on the Territory’s economic development, including developing economic and social infrastructure, maximising local industry participation in government projects and improving access to foreign markets.
Labor wants to ensure Territorians can harness the benefits of the current investment boom in resource projects like the Inpex LNG plant and the ramping up of Defence projects. The Business Advisory Council will provide advice on the Territory’s economic development, including developing economic and social infrastructure, maximising local industry participation in government projects and improving access to foreign markets. PROTECTING PENALTY RATES
The Business Advisory Council will provide advice on the Territory’s economic development, including developing economic and social infrastructure, maximising local industry participation in government projects and improving access to foreign markets. PROTECTING PENALTY RATES It is clear that the Liberals want to see weekend penalty rates reduced.
Under Labor’s New Jobs Tax Cut, small businesses will be able to claim a tax deduction of up to $20,000 per worker to offset the wages of up to five new employees. Just like the previous Labor Government’s instant asset write-off, businesses will be able to claim the New Jobs Tax Cut as part of their regular tax return. This represents a $257 million investment in getting older Australians, parents, carers and younger Australians back to work.
Just like the previous Labor Government’s instant asset write-off, businesses will be able to claim the New Jobs Tax Cut as part of their regular tax return. This represents a $257 million investment in getting older Australians, parents, carers and younger Australians back to work. It will help up to 30,000 Australians find a job each year.
This represents a $257 million investment in getting older Australians, parents, carers and younger Australians back to work. It will help up to 30,000 Australians find a job each year. Our New Jobs Tax Cut will reward small businesses that invest in jobs and do their bit to get these Australians back to into work.
It will help up to 30,000 Australians find a job each year. Our New Jobs Tax Cut will reward small businesses that invest in jobs and do their bit to get these Australians back to into work. LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL PEOPLE
Our New Jobs Tax Cut will reward small businesses that invest in jobs and do their bit to get these Australians back to into work. LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL PEOPLE A Shorten Labor Government will invest $68.6 million over the next four years to deliver our Local Jobs for Local People program.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $68.6 million over the next four years to deliver our Local Jobs for Local People program. This will connect people in disadvantaged communities with jobs and training opportunities, while also tackling the complex social and local issues that can keep Australians from finding work. Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high employment or entrenched disadvantage
This will connect people in disadvantaged communities with jobs and training opportunities, while also tackling the complex social and local issues that can keep Australians from finding work. Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high employment or entrenched disadvantage WORKING FUTURES
Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high employment or entrenched disadvantage WORKING FUTURES Labor will get more young people into work and keep them there by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program.
WORKING FUTURES Labor will get more young people into work and keep them there by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program. We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 through a comprehensive work and training program that sets them on the right path to ongoing quality jobs. Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs.
Labor will get more young people into work and keep them there by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program. We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 through a comprehensive work and training program that sets them on the right path to ongoing quality jobs. Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs. This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without sufficient protections.
We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 through a comprehensive work and training program that sets them on the right path to ongoing quality jobs. Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs. This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without sufficient protections. INDIGENOUS RANGERS
This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without sufficient protections. INDIGENOUS RANGERS A Shorten Labor Government will double the number of Indigenous rangers employed under the Indigenous Rangers – Working on Country Program, boosting jobs and environmental stewardship in remote areas.
INDIGENOUS RANGERS A Shorten Labor Government will double the number of Indigenous rangers employed under the Indigenous Rangers – Working on Country Program, boosting jobs and environmental stewardship in remote areas. The Working on Country program was established in 2007 and currently employs 775 Indigenous people in communities across Australia.
A Shorten Labor Government will double the number of Indigenous rangers employed under the Indigenous Rangers – Working on Country Program, boosting jobs and environmental stewardship in remote areas. The Working on Country program was established in 2007 and currently employs 775 Indigenous people in communities across Australia. Under Labor that number will double to 1,550 Indigenous rangers by 2020-21.
The Working on Country program was established in 2007 and currently employs 775 Indigenous people in communities across Australia. Under Labor that number will double to 1,550 Indigenous rangers by 2020-21. WORKING WOMEN’S CENTRES
Under Labor that number will double to 1,550 Indigenous rangers by 2020-21. WORKING WOMEN’S CENTRES Working Women’s Centres provide specialist advice and advocacy and produce educational materials, deliver community education sessions and provide advice to government on a range of female workforce issues.
WORKING WOMEN’S CENTRES Working Women’s Centres provide specialist advice and advocacy and produce educational materials, deliver community education sessions and provide advice to government on a range of female workforce issues. The Liberals’ cuts threaten the free, specialist employment advice service for vulnerable women provided by these facilities.
Working Women’s Centres provide specialist advice and advocacy and produce educational materials, deliver community education sessions and provide advice to government on a range of female workforce issues. The Liberals’ cuts threaten the free, specialist employment advice service for vulnerable women provided by these facilities. A Shorten Labor Government will keep them open – including the two working women’s centres in Darwin and Alice Springs.
The Liberals’ cuts threaten the free, specialist employment advice service for vulnerable women provided by these facilities. A Shorten Labor Government will keep them open – including the two working women’s centres in Darwin and Alice Springs. THE DEFENCE COMMUNITY
A Shorten Labor Government will keep them open – including the two working women’s centres in Darwin and Alice Springs. THE DEFENCE COMMUNITY The Territory has a long history of supporting Australia’s Defence Forces, and the presence of defence personnel and their families continue to play a major role in the Top End economy.
THE DEFENCE COMMUNITY The Territory has a long history of supporting Australia’s Defence Forces, and the presence of defence personnel and their families continue to play a major role in the Top End economy. The 2016 Defence White Paper outlines $20 billion in additional spending on Northern Territory defence facilities over the next two decades.
The Territory has a long history of supporting Australia’s Defence Forces, and the presence of defence personnel and their families continue to play a major role in the Top End economy. The 2016 Defence White Paper outlines $20 billion in additional spending on Northern Territory defence facilities over the next two decades. Labor supports these commitments, understanding the benefits for the local community including local industry and small business.
The 2016 Defence White Paper outlines $20 billion in additional spending on Northern Territory defence facilities over the next two decades. Labor supports these commitments, understanding the benefits for the local community including local industry and small business. It was under Labor in 2011 that Australia and the United States agreed to the Force Posture Initiatives in the Territory, which once fully realised will see 2,500 personnel and equipment rotate through Australia, and US aircraft making regular visits to our northern air bases for exercises and training.
Labor supports these commitments, understanding the benefits for the local community including local industry and small business. It was under Labor in 2011 that Australia and the United States agreed to the Force Posture Initiatives in the Territory, which once fully realised will see 2,500 personnel and equipment rotate through Australia, and US aircraft making regular visits to our northern air bases for exercises and training. This will be a significant boost to the Territory economy, estimated to be worth $5,000 per marine, per year.
It was under Labor in 2011 that Australia and the United States agreed to the Force Posture Initiatives in the Territory, which once fully realised will see 2,500 personnel and equipment rotate through Australia, and US aircraft making regular visits to our northern air bases for exercises and training. This will be a significant boost to the Territory economy, estimated to be worth $5,000 per marine, per year. BUILDING STRONG REMOTE COMMUNITIES
This will be a significant boost to the Territory economy, estimated to be worth $5,000 per marine, per year. BUILDING STRONG REMOTE COMMUNITIES Labor is committed to working with Indigenous people living in outstations to build strong remote communities and to create opportunities for economic development.
BUILDING STRONG REMOTE COMMUNITIES Labor is committed to working with Indigenous people living in outstations to build strong remote communities and to create opportunities for economic development. As the majority landowners across the Territory, Labor is committed to working with Indigenous Australians in a joint project of development for the Northern Territory.
Labor is committed to working with Indigenous people living in outstations to build strong remote communities and to create opportunities for economic development. As the majority landowners across the Territory, Labor is committed to working with Indigenous Australians in a joint project of development for the Northern Territory. APPRENTICESHIPS
As the majority landowners across the Territory, Labor is committed to working with Indigenous Australians in a joint project of development for the Northern Territory. APPRENTICESHIPS Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places.
APPRENTICESHIPS Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places. Labor will also help retrenched workers gain formal recognition of their skills through accelerated apprenticeships so they can find their next job.
Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places. Labor will also help retrenched workers gain formal recognition of their skills through accelerated apprenticeships so they can find their next job. The Apprentice Ready program will offer a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List.
Labor will also help retrenched workers gain formal recognition of their skills through accelerated apprenticeships so they can find their next job. The Apprentice Ready program will offer a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List. Labor is also committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices – so young Territorians can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future
The Apprentice Ready program will offer a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List. Labor is also committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices – so young Territorians can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future THE NATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK
Labor is also committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices – so young Territorians can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future THE NATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the National Broadband Network the Northern Territory needs to create the jobs of the future.
THE NATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the National Broadband Network the Northern Territory needs to create the jobs of the future. Labor will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node.
A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the National Broadband Network the Northern Territory needs to create the jobs of the future. Labor will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node. This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that would otherwise get Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version.
Labor will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node. This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that would otherwise get Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version. Labor will also commission Infrastructure Australia to manage the development of a plan that outlines how and when the parts of Australia left with Mr Turnbull’s second-rate NBN – such as Alice Springs and Tennant Creek – should be transitioned to fibre-to-the-premises.
This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that would otherwise get Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version. Labor will also commission Infrastructure Australia to manage the development of a plan that outlines how and when the parts of Australia left with Mr Turnbull’s second-rate NBN – such as Alice Springs and Tennant Creek – should be transitioned to fibre-to-the-premises. DRIVING INNOVATION
Labor will also commission Infrastructure Australia to manage the development of a plan that outlines how and when the parts of Australia left with Mr Turnbull’s second-rate NBN – such as Alice Springs and Tennant Creek – should be transitioned to fibre-to-the-premises. DRIVING INNOVATION Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in our cities and our regions.
DRIVING INNOVATION Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in our cities and our regions. This includes:  Backing in great ideas through co-investing in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund.
Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in our cities and our regions. This includes:  Backing in great ideas through co-investing in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund. Bringing together the superannuation, venture capital and start-up sectors in an Innovation Investment Partnership to identify barriers holding back investment in Australian-based venture capital funds and early-stage enterprises.
This includes:  Backing in great ideas through co-investing in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund. Bringing together the superannuation, venture capital and start-up sectors in an Innovation Investment Partnership to identify barriers holding back investment in Australian-based venture capital funds and early-stage enterprises. Improving access to finance for start-ups and micro-businesses through a partial guarantee scheme, Start-up Finance.
Bringing together the superannuation, venture capital and start-up sectors in an Innovation Investment Partnership to identify barriers holding back investment in Australian-based venture capital funds and early-stage enterprises. Improving access to finance for start-ups and micro-businesses through a partial guarantee scheme, Start-up Finance. Getting start-ups to help solve government problems through Challenge Platforms and support start-ups to compete in government tenders.
Improving access to finance for start-ups and micro-businesses through a partial guarantee scheme, Start-up Finance. Getting start-ups to help solve government problems through Challenge Platforms and support start-ups to compete in government tenders. Accelerating innovation in our regions through Regional Innovation Hubs.
Getting start-ups to help solve government problems through Challenge Platforms and support start-ups to compete in government tenders. Accelerating innovation in our regions through Regional Innovation Hubs. Reforming the innovation architecture through Innovate Australia.
Accelerating innovation in our regions through Regional Innovation Hubs. Reforming the innovation architecture through Innovate Australia. Improving the flow of capital to start-ups through Start-up Capital.
Reforming the innovation architecture through Innovate Australia. Improving the flow of capital to start-ups through Start-up Capital. Backing our best and brightest overseas through a Landing Pad for Australian innovators.
Improving the flow of capital to start-ups through Start-up Capital. Backing our best and brightest overseas through a Landing Pad for Australian innovators. LABOR WILL SAVE  MEDICARE
Backing our best and brightest overseas through a Landing Pad for Australian innovators. LABOR WILL SAVE  MEDICARE First the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax, then they introduced a GP Tax by stealth by freezing indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule and now they are trying to privatise Medicare payments.
LABOR WILL SAVE  MEDICARE First the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax, then they introduced a GP Tax by stealth by freezing indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule and now they are trying to privatise Medicare payments. The Liberals are doing everything they can to wreck Medicare and take our health care system down the same path as America’s, where it is your credit card and not your Medicare Card that determines the quality of your health care.
First the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax, then they introduced a GP Tax by stealth by freezing indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule and now they are trying to privatise Medicare payments. The Liberals are doing everything they can to wreck Medicare and take our health care system down the same path as America’s, where it is your credit card and not your Medicare Card that determines the quality of your health care. By contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver good health outcomes for the Northern Territory into the future.
The Liberals are doing everything they can to wreck Medicare and take our health care system down the same path as America’s, where it is your credit card and not your Medicare Card that determines the quality of your health care. By contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver good health outcomes for the Northern Territory into the future. PROTECTING MEDICARE
By contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver good health outcomes for the Northern Territory into the future. PROTECTING MEDICARE Labor built Medicare and we will always fight to protect it.
PROTECTING MEDICARE Labor built Medicare and we will always fight to protect it. Labor will reverse the Liberal Government’s freeze on the indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule. This means an average family in the Territory with two children will be around $400 better off under Labor.
Labor built Medicare and we will always fight to protect it. Labor will reverse the Liberal Government’s freeze on the indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule. This means an average family in the Territory with two children will be around $400 better off under Labor. We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare.
Labor will reverse the Liberal Government’s freeze on the indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule. This means an average family in the Territory with two children will be around $400 better off under Labor. We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare. INVESTING IN HOSPITALS
We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare. INVESTING IN HOSPITALS Labor will increase funding for Territory hospitals over the next four years.
INVESTING IN HOSPITALS Labor will increase funding for Territory hospitals over the next four years. This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments.
Labor will increase funding for Territory hospitals over the next four years. This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments. Under Labor, hospitals in the Territory can expect to receive around $20 million more than they would under the Liberals.
This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments. Under Labor, hospitals in the Territory can expect to receive around $20 million more than they would under the Liberals. This means better services and shorter wait times at Territory hospitals.
Under Labor, hospitals in the Territory can expect to receive around $20 million more than they would under the Liberals. This means better services and shorter wait times at Territory hospitals. CLOSING THE GAP IN INDIGENOUS HEALTH
This means better services and shorter wait times at Territory hospitals. CLOSING THE GAP IN INDIGENOUS HEALTH A Shorten Labor Government will continue the work of the previous Labor Government and work to close the gap on Indigenous health outcomes.
CLOSING THE GAP IN INDIGENOUS HEALTH A Shorten Labor Government will continue the work of the previous Labor Government and work to close the gap on Indigenous health outcomes. Labor will provide $5.5 million a year to roll out the Deadly Choices initiative across the country.
A Shorten Labor Government will continue the work of the previous Labor Government and work to close the gap on Indigenous health outcomes. Labor will provide $5.5 million a year to roll out the Deadly Choices initiative across the country. Labor will convene a National Taskforce on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Kidney Disease as a priority to look for holistic solutions to the current crisis.
Labor will provide $5.5 million a year to roll out the Deadly Choices initiative across the country. Labor will convene a National Taskforce on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Kidney Disease as a priority to look for holistic solutions to the current crisis. A Shorten Labor Government will invest $9.5 million to close the gap in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander vision loss.
Labor will convene a National Taskforce on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Kidney Disease as a priority to look for holistic solutions to the current crisis. A Shorten Labor Government will invest $9.5 million to close the gap in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander vision loss. THE FIRST TERRITORY PET SCANNER AND CYCLOTRON
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $9.5 million to close the gap in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander vision loss. THE FIRST TERRITORY PET SCANNER AND CYCLOTRON A Shorten Labor Government will commit $15 million to fund the Territory’s first PET scanner and associated equipment at the Alan Walker Cancer Care Centre.
THE FIRST TERRITORY PET SCANNER AND CYCLOTRON A Shorten Labor Government will commit $15 million to fund the Territory’s first PET scanner and associated equipment at the Alan Walker Cancer Care Centre. The Territory is the only Australian state or territory without a PET scanner, forcing Territorians with cancer to travel interstate for this potentially lifesaving treatment.
A Shorten Labor Government will commit $15 million to fund the Territory’s first PET scanner and associated equipment at the Alan Walker Cancer Care Centre. The Territory is the only Australian state or territory without a PET scanner, forcing Territorians with cancer to travel interstate for this potentially lifesaving treatment. DANILA DILBA CLINICS IN THE GREATER DARWIN REGION
The Territory is the only Australian state or territory without a PET scanner, forcing Territorians with cancer to travel interstate for this potentially lifesaving treatment. DANILA DILBA CLINICS IN THE GREATER DARWIN REGION A Shorten Labor Government will commit $1.8 million to establish two new Danila Dilba Health Service clinics in Rapid Creek and Coolalinga.
DANILA DILBA CLINICS IN THE GREATER DARWIN REGION A Shorten Labor Government will commit $1.8 million to establish two new Danila Dilba Health Service clinics in Rapid Creek and Coolalinga. Danila Dilba provides vital primary health care and comprehensive community services to over 15,000 Indigenous Australians every year through their five existing locations.
A Shorten Labor Government will commit $1.8 million to establish two new Danila Dilba Health Service clinics in Rapid Creek and Coolalinga. Danila Dilba provides vital primary health care and comprehensive community services to over 15,000 Indigenous Australians every year through their five existing locations. SCRAPPING THE LIBERALS’ MEDICINE PRICE HIKE
Danila Dilba provides vital primary health care and comprehensive community services to over 15,000 Indigenous Australians every year through their five existing locations. SCRAPPING THE LIBERALS’ MEDICINE PRICE HIKE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class families in the Territory.
SCRAPPING THE LIBERALS’ MEDICINE PRICE HIKE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class families in the Territory. Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script. Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable.
Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class families in the Territory. Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script. Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable. INNOVATION IN HEALTH CARE
Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script. Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable. INNOVATION IN HEALTH CARE Because of Labor, Australia has one of the best health care systems in the world.
Because of Labor, Australia has one of the best health care systems in the world. But Australia’s health care system continues to face significant challenges. An ageing population, growing health inequality among many groups, as well as locations of disadvantage, all mean that Australia requires new approaches to care.
But Australia’s health care system continues to face significant challenges. An ageing population, growing health inequality among many groups, as well as locations of disadvantage, all mean that Australia requires new approaches to care. If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop, pilot and roll out new models of primary care around Australia.
An ageing population, growing health inequality among many groups, as well as locations of disadvantage, all mean that Australia requires new approaches to care. If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop, pilot and roll out new models of primary care around Australia. LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE
If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop, pilot and roll out new models of primary care around Australia. LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE Labor will invest in life saving research and care for those in the Territory suffering from chronic disease.
LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE Labor will invest in life saving research and care for those in the Territory suffering from chronic disease. These commitments include: $10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses.
Labor will invest in life saving research and care for those in the Territory suffering from chronic disease. These commitments include: $10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses. $8 million for ovarian cancer research.
$7 million to assist women with breast cancer. in rural areas and with secondary breast cancer. $1.1 million to assist people managing allergic diseases. $4 million to improve care and support for people suffering from Motor Neurone Disease.v
$1.1 million to assist people managing allergic diseases. $4 million to improve care and support for people suffering from Motor Neurone Disease.v $84 million to improve access to lifesaving technologies for Australians with type 1 diabetes.
$4 million to improve care and support for people suffering from Motor Neurone Disease.v $84 million to improve access to lifesaving technologies for Australians with type 1 diabetes. INVESTING IN NORTHERN TERRITORY SCHOOLS, UNIVERSITIES AND TAFE
$84 million to improve access to lifesaving technologies for Australians with type 1 diabetes. INVESTING IN NORTHERN TERRITORY SCHOOLS, UNIVERSITIES AND TAFE Every child deserves to have the same chance of succeeding at school, and in life, as any other child in the country.
INVESTING IN NORTHERN TERRITORY SCHOOLS, UNIVERSITIES AND TAFE Every child deserves to have the same chance of succeeding at school, and in life, as any other child in the country. Improving education is the key to opportunity and to the future economic and social prosperity of the Territory.
Every child deserves to have the same chance of succeeding at school, and in life, as any other child in the country. Improving education is the key to opportunity and to the future economic and social prosperity of the Territory. Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system.
Improving education is the key to opportunity and to the future economic and social prosperity of the Territory. Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system. Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments the Territory needs to give every Territory child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy.
Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system. Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments the Territory needs to give every Territory child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy. IMPROVING TERRITORY SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE
Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments the Territory needs to give every Territory child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy. IMPROVING TERRITORY SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan aims to make Territory schools among the very best in the world.
IMPROVING TERRITORY SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan aims to make Territory schools among the very best in the world. Every student in every school will be supported to achieve their best through investment in: More one-on-one support.
Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan aims to make Territory schools among the very best in the world. Every student in every school will be supported to achieve their best through investment in: More one-on-one support. Better remedial literacy and numeracy programs - and more extension options.
Improved Year 12 retention – supported by more vocational pathways. Better access to allied health support – like speech and occupational therapists. Labor’s investment is targeted to improve the results of those students who need it most, including students with disability, Indigenous students, students in regional and rural areas, and students from low socio-economic backgrounds
Better access to allied health support – like speech and occupational therapists. Labor’s investment is targeted to improve the results of those students who need it most, including students with disability, Indigenous students, students in regional and rural areas, and students from low socio-economic backgrounds Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade, including $100 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for Territory schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals.
Labor’s investment is targeted to improve the results of those students who need it most, including students with disability, Indigenous students, students in regional and rural areas, and students from low socio-economic backgrounds Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade, including $100 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for Territory schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. One hundred Indigenous teaching scholarships will be provided by Labor to increase the number of Indigenous teachers and provide role models for students.
Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade, including $100 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for Territory schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. One hundred Indigenous teaching scholarships will be provided by Labor to increase the number of Indigenous teachers and provide role models for students. SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS
One hundred Indigenous teaching scholarships will be provided by Labor to increase the number of Indigenous teachers and provide role models for students. SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS Labor will also make sure all Territory students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for the future workforce.
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS Labor will also make sure all Territory students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for the future workforce. Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations will require skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Labor will also make sure all Territory students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for the future workforce. Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations will require skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Nationally, Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill.
Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations will require skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Nationally, Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill. This will mean new and up-skilled STEM teachers for Territory schools.
Nationally, Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill. This will mean new and up-skilled STEM teachers for Territory schools. Labor will also provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses will do so without a HECS debt.
This will mean new and up-skilled STEM teachers for Territory schools. Labor will also provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses will do so without a HECS debt. SUPPORTING A NEW GENERATION OF YOUNG INDIGENOUS LEADERS
Labor will also provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses will do so without a HECS debt. SUPPORTING A NEW GENERATION OF YOUNG INDIGENOUS LEADERS A Shorten Labor Government will boost Territory Indigenous students’ access to education and leadership opportunities by investing in the AFL Michael Long Learning and Leadership Centre’s full-time Indigenous training facility.
SUPPORTING A NEW GENERATION OF YOUNG INDIGENOUS LEADERS A Shorten Labor Government will boost Territory Indigenous students’ access to education and leadership opportunities by investing in the AFL Michael Long Learning and Leadership Centre’s full-time Indigenous training facility. Labor will invest $8.4 million to create more than 7,000 new spots in the Stars Foundation mentoring program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls across Australia.
A Shorten Labor Government will boost Territory Indigenous students’ access to education and leadership opportunities by investing in the AFL Michael Long Learning and Leadership Centre’s full-time Indigenous training facility. Labor will invest $8.4 million to create more than 7,000 new spots in the Stars Foundation mentoring program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls across Australia. The Stars Foundation program links students with full-time mentors, and aims to inspire and engage young women and girls in a bid to improve school attendance and Year 12 attainment.
Labor will invest $8.4 million to create more than 7,000 new spots in the Stars Foundation mentoring program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls across Australia. The Stars Foundation program links students with full-time mentors, and aims to inspire and engage young women and girls in a bid to improve school attendance and Year 12 attainment. The program also plays a key role in addressing health issues and social wellbeing.
The Stars Foundation program links students with full-time mentors, and aims to inspire and engage young women and girls in a bid to improve school attendance and Year 12 attainment. The program also plays a key role in addressing health issues and social wellbeing. KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL
The program also plays a key role in addressing health issues and social wellbeing. KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL The Territory will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay $100,000 for university degrees.
KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL The Territory will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay $100,000 for university degrees. Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university, no matter how bright they are. Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee, removing the need for higher fees.
The Territory will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay $100,000 for university degrees. Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university, no matter how bright they are. Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee, removing the need for higher fees. With Labor, students will be able to study at universities like Charles Darwin University on good marks and hard work, not their bank balance.
Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university, no matter how bright they are. Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee, removing the need for higher fees. With Labor, students will be able to study at universities like Charles Darwin University on good marks and hard work, not their bank balance. PROTECTING TAFE – STRENGTHENING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
With Labor, students will be able to study at universities like Charles Darwin University on good marks and hard work, not their bank balance. PROTECTING TAFE – STRENGTHENING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Labor will protect TAFE by introducing a TAFE Funding Guarantee that will ensure a minimum proportion of vocational education funding stays with TAFE.
PROTECTING TAFE – STRENGTHENING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Labor will protect TAFE by introducing a TAFE Funding Guarantee that will ensure a minimum proportion of vocational education funding stays with TAFE. Labor will also undertake a comprehensive National Vocational Education and Training Sector Review to make sure the system is meeting the needs of students and employers, weed out dodgy providers and enforce strong standards.
Labor will protect TAFE by introducing a TAFE Funding Guarantee that will ensure a minimum proportion of vocational education funding stays with TAFE. Labor will also undertake a comprehensive National Vocational Education and Training Sector Review to make sure the system is meeting the needs of students and employers, weed out dodgy providers and enforce strong standards. SUPPORTING FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES
Labor will also undertake a comprehensive National Vocational Education and Training Sector Review to make sure the system is meeting the needs of students and employers, weed out dodgy providers and enforce strong standards. SUPPORTING FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES Labor believes that when middle and working class Territory families are succeeding, all of the Territory will prosper.
SUPPORTING FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES Labor believes that when middle and working class Territory families are succeeding, all of the Territory will prosper. That is why Labor has a plan to protect the living standards of middle and working class families.
Labor believes that when middle and working class Territory families are succeeding, all of the Territory will prosper. That is why Labor has a plan to protect the living standards of middle and working class families. With Labor, budget repair will be fair.
Unlike the Liberals we will not be fixing Mr Turnbull’s budget mess by attacking the family budget. EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE There are 3,350 families in the Territory that rely on the Child Care Benefit who will be better off under Labor. From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent.
EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE There are 3,350 families in the Territory that rely on the Child Care Benefit who will be better off under Labor. From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent. This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year.
There are 3,350 families in the Territory that rely on the Child Care Benefit who will be better off under Labor. From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent. This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year. Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017 will also mean that many of the 6,310 families in the Territory that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year.
This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year. Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017 will also mean that many of the 6,310 families in the Territory that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year. FAMILY TAX BENEFITS
Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017 will also mean that many of the 6,310 families in the Territory that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year. FAMILY TAX BENEFITS Labor will reverse the Abbott-Turnbull Government’s cuts to Family Tax Benefits (FTB).
FAMILY TAX BENEFITS Labor will reverse the Abbott-Turnbull Government’s cuts to Family Tax Benefits (FTB). With Labor, families earning less than $100,000 will maintain their FTB at  current rates.
Labor will reverse the Abbott-Turnbull Government’s cuts to Family Tax Benefits (FTB). With Labor, families earning less than $100,000 will maintain their FTB at  current rates. For families earning over $100,000 there will be a modest reduction of 50 per cent of their FTB-A end of year supplement.
With Labor, families earning less than $100,000 will maintain their FTB at  current rates. For families earning over $100,000 there will be a modest reduction of 50 per cent of their FTB-A end of year supplement. With Labor, a couple with a single income of $85,000 and two children in primary school will be around $1,300 better off each year.
With Labor, a couple with a single income of $85,000 and two children in primary school will be around $1,300 better off each year. A sole parent with income of $65,000 and two children in high school will be around $3,000 better off each year under Labor. With Labor, Family Tax Benefits will be targeted to the Territory families that need them most.
A sole parent with income of $65,000 and two children in high school will be around $3,000 better off each year under Labor. With Labor, Family Tax Benefits will be targeted to the Territory families that need them most. INVESTING IN NORTHERN TERRITORY COMMUNITIES
With Labor, Family Tax Benefits will be targeted to the Territory families that need them most. INVESTING IN NORTHERN TERRITORY COMMUNITIES A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people of the Territory.
INVESTING IN NORTHERN TERRITORY COMMUNITIES A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people of the Territory. These include: $10 million for the Darwin Rural Area Pool and Leisure/Sports Centre.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people of the Territory. These include: $10 million for the Darwin Rural Area Pool and Leisure/Sports Centre. $1.5 million to upgrade the Tennant Creek Hospital operating theatre.
These include: $10 million for the Darwin Rural Area Pool and Leisure/Sports Centre. $1.5 million to upgrade the Tennant Creek Hospital operating theatre. $1 million to upgrade Darwin Entertainment Centre.
$1.5 million to upgrade the Tennant Creek Hospital operating theatre. $1 million to upgrade Darwin Entertainment Centre. $250,000 for the Elizabeth River Boat Ramp infrastructure.
$1 million to upgrade Darwin Entertainment Centre. $250,000 for the Elizabeth River Boat Ramp infrastructure. LIBERAL CUTS IN THE  NORTHERN TERRITORY
$250,000 for the Elizabeth River Boat Ramp infrastructure. LIBERAL CUTS IN THE  NORTHERN TERRITORY CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY SCHOOLS
LIBERAL CUTS IN THE  NORTHERN TERRITORY CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY SCHOOLS The Liberals have cut $325 million from Territory schools over the next 10 years.
CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY SCHOOLS The Liberals have cut $325 million from Territory schools over the next 10 years. This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students in the Territory and fewer jobs for Territory education workers.
The Liberals have cut $325 million from Territory schools over the next 10 years. This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students in the Territory and fewer jobs for Territory education workers. It also means Indigenous students, students with disability or additional learning needs and students from low socio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best.
This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students in the Territory and fewer jobs for Territory education workers. It also means Indigenous students, students with disability or additional learning needs and students from low socio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best. CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY UNIVERSITIES
It also means Indigenous students, students with disability or additional learning needs and students from low socio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best. CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY UNIVERSITIES The Liberals will rip around $56 million from the Territory’s university – Charles Darwin University – over the next five years.
CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY UNIVERSITIES The Liberals will rip around $56 million from the Territory’s university – Charles Darwin University – over the next five years. If the Liberals get re-elected, students in the Territory will be facing fees of up to $100,000 for a university degree.
The Liberals will rip around $56 million from the Territory’s university – Charles Darwin University – over the next five years. If the Liberals get re-elected, students in the Territory will be facing fees of up to $100,000 for a university degree. CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY HOSPITALS
If the Liberals get re-elected, students in the Territory will be facing fees of up to $100,000 for a university degree. CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY HOSPITALS The Liberals have made massive cuts to Territory hospitals.
CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY HOSPITALS The Liberals have made massive cuts to Territory hospitals. This will put further pressure on already stretched public hospitals and push up waiting times for elective surgery and emergency department care and put the health of Territorians at risk.
The Liberals have made massive cuts to Territory hospitals. This will put further pressure on already stretched public hospitals and push up waiting times for elective surgery and emergency department care and put the health of Territorians at risk. CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY FAMILIES
This will put further pressure on already stretched public hospitals and push up waiting times for elective surgery and emergency department care and put the health of Territorians at risk. CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY FAMILIES More than 17,600 families in the Territory will lose their full Family Tax Benefit A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected.
CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY FAMILIES More than 17,600 families in the Territory will lose their full Family Tax Benefit A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected. That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year.
More than 17,600 families in the Territory will lose their full Family Tax Benefit A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected. That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year. More than 15,500 single parents and single income families in the Territory will lose their Family Tax Benefit B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year.
That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year. More than 15,500 single parents and single income families in the Territory will lose their Family Tax Benefit B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year. Under the Liberals, single parents whose youngest child is 13 or over will have their Family Tax Benefit reduced by around $1,785, and those whose youngest is aged 16-19 and in full time school will lose the full payment of $2,785
More than 15,500 single parents and single income families in the Territory will lose their Family Tax Benefit B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year. Under the Liberals, single parents whose youngest child is 13 or over will have their Family Tax Benefit reduced by around $1,785, and those whose youngest is aged 16-19 and in full time school will lose the full payment of $2,785 CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY PENSIONERS
Under the Liberals, single parents whose youngest child is 13 or over will have their Family Tax Benefit reduced by around $1,785, and those whose youngest is aged 16-19 and in full time school will lose the full payment of $2,785 CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY PENSIONERS In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of the Territory’s 25,000 pensioners.
CUTS TO NORTHERN TERRITORY PENSIONERS In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of the Territory’s 25,000 pensioners. If the Liberals are re-elected, many pensioners in the Territory will lose up to $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment.
In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of the Territory’s 25,000 pensioners. If the Liberals are re-elected, many pensioners in the Territory will lose up to $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment. Under the Liberals, age pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will also have their pension reduced after six weeks.
If the Liberals are re-elected, many pensioners in the Territory will lose up to $1,600 because of the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment. Under the Liberals, age pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will also have their pension reduced after six weeks. CUTS TO VULNERABLE NORTHERN TERRITORY JOBSEEKERS
Under the Liberals, age pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will also have their pension reduced after six weeks. CUTS TO VULNERABLE NORTHERN TERRITORY JOBSEEKERS In their 2014 Budget, the Liberals tried to leave young jobseekers with nothing to live on for six months.
CUTS TO VULNERABLE NORTHERN TERRITORY JOBSEEKERS In their 2014 Budget, the Liberals tried to leave young jobseekers with nothing to live on for six months. In 2015 they tried to leave them with nothing for a month.
In their 2014 Budget, the Liberals tried to leave young jobseekers with nothing to live on for six months. In 2015 they tried to leave them with nothing for a month. The Liberals also tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance. These measures would have pushed young people into poverty.
In 2015 they tried to leave them with nothing for a month. The Liberals also tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance. These measures would have pushed young people into poverty. A UNITED LABOR TEAM WILL PUT PEOPLE FIRST
The Liberals also tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance. These measures would have pushed young people into poverty. A UNITED LABOR TEAM WILL PUT PEOPLE FIRST From the day Bill Shorten became Leader, Labor’s team has remained united, with a single-minded commitment to deliver those policies that put people first.
WE'LL PUT PEOPLE FIRST POSITIVE POLICY Labor’s Plan To Close The Gap
POSITIVE POLICY Labor’s Plan To Close The Gap A Shorten Labor Government will reset relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians in a renewed push to close the gap on Indigenous disadvantage.
Labor’s Plan To Close The Gap A Shorten Labor Government will reset relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians in a renewed push to close the gap on Indigenous disadvantage. It was Labor that created the Close the Gap framework, and only Labor has a clear plan to meet the ambitious targets we designed when last we were in government.
A Shorten Labor Government will reset relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians in a renewed push to close the gap on Indigenous disadvantage. It was Labor that created the Close the Gap framework, and only Labor has a clear plan to meet the ambitious targets we designed when last we were in government. Addressing Indigenous disadvantage will not happen in one term of government.
It was Labor that created the Close the Gap framework, and only Labor has a clear plan to meet the ambitious targets we designed when last we were in government. Addressing Indigenous disadvantage will not happen in one term of government. This is a multigenerational task and it is critical that we continue to build on the progress we have made to date.
Addressing Indigenous disadvantage will not happen in one term of government. This is a multigenerational task and it is critical that we continue to build on the progress we have made to date. After three years in which the Liberals have sidelined the voices of Aboriginal people, slashed funding for community controlled services and neglected the Closing the Gap Framework, Labor has put forward a series of positive policies to help close the gap on Indigenous disadvantage.
This is a multigenerational task and it is critical that we continue to build on the progress we have made to date. After three years in which the Liberals have sidelined the voices of Aboriginal people, slashed funding for community controlled services and neglected the Closing the Gap Framework, Labor has put forward a series of positive policies to help close the gap on Indigenous disadvantage. Labor’s positive policies include: Funding of $15 million for the National Congress of Australia’s First Peoples to provide a national voice for Indigenous Australians
After three years in which the Liberals have sidelined the voices of Aboriginal people, slashed funding for community controlled services and neglected the Closing the Gap Framework, Labor has put forward a series of positive policies to help close the gap on Indigenous disadvantage. Labor’s positive policies include: Funding of $15 million for the National Congress of Australia’s First Peoples to provide a national voice for Indigenous Australians Replacing the Liberals’ failed Indigenous Advancement Strategy with a fairer approach to funding Indigenous services that clearly aligns with the Closing the Gap framework.
Labor’s positive policies include: Funding of $15 million for the National Congress of Australia’s First Peoples to provide a national voice for Indigenous Australians Replacing the Liberals’ failed Indigenous Advancement Strategy with a fairer approach to funding Indigenous services that clearly aligns with the Closing the Gap framework. Setting new Closing the Gap targets on justice, higher education and disability.
Replacing the Liberals’ failed Indigenous Advancement Strategy with a fairer approach to funding Indigenous services that clearly aligns with the Closing the Gap framework. Setting new Closing the Gap targets on justice, higher education and disability. Increasing support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services.
Setting new Closing the Gap targets on justice, higher education and disability. Increasing support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services. Preventing and addressing family violence will be a key priority.
Increasing support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services. Preventing and addressing family violence will be a key priority. Reforming the way fines are collected to reduce incarceration.
Preventing and addressing family violence will be a key priority. Reforming the way fines are collected to reduce incarceration. Establishing a Kidney Health Taskforce to address gaps in service provision for people with chronic kidney disease.
Reforming the way fines are collected to reduce incarceration. Establishing a Kidney Health Taskforce to address gaps in service provision for people with chronic kidney disease. Rolling out the Deadly Choices program to help Indigenous Australians make healthy lifestyle choices.
Establishing a Kidney Health Taskforce to address gaps in service provision for people with chronic kidney disease. Rolling out the Deadly Choices program to help Indigenous Australians make healthy lifestyle choices. Closing the gap in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander vision loss.
Rolling out the Deadly Choices program to help Indigenous Australians make healthy lifestyle choices. Closing the gap in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander vision loss. Investing more than $100 million to support Indigenous students to succeed at school and engaging young Indigenous girls and boys in education through mentoring
Closing the gap in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander vision loss. Investing more than $100 million to support Indigenous students to succeed at school and engaging young Indigenous girls and boys in education through mentoring Investing $57 million in Indigenous Child and Family Centres.
Investing more than $100 million to support Indigenous students to succeed at school and engaging young Indigenous girls and boys in education through mentoring Investing $57 million in Indigenous Child and Family Centres. These investments will help improve early childhood outcomes, health outcomes, education and employment outcomes, as we drive a new agenda for tackling the outrageously high levels of Indigenous incarceration and victimisation.
Investing $57 million in Indigenous Child and Family Centres. These investments will help improve early childhood outcomes, health outcomes, education and employment outcomes, as we drive a new agenda for tackling the outrageously high levels of Indigenous incarceration and victimisation. Most importantly – unlike the Liberals – Labor is committed to working in a meaningful partnership with Indigenous Australians to close the gap and improve outcomes for Indigenous Australians.
These investments will help improve early childhood outcomes, health outcomes, education and employment outcomes, as we drive a new agenda for tackling the outrageously high levels of Indigenous incarceration and victimisation. Most importantly – unlike the Liberals – Labor is committed to working in a meaningful partnership with Indigenous Australians to close the gap and improve outcomes for Indigenous Australians. POSITIVE POLICY
Most importantly – unlike the Liberals – Labor is committed to working in a meaningful partnership with Indigenous Australians to close the gap and improve outcomes for Indigenous Australians. POSITIVE POLICY Labor's Positive Plan For Queensland
POSITIVE POLICY Labor's Positive Plan For Queensland Queensland Policies
Labor's Positive Plan For Queensland Queensland Policies LABOR’S POSITIVE
Queensland Policies LABOR’S POSITIVE A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTENQueensland is an economic powerhouse – a great state, and the birthplace of the Australian Labor Party.Queensland’s economy is transitioning, and as the mining construction boom tapers off Labor has a clear plan to transition the Queensland economy in a way that protects jobs and improves living standards." We will build the infrastructure that Queensland needs to generate well-paying jobs and drive long-term growth across the state."Labor will invest in the people of Queensland, understanding that when middle and working class Queenslanders are succeeding, the whole of Australia will prosper.Queensland had to withstand the shocking cuts of the Newman State Government, compounded by the Abbott-Turnbull cuts from Canberra.A Shorten Labor Government will protect Medicare, keep the price of medicine affordable and invest in Queensland’s hospitals.Labor will properly fund schools, reform TAFE and scrap the Liberals’ plans for $100,000 degrees – knowing that we cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system.Labor will protect Queensland jobs today and create the jobs of the future.Labor has developed more than 100 positive policies to build a fairer Australia – I invite you to read more about them at  www.100positivepolicies.org.au.On July 2, the people of Queensland will have a choice between Labor’s positive plan and the Liberals’ next round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so that Malcolm Turnbull can give a $50 billion tax cut to big business.This election, my commitment to the people of Queensland is that I will always put people first.Bill Shorten
LABOR’S POSITIVE A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTENQueensland is an economic powerhouse – a great state, and the birthplace of the Australian Labor Party.Queensland’s economy is transitioning, and as the mining construction boom tapers off Labor has a clear plan to transition the Queensland economy in a way that protects jobs and improves living standards." We will build the infrastructure that Queensland needs to generate well-paying jobs and drive long-term growth across the state."Labor will invest in the people of Queensland, understanding that when middle and working class Queenslanders are succeeding, the whole of Australia will prosper.Queensland had to withstand the shocking cuts of the Newman State Government, compounded by the Abbott-Turnbull cuts from Canberra.A Shorten Labor Government will protect Medicare, keep the price of medicine affordable and invest in Queensland’s hospitals.Labor will properly fund schools, reform TAFE and scrap the Liberals’ plans for $100,000 degrees – knowing that we cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system.Labor will protect Queensland jobs today and create the jobs of the future.Labor has developed more than 100 positive policies to build a fairer Australia – I invite you to read more about them at  www.100positivepolicies.org.au.On July 2, the people of Queensland will have a choice between Labor’s positive plan and the Liberals’ next round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so that Malcolm Turnbull can give a $50 billion tax cut to big business.This election, my commitment to the people of Queensland is that I will always put people first.Bill Shorten Labor will protect Queensland jobs today and create the jobs of the future
A MESSAGE FROM BILL SHORTENQueensland is an economic powerhouse – a great state, and the birthplace of the Australian Labor Party.Queensland’s economy is transitioning, and as the mining construction boom tapers off Labor has a clear plan to transition the Queensland economy in a way that protects jobs and improves living standards." We will build the infrastructure that Queensland needs to generate well-paying jobs and drive long-term growth across the state."Labor will invest in the people of Queensland, understanding that when middle and working class Queenslanders are succeeding, the whole of Australia will prosper.Queensland had to withstand the shocking cuts of the Newman State Government, compounded by the Abbott-Turnbull cuts from Canberra.A Shorten Labor Government will protect Medicare, keep the price of medicine affordable and invest in Queensland’s hospitals.Labor will properly fund schools, reform TAFE and scrap the Liberals’ plans for $100,000 degrees – knowing that we cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system.Labor will protect Queensland jobs today and create the jobs of the future.Labor has developed more than 100 positive policies to build a fairer Australia – I invite you to read more about them at  www.100positivepolicies.org.au.On July 2, the people of Queensland will have a choice between Labor’s positive plan and the Liberals’ next round of harsh and unfair cuts – all so that Malcolm Turnbull can give a $50 billion tax cut to big business.This election, my commitment to the people of Queensland is that I will always put people first.Bill Shorten Labor will protect Queensland jobs today and create the jobs of the future Labor is committed to ensuring everyone in Queensland has the opportunity to work to their full capacity, from the Far North to the Gold Coast, and right across the outback.
Labor will protect Queensland jobs today and create the jobs of the future Labor is committed to ensuring everyone in Queensland has the opportunity to work to their full capacity, from the Far North to the Gold Coast, and right across the outback. BACKING SMALL BUSINESS TO CREATE LOCAL JOBS
Labor is committed to ensuring everyone in Queensland has the opportunity to work to their full capacity, from the Far North to the Gold Coast, and right across the outback. BACKING SMALL BUSINESS TO CREATE LOCAL JOBS Under Labor’s New Jobs Tax Cut, small businesses in Queensland will be able to claim a tax deduction of up to $20,000 per worker to offset the wages of up to five new employees.
BACKING SMALL BUSINESS TO CREATE LOCAL JOBS Under Labor’s New Jobs Tax Cut, small businesses in Queensland will be able to claim a tax deduction of up to $20,000 per worker to offset the wages of up to five new employees. Just like the previous Labor Government’s instant asset write-off, businesses will be able to claim the New Jobs Tax Cut as part of their regular tax return.
Under Labor’s New Jobs Tax Cut, small businesses in Queensland will be able to claim a tax deduction of up to $20,000 per worker to offset the wages of up to five new employees. Just like the previous Labor Government’s instant asset write-off, businesses will be able to claim the New Jobs Tax Cut as part of their regular tax return. This minimises paperwork for busy employers. This represents a $257 million investment in getting older Australians, parents, carers and younger Australians back to work.
Just like the previous Labor Government’s instant asset write-off, businesses will be able to claim the New Jobs Tax Cut as part of their regular tax return. This minimises paperwork for busy employers. This represents a $257 million investment in getting older Australians, parents, carers and younger Australians back to work. It will help up to 30,000 Australians find a job each year.
This minimises paperwork for busy employers. This represents a $257 million investment in getting older Australians, parents, carers and younger Australians back to work. It will help up to 30,000 Australians find a job each year. Our New Jobs Tax Cut will reward Queensland small businesses that invest in jobs and do their bit to get these Australians back into work.
It will help up to 30,000 Australians find a job each year. Our New Jobs Tax Cut will reward Queensland small businesses that invest in jobs and do their bit to get these Australians back into work. PROTECTING THE GREAT BARRIER REEF
Our New Jobs Tax Cut will reward Queensland small businesses that invest in jobs and do their bit to get these Australians back into work. PROTECTING THE GREAT BARRIER REEF A Shorten Labor Government will act to protect the Great Barrier Reef, and the 70,000 jobs it supports, from the disastrous effects of climate change and other environmental threats.
PROTECTING THE GREAT BARRIER REEF A Shorten Labor Government will act to protect the Great Barrier Reef, and the 70,000 jobs it supports, from the disastrous effects of climate change and other environmental threats. Since 1985, the Reef has lost 50 per cent of its hard coral cover.
A Shorten Labor Government will act to protect the Great Barrier Reef, and the 70,000 jobs it supports, from the disastrous effects of climate change and other environmental threats. Since 1985, the Reef has lost 50 per cent of its hard coral cover. The Reef is under pressure from poor water quality (nutrients, sediments and pesticides), coastal development, extreme weather events, including freshwater inundation, ocean acidification and outbreaks of crown-of-thorns starfish.
Since 1985, the Reef has lost 50 per cent of its hard coral cover. The Reef is under pressure from poor water quality (nutrients, sediments and pesticides), coastal development, extreme weather events, including freshwater inundation, ocean acidification and outbreaks of crown-of-thorns starfish. Labor will implement our Great Barrier Reef Plan – a long-term, coordinated and properly resourced strategy. It will be supported by a fund of $500 million over five years.
The Reef is under pressure from poor water quality (nutrients, sediments and pesticides), coastal development, extreme weather events, including freshwater inundation, ocean acidification and outbreaks of crown-of-thorns starfish. Labor will implement our Great Barrier Reef Plan – a long-term, coordinated and properly resourced strategy. It will be supported by a fund of $500 million over five years. WORKING FUTURES
Labor will implement our Great Barrier Reef Plan – a long-term, coordinated and properly resourced strategy. It will be supported by a fund of $500 million over five years. WORKING FUTURES Labor will get more young people into work – and help to keep them there, by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program.
WORKING FUTURES Labor will get more young people into work – and help to keep them there, by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program. We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 to complete a comprehensive work and training program, setting them on the right path to high-quality and long-lasting jobs.
Labor will get more young people into work – and help to keep them there, by delivering real skills and real opportunities through our Working Futures program. We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 to complete a comprehensive work and training program, setting them on the right path to high-quality and long-lasting jobs. Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs.
We will support 20,000 people per year aged between 15 and 24 to complete a comprehensive work and training program, setting them on the right path to high-quality and long-lasting jobs. Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs. This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without proper workplace protections.
Working Futures will offer real training for real jobs. This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without proper workplace protections. REAL SKILLS, GOOD JOBS
This is in stark contrast to the Liberals’ exploitative Youth PaTH program, which subsidises employers to place jobseekers on internships without proper workplace protections. REAL SKILLS, GOOD JOBS Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places, offering a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List.
REAL SKILLS, GOOD JOBS Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places, offering a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List. A Shorten Labor Government will help retrenched workers to gain formal recognition of their skills through an accelerated apprenticeship program to help them find their next job.
Labor will help more young people into apprenticeships by creating 10,000 new Apprentice Ready places, offering a 20-week, industry endorsed pre-apprenticeship course for trades on the National Skills Needs List. A Shorten Labor Government will help retrenched workers to gain formal recognition of their skills through an accelerated apprenticeship program to help them find their next job. A National Skills Recognition Entitlement program will help 5,000 mature-aged, retrenched workers turn their extensive work experience into formal qualifications.
A Shorten Labor Government will help retrenched workers to gain formal recognition of their skills through an accelerated apprenticeship program to help them find their next job. A National Skills Recognition Entitlement program will help 5,000 mature-aged, retrenched workers turn their extensive work experience into formal qualifications. WORKING WOMEN’S CENTRES
A National Skills Recognition Entitlement program will help 5,000 mature-aged, retrenched workers turn their extensive work experience into formal qualifications. WORKING WOMEN’S CENTRES Working Women’s Centres provide specialist employment advice for vulnerable women, including producing educational materials, delivering community education sessions and providing advice on a range of female workforce issues.
WORKING WOMEN’S CENTRES Working Women’s Centres provide specialist employment advice for vulnerable women, including producing educational materials, delivering community education sessions and providing advice on a range of female workforce issues. The Liberals’ cuts threaten this specialist service.
Working Women’s Centres provide specialist employment advice for vulnerable women, including producing educational materials, delivering community education sessions and providing advice on a range of female workforce issues. The Liberals’ cuts threaten this specialist service. A Shorten Labor Government will keep them open – including the working women’s centre in Brisbane.
The Liberals’ cuts threaten this specialist service. A Shorten Labor Government will keep them open – including the working women’s centre in Brisbane. COMPLETING THE NBN
A Shorten Labor Government will keep them open – including the working women’s centre in Brisbane. COMPLETING THE NBN A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the national broadband network that Australia needs to create the jobs of the future.
COMPLETING THE NBN A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the national broadband network that Australia needs to create the jobs of the future. We will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node.
A Shorten Labor Government will fix Malcolm Turnbull’s mess and build the national broadband network that Australia needs to create the jobs of the future. We will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node. This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that are still waiting for Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version, including hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses across Queensland – Gladstone, Morayfield, North Mackay, Mango Hill, and Shailer Park will all get world class fibre-to-the-premises broadband.
We will scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises and phase out the rollout of fibre-to-the-node. This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that are still waiting for Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version, including hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses across Queensland – Gladstone, Morayfield, North Mackay, Mango Hill, and Shailer Park will all get world class fibre-to-the-premises broadband. PROTECTING PENALTY RATES
This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country that are still waiting for Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper version, including hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses across Queensland – Gladstone, Morayfield, North Mackay, Mango Hill, and Shailer Park will all get world class fibre-to-the-premises broadband. PROTECTING PENALTY RATES It is clear that the Liberals want to see weekend penalty rates reduced.
PROTECTING PENALTY RATES It is clear that the Liberals want to see weekend penalty rates reduced. Labor does not want some of our lowest paid workers being forced to take a pay cut.
It is clear that the Liberals want to see weekend penalty rates reduced. Labor does not want some of our lowest paid workers being forced to take a pay cut. Labor will intervene in proceedings in the Fair Work Commission to protect weekend penalty rates.
Labor does not want some of our lowest paid workers being forced to take a pay cut. Labor will intervene in proceedings in the Fair Work Commission to protect weekend penalty rates. LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL PEOPLE
Labor will intervene in proceedings in the Fair Work Commission to protect weekend penalty rates. LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL PEOPLE A Shorten Labor Government will invest $68.6 million over the next four years to deliver our Local Jobs for Local People program, connecting people in disadvantaged communities with jobs and training opportunities, while tackling the complex social and local issues that can keep Australians from finding work.
LOCAL JOBS FOR LOCAL PEOPLE A Shorten Labor Government will invest $68.6 million over the next four years to deliver our Local Jobs for Local People program, connecting people in disadvantaged communities with jobs and training opportunities, while tackling the complex social and local issues that can keep Australians from finding work. Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high employment or entrenched disadvantage.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $68.6 million over the next four years to deliver our Local Jobs for Local People program, connecting people in disadvantaged communities with jobs and training opportunities, while tackling the complex social and local issues that can keep Australians from finding work. Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high employment or entrenched disadvantage. INDIGENOUS RANGERS
Local Jobs for Local People will operate in up to 20 communities across Australia in areas of high employment or entrenched disadvantage. INDIGENOUS RANGERS A Shorten Labor Government will double the number of Indigenous rangers employed under the Indigenous Rangers – Working on Country program, boosting jobs and environmental stewardship in remote areas.
INDIGENOUS RANGERS A Shorten Labor Government will double the number of Indigenous rangers employed under the Indigenous Rangers – Working on Country program, boosting jobs and environmental stewardship in remote areas. The Working on Country program was established in 2007 and currently employs 775 Indigenous people in communities across Australia. Under Labor that number will double to 1,550 Indigenous rangers by 2020–21.
A Shorten Labor Government will double the number of Indigenous rangers employed under the Indigenous Rangers – Working on Country program, boosting jobs and environmental stewardship in remote areas. The Working on Country program was established in 2007 and currently employs 775 Indigenous people in communities across Australia. Under Labor that number will double to 1,550 Indigenous rangers by 2020–21. DRIVING INNOVATION IN OUR CITIES AND OUR REGIONS
The Working on Country program was established in 2007 and currently employs 775 Indigenous people in communities across Australia. Under Labor that number will double to 1,550 Indigenous rangers by 2020–21. DRIVING INNOVATION IN OUR CITIES AND OUR REGIONS Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in cities and regions right across Queensland. This includes:
DRIVING INNOVATION IN OUR CITIES AND OUR REGIONS Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in cities and regions right across Queensland. This includes: Supporting great ideas with co-investment in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund.
Labor has a comprehensive plan to drive innovation in cities and regions right across Queensland. This includes: Supporting great ideas with co-investment in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund. Bringing together the superannuation, venture capital and startup sectors in an Innovation Investment Partnership to identify barriers to investment in Australian-based venture capital funds and early-stage enterprises.
Supporting great ideas with co-investment in early stage and high potential companies through the $500 million Smart Investment Fund. Bringing together the superannuation, venture capital and startup sectors in an Innovation Investment Partnership to identify barriers to investment in Australian-based venture capital funds and early-stage enterprises. Improving access to finance for startups and microbusinesses through a partial guarantee scheme, Startup Finance.
Bringing together the superannuation, venture capital and startup sectors in an Innovation Investment Partnership to identify barriers to investment in Australian-based venture capital funds and early-stage enterprises. Improving access to finance for startups and microbusinesses through a partial guarantee scheme, Startup Finance. Getting startups to help solve government problems through Challenge Platforms and support startups to compete in government tenders.
Improving access to finance for startups and microbusinesses through a partial guarantee scheme, Startup Finance. Getting startups to help solve government problems through Challenge Platforms and support startups to compete in government tenders. Accelerating innovation in our regions through Regional Innovation Hubs.
Improving the flow of capital to startups through Startup Capital. Backing our best and brightest overseas with Landing Pad hubs for Australian innovators. Labor´s plan for Queensland schools, universities and tafe
Backing our best and brightest overseas with Landing Pad hubs for Australian innovators. Labor´s plan for Queensland schools, universities and tafe Improving education is the key to boosting opportunity and driving the future economic and social prosperity of our nation.
Labor´s plan for Queensland schools, universities and tafe Improving education is the key to boosting opportunity and driving the future economic and social prosperity of our nation. Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system. Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments Queensland needs to give every child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy of the future.
Improving education is the key to boosting opportunity and driving the future economic and social prosperity of our nation. Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system. Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments Queensland needs to give every child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy of the future. KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL
Australia cannot be an innovation nation without a world class education system. Labor will make the targeted, needs-based investments Queensland needs to give every child the chance to reach their potential and get ahead in the knowledge economy of the future. KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL Queensland will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay for $100,000university degrees.
KEEPING OUR UNIVERSITIES OPEN TO ALL Queensland will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay for $100,000university degrees. Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university, no matter how bright they are.
Queensland will not have a strong economy if students are forced to pay for $100,000university degrees. Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university, no matter how bright they are. Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee, removing the need for higher fees.
Under the Liberals, many students will be priced out of university, no matter how bright they are. Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee, removing the need for higher fees. With Labor, students will be able to study at universities like Griffith, CQU and James Cook because of their good marks and hard work, not their bank balance.
Labor will deliver a Student Funding Guarantee, removing the need for higher fees. With Labor, students will be able to study at universities like Griffith, CQU and James Cook because of their good marks and hard work, not their bank balance. PROTECTING TAFE – STRENGTHENING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
With Labor, students will be able to study at universities like Griffith, CQU and James Cook because of their good marks and hard work, not their bank balance. PROTECTING TAFE – STRENGTHENING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Labor will protect TAFE by introducing a TAFE Funding Guarantee to ensure that our vocational education system is properly funded into the future.
PROTECTING TAFE – STRENGTHENING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Labor will protect TAFE by introducing a TAFE Funding Guarantee to ensure that our vocational education system is properly funded into the future. Labor will undertake a comprehensive National Vocational Education and Training Sector Review to make sure our system is meeting the needs of students and employers, and weed out dodgy providers and enforce strong standards.
Labor will protect TAFE by introducing a TAFE Funding Guarantee to ensure that our vocational education system is properly funded into the future. Labor will undertake a comprehensive National Vocational Education and Training Sector Review to make sure our system is meeting the needs of students and employers, and weed out dodgy providers and enforce strong standards. IMPROVING QUEENSLAND SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE
Labor will undertake a comprehensive National Vocational Education and Training Sector Review to make sure our system is meeting the needs of students and employers, and weed out dodgy providers and enforce strong standards. IMPROVING QUEENSLAND SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan will put Australia’s schools back among the very best in the world.
IMPROVING QUEENSLAND SCHOOLS - YOUR CHILD. OUR FUTURE Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan will put Australia’s schools back among the very best in the world. Every student in every school will be supported to achieve their best through investment in: More one-on-one support.
Labor’s Your Child. Our Future plan will put Australia’s schools back among the very best in the world. Every student in every school will be supported to achieve their best through investment in: More one-on-one support. Better remedial literacy and numeracy programs - and more extension options.
Better access to allied health support – like speech and occupational therapists. Labor’s investment is targeted to improve the results of those students who need it most, including students with disability, Indigenous students, students in regional and rural areas, and students from low socio-economic backgrounds. Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade, including $725 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for Queensland schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals.
Labor’s investment is targeted to improve the results of those students who need it most, including students with disability, Indigenous students, students in regional and rural areas, and students from low socio-economic backgrounds. Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade, including $725 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for Queensland schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. Across Queensland, Labor’s investment in local schools means more targeted, needs-based funding: In South East Queensland, Labor will invest $503 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals.
Labor’s policy is a $36 billion investment in our nation’s schools over the next decade, including $725 million more in targeted, needs-based funding for Queensland schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. Across Queensland, Labor’s investment in local schools means more targeted, needs-based funding: In South East Queensland, Labor will invest $503 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. In Central Queensland, Labor will invest $99 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals.
Across Queensland, Labor’s investment in local schools means more targeted, needs-based funding: In South East Queensland, Labor will invest $503 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. In Central Queensland, Labor will invest $99 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. In North Queensland, Labor will invest $140 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals.
In Central Queensland, Labor will invest $99 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. In North Queensland, Labor will invest $140 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. In Far North Queensland, Labor will invest $50 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals.
In North Queensland, Labor will invest $140 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. In Far North Queensland, Labor will invest $50 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. One hundred Indigenous teaching scholarships will be provided by Labor to increase the number of Indigenous teachers and provide role models for students.
In Far North Queensland, Labor will invest $50 million more for schools in 2018 and 2019 alone, compared to the Liberals. One hundred Indigenous teaching scholarships will be provided by Labor to increase the number of Indigenous teachers and provide role models for students. SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS
One hundred Indigenous teaching scholarships will be provided by Labor to increase the number of Indigenous teachers and provide role models for students. SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS Labor is committed to ensuring that all Queensland students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for the future workforce.
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS Labor is committed to ensuring that all Queensland students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for the future workforce. Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations of the future will require skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Labor is committed to ensuring that all Queensland students have the opportunity to learn coding – an essential skill for the future workforce. Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations of the future will require skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill across Australia.
Seventy-five per cent of the fastest growing occupations of the future will require skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill across Australia. This will see around 9,500 new and up-skilled STEM teachers in Queensland schools.
Labor will provide 25,000 teaching scholarships for recent STEM graduates and support 25,000 existing teachers to up-skill across Australia. This will see around 9,500 new and up-skilled STEM teachers in Queensland schools. Labor will provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses not be burdened with a HECS debt.
This will see around 9,500 new and up-skilled STEM teachers in Queensland schools. Labor will provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses not be burdened with a HECS debt. INVESTING IN INDIGENOUS STUDENTS
Labor will provide 100,000 STEM Award Degrees – meaning students who graduate from certain STEM courses not be burdened with a HECS debt. INVESTING IN INDIGENOUS STUDENTS A Shorten Labor Government will invest an additional $100 million to support Indigenous students and boost the number of Indigenous teachers.
INVESTING IN INDIGENOUS STUDENTS A Shorten Labor Government will invest an additional $100 million to support Indigenous students and boost the number of Indigenous teachers. Labor’s Your Child. Our Future will provide an additional $96 million towards improving outcomes for Indigenous students around Australia in 2018 and 2019.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest an additional $100 million to support Indigenous students and boost the number of Indigenous teachers. Labor’s Your Child. Our Future will provide an additional $96 million towards improving outcomes for Indigenous students around Australia in 2018 and 2019. In addition, Labor will provide $4.8 million to fund 100 scholarships per year for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers.
Labor’s Your Child. Our Future will provide an additional $96 million towards improving outcomes for Indigenous students around Australia in 2018 and 2019. In addition, Labor will provide $4.8 million to fund 100 scholarships per year for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers. Investing in the infrastructure Queensland needs.
In addition, Labor will provide $4.8 million to fund 100 scholarships per year for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers. Investing in the infrastructure Queensland needs. Labor will build the infrastructure Queensland needs.
Investing in the infrastructure Queensland needs. Labor will build the infrastructure Queensland needs. Our initiatives will create thousands of local jobs for Queensland, by supporting Gladstone Port, Cairns Airport and Brisbane’s Cross River Rail project.
Labor will build the infrastructure Queensland needs. Our initiatives will create thousands of local jobs for Queensland, by supporting Gladstone Port, Cairns Airport and Brisbane’s Cross River Rail project. Labor will undertake proper planning to ensure that scarce taxpayer dollars are spent on the projects that will promote new jobs.
Our initiatives will create thousands of local jobs for Queensland, by supporting Gladstone Port, Cairns Airport and Brisbane’s Cross River Rail project. Labor will undertake proper planning to ensure that scarce taxpayer dollars are spent on the projects that will promote new jobs. Our infrastructure investments will be properly analysed and assessed by Infrastructure Australia.
Labor will undertake proper planning to ensure that scarce taxpayer dollars are spent on the projects that will promote new jobs. Our infrastructure investments will be properly analysed and assessed by Infrastructure Australia. A FIRST CLASS STADIUM FOR TOWNSVILLE
Our infrastructure investments will be properly analysed and assessed by Infrastructure Australia. A FIRST CLASS STADIUM FOR TOWNSVILLE Labor will provide $100 million to build a first class Townsville Stadium in partnership with the Queensland Labor Government.
A FIRST CLASS STADIUM FOR TOWNSVILLE Labor will provide $100 million to build a first class Townsville Stadium in partnership with the Queensland Labor Government. For too long, football fans have been watching rugby league and other sports at sub-standard facilities compared to the football stadiums in southern Queensland and New South Wales. Labor will change this.
Labor will provide $100 million to build a first class Townsville Stadium in partnership with the Queensland Labor Government. For too long, football fans have been watching rugby league and other sports at sub-standard facilities compared to the football stadiums in southern Queensland and New South Wales. Labor will change this. Modern community infrastructure is critical to local economies, particularly in regional centres, helping to drive economic growth and local jobs.
For too long, football fans have been watching rugby league and other sports at sub-standard facilities compared to the football stadiums in southern Queensland and New South Wales. Labor will change this. Modern community infrastructure is critical to local economies, particularly in regional centres, helping to drive economic growth and local jobs. Construction of the project is expected to support over 700 jobs in the region and provide a significant boost to the local economy.
Modern community infrastructure is critical to local economies, particularly in regional centres, helping to drive economic growth and local jobs. Construction of the project is expected to support over 700 jobs in the region and provide a significant boost to the local economy. BRISBANE’S CROSS RIVER RAIL
Construction of the project is expected to support over 700 jobs in the region and provide a significant boost to the local economy. BRISBANE’S CROSS RIVER RAIL A Shorten Labor Government will invest $800 million in the Brisbane Cross River Rail project, easing congestion, improving transport connections and creating local jobs for a growing city.
BRISBANE’S CROSS RIVER RAIL A Shorten Labor Government will invest $800 million in the Brisbane Cross River Rail project, easing congestion, improving transport connections and creating local jobs for a growing city. Queensland’s highest priority infrastructure project, it will cater for future growth, unlock economic opportunities and make Queensland a more internationally competitive state.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $800 million in the Brisbane Cross River Rail project, easing congestion, improving transport connections and creating local jobs for a growing city. Queensland’s highest priority infrastructure project, it will cater for future growth, unlock economic opportunities and make Queensland a more internationally competitive state. The Cross River Rail project includes a 10.2 kilometre link from Dutton Park to Bowen Hills, with 5.9 kilometres of tunnel under the Brisbane River and CBD.
Queensland’s highest priority infrastructure project, it will cater for future growth, unlock economic opportunities and make Queensland a more internationally competitive state. The Cross River Rail project includes a 10.2 kilometre link from Dutton Park to Bowen Hills, with 5.9 kilometres of tunnel under the Brisbane River and CBD. It will connect to northern and southern rail networks, making the commute faster from both directions.
The Cross River Rail project includes a 10.2 kilometre link from Dutton Park to Bowen Hills, with 5.9 kilometres of tunnel under the Brisbane River and CBD. It will connect to northern and southern rail networks, making the commute faster from both directions. Stations will be developed at five important locations: Boggo Road, Woolloongabba, Albert Street, Roma Street and the Exhibition showgrounds.
It will connect to northern and southern rail networks, making the commute faster from both directions. Stations will be developed at five important locations: Boggo Road, Woolloongabba, Albert Street, Roma Street and the Exhibition showgrounds. As well as increasing the capacity of the entire Brisbane public transport network, and expanding the network to accommodate future growth, the full project will create 1,600 new local jobs, including up to 160 apprenticeships.
Stations will be developed at five important locations: Boggo Road, Woolloongabba, Albert Street, Roma Street and the Exhibition showgrounds. As well as increasing the capacity of the entire Brisbane public transport network, and expanding the network to accommodate future growth, the full project will create 1,600 new local jobs, including up to 160 apprenticeships. NORTHERN AUSTRALIA TOURISM FUND
As well as increasing the capacity of the entire Brisbane public transport network, and expanding the network to accommodate future growth, the full project will create 1,600 new local jobs, including up to 160 apprenticeships. NORTHERN AUSTRALIA TOURISM FUND A Shorten Labor will establish a $1 billion Northern Australia Tourism Infrastructure Fund, to boost partnerships with the tourism sector and to provide incentives to business for investment in new and upgraded tourism infrastructure across Northern Australia, including in Queensland north of the Tropic of Capricorn, and in Gladstone.
NORTHERN AUSTRALIA TOURISM FUND A Shorten Labor will establish a $1 billion Northern Australia Tourism Infrastructure Fund, to boost partnerships with the tourism sector and to provide incentives to business for investment in new and upgraded tourism infrastructure across Northern Australia, including in Queensland north of the Tropic of Capricorn, and in Gladstone. Categories of tourism eligible for the funding will include (but not be limited to): Projects targeting the expanding Asian tourism market.
A Shorten Labor will establish a $1 billion Northern Australia Tourism Infrastructure Fund, to boost partnerships with the tourism sector and to provide incentives to business for investment in new and upgraded tourism infrastructure across Northern Australia, including in Queensland north of the Tropic of Capricorn, and in Gladstone. Categories of tourism eligible for the funding will include (but not be limited to): Projects targeting the expanding Asian tourism market. Projects promoting Australia’s natural environment such as the Great Barrier Reef.
Categories of tourism eligible for the funding will include (but not be limited to): Projects targeting the expanding Asian tourism market. Projects promoting Australia’s natural environment such as the Great Barrier Reef. Eco-tourism.
Indigenous tourism ventures. Event-based facilities including stadia and convention centres. Transport and access upgrades, including for ports and airports that support tourism.
Event-based facilities including stadia and convention centres. Transport and access upgrades, including for ports and airports that support tourism. Funding would be available through concessional loans and other forms of project finance, ensuring that projects will need to stack up and potentially attract private financing.
Transport and access upgrades, including for ports and airports that support tourism. Funding would be available through concessional loans and other forms of project finance, ensuring that projects will need to stack up and potentially attract private financing. UPGRADING THE GATEWAY-M1 MERGE
Funding would be available through concessional loans and other forms of project finance, ensuring that projects will need to stack up and potentially attract private financing. UPGRADING THE GATEWAY-M1 MERGE A Shorten Labor Government will invest $168 million to upgrade the Gateway-M1 merge, easing congestion and boosting productivity in one of the fast-growing regions of Queensland.
UPGRADING THE GATEWAY-M1 MERGE A Shorten Labor Government will invest $168 million to upgrade the Gateway-M1 merge, easing congestion and boosting productivity in one of the fast-growing regions of Queensland. With congestion in this busy area frequently causing long queues and delays for motorists, Labor will add additional southbound lanes on the M1 between Eight Mile Plains and Springwood to improve the merge with the Gateway Motorway.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $168 million to upgrade the Gateway-M1 merge, easing congestion and boosting productivity in one of the fast-growing regions of Queensland. With congestion in this busy area frequently causing long queues and delays for motorists, Labor will add additional southbound lanes on the M1 between Eight Mile Plains and Springwood to improve the merge with the Gateway Motorway. The full project will create almost 550 new local jobs.
With congestion in this busy area frequently causing long queues and delays for motorists, Labor will add additional southbound lanes on the M1 between Eight Mile Plains and Springwood to improve the merge with the Gateway Motorway. The full project will create almost 550 new local jobs. CENTRAL QUEENSLAND ROADS PACKAGE
The full project will create almost 550 new local jobs. CENTRAL QUEENSLAND ROADS PACKAGE Despite the Abbott-Turnbull Government talking big about infrastructure in the north, they have failed to deliver a single new major infrastructure project for Northern Australia over the last three years.
CENTRAL QUEENSLAND ROADS PACKAGE Despite the Abbott-Turnbull Government talking big about infrastructure in the north, they have failed to deliver a single new major infrastructure project for Northern Australia over the last three years. Queensland is a large state which relies heavily on roads for the movement of people and freight.
Despite the Abbott-Turnbull Government talking big about infrastructure in the north, they have failed to deliver a single new major infrastructure project for Northern Australia over the last three years. Queensland is a large state which relies heavily on roads for the movement of people and freight. North and Central Queenslanders rely upon roads to connect their communities and provide access to services.
Queensland is a large state which relies heavily on roads for the movement of people and freight. North and Central Queenslanders rely upon roads to connect their communities and provide access to services. A Shorten Labor Government will commit $418 million to improve road safety, create more than 1,000 jobs, boost productivity and make life easier for North and Central Queenslanders.
North and Central Queenslanders rely upon roads to connect their communities and provide access to services. A Shorten Labor Government will commit $418 million to improve road safety, create more than 1,000 jobs, boost productivity and make life easier for North and Central Queenslanders. Gladstone Port Access Road – $80 million
A Shorten Labor Government will commit $418 million to improve road safety, create more than 1,000 jobs, boost productivity and make life easier for North and Central Queenslanders. Gladstone Port Access Road – $80 million This project will extend the existing Port Access road from Glenlyon Road to Blain Drive, including a new bridge to be constructed over Glenlyon Road.
Gladstone Port Access Road – $80 million This project will extend the existing Port Access road from Glenlyon Road to Blain Drive, including a new bridge to be constructed over Glenlyon Road. Gladstone families will benefit from the safer roads with heavy truck traffic removed from Glenyon Road to Blain Drive and Gladstone’s ring roads.
This project will extend the existing Port Access road from Glenlyon Road to Blain Drive, including a new bridge to be constructed over Glenlyon Road. Gladstone families will benefit from the safer roads with heavy truck traffic removed from Glenyon Road to Blain Drive and Gladstone’s ring roads. Walkerston Bypass – $150 million
Gladstone families will benefit from the safer roads with heavy truck traffic removed from Glenyon Road to Blain Drive and Gladstone’s ring roads. Walkerston Bypass – $150 million The realignment of the Peak Downs Highway to bypass Walkerston will increase safety on the existing route through the main street of Walkerston by minimising heavy vehicle traffic and removing the interaction between heavy vehicle traffic and local traffic.
Walkerston Bypass – $150 million The realignment of the Peak Downs Highway to bypass Walkerston will increase safety on the existing route through the main street of Walkerston by minimising heavy vehicle traffic and removing the interaction between heavy vehicle traffic and local traffic. The new route will offer a safer and more efficient link for the mining industry in the northern Bowen Basin to Mackay and, in particular, the industrial area of Paget.
The realignment of the Peak Downs Highway to bypass Walkerston will increase safety on the existing route through the main street of Walkerston by minimising heavy vehicle traffic and removing the interaction between heavy vehicle traffic and local traffic. The new route will offer a safer and more efficient link for the mining industry in the northern Bowen Basin to Mackay and, in particular, the industrial area of Paget. Additionally, Labor will deliver the following road upgrades in central and northern Queensland: Rockhampton to Yeppoon road ($30 million).
The new route will offer a safer and more efficient link for the mining industry in the northern Bowen Basin to Mackay and, in particular, the industrial area of Paget. Additionally, Labor will deliver the following road upgrades in central and northern Queensland: Rockhampton to Yeppoon road ($30 million). Hann Highway ($43 million).n Capricorn Highway overtaking lanes ($19 million).
Additionally, Labor will deliver the following road upgrades in central and northern Queensland: Rockhampton to Yeppoon road ($30 million). Hann Highway ($43 million).n Capricorn Highway overtaking lanes ($19 million). Capricorn Highway between Rockhampton and Gracemere ($75 million).
Hann Highway ($43 million).n Capricorn Highway overtaking lanes ($19 million). Capricorn Highway between Rockhampton and Gracemere ($75 million). Rockhampton (Bajool to Port Alma Road) port access road ($15 million).
Capricorn Highway between Rockhampton and Gracemere ($75 million). Rockhampton (Bajool to Port Alma Road) port access road ($15 million). Cairns Airport access upgrade ($6 million).
Rockhampton (Bajool to Port Alma Road) port access road ($15 million). Cairns Airport access upgrade ($6 million). These projects will create 1,100 new local jobs.
Cairns Airport access upgrade ($6 million). These projects will create 1,100 new local jobs. UPGRADING THE IPSWICH MOTORWAY
These projects will create 1,100 new local jobs. UPGRADING THE IPSWICH MOTORWAY Labor will commit $200 million to the first stage of upgrading the Ipswich Motorway between Rocklea and Darra, tackling traffic congestion on Brisbane’s southside.
UPGRADING THE IPSWICH MOTORWAY Labor will commit $200 million to the first stage of upgrading the Ipswich Motorway between Rocklea and Darra, tackling traffic congestion on Brisbane’s southside. The upgrade will boost the capacity of the Ipswich Motorway from four lanes to six between Granard and Oxley roads, reducing travelling times for 85,000 motorists who use it each day, including 12,000 trucks hauling freight.
Labor will commit $200 million to the first stage of upgrading the Ipswich Motorway between Rocklea and Darra, tackling traffic congestion on Brisbane’s southside. The upgrade will boost the capacity of the Ipswich Motorway from four lanes to six between Granard and Oxley roads, reducing travelling times for 85,000 motorists who use it each day, including 12,000 trucks hauling freight. The full project will create over 1,000 local jobs.
The upgrade will boost the capacity of the Ipswich Motorway from four lanes to six between Granard and Oxley roads, reducing travelling times for 85,000 motorists who use it each day, including 12,000 trucks hauling freight. The full project will create over 1,000 local jobs. INVESTIGATING TOWNSVILLE WATER OPTIONS
The full project will create over 1,000 local jobs. INVESTIGATING TOWNSVILLE WATER OPTIONS A Shorten Labor Government will contribute $4 million to a major Water Infrastructure Feasibility Study for Townsville.
INVESTIGATING TOWNSVILLE WATER OPTIONS A Shorten Labor Government will contribute $4 million to a major Water Infrastructure Feasibility Study for Townsville. The study will consider upgrades to existing water infrastructure, including: Raising the wall of the existing Burdekin Dam.
A Shorten Labor Government will contribute $4 million to a major Water Infrastructure Feasibility Study for Townsville. The study will consider upgrades to existing water infrastructure, including: Raising the wall of the existing Burdekin Dam. Duplicating the existing pipeline between Burdekin and Ross River dams.
The study will consider upgrades to existing water infrastructure, including: Raising the wall of the existing Burdekin Dam. Duplicating the existing pipeline between Burdekin and Ross River dams. A water treatment plant to be used with the existing pipeline.
Duplicating the existing pipeline between Burdekin and Ross River dams. A water treatment plant to be used with the existing pipeline. Other affordable water efficiency measures.
A water treatment plant to be used with the existing pipeline. Other affordable water efficiency measures. Labor will stop the privatization of medicare
Other affordable water efficiency measures. Labor will stop the privatization of medicare First the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax, then the Liberals introduced a GP Tax by stealth by freezing the indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule.
Labor will stop the privatization of medicare First the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax, then the Liberals introduced a GP Tax by stealth by freezing the indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule. The Liberals are doing all they can to destroy Medicare. We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare
First the Liberals tried to introduce a GP Tax, then the Liberals introduced a GP Tax by stealth by freezing the indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule. The Liberals are doing all they can to destroy Medicare. We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare In contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver the best health outcomes for every Australian into the future.
The Liberals are doing all they can to destroy Medicare. We will prevent the Liberals from privatising Medicare In contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver the best health outcomes for every Australian into the future. PROTECTING MEDICARE
In contrast, Labor has a positive plan to protect Medicare and ensure our world class universal health care system continues to deliver the best health outcomes for every Australian into the future. PROTECTING MEDICARE Labor built Medicare and we will always fight to protect it.
PROTECTING MEDICARE Labor built Medicare and we will always fight to protect it. Labor will reverse the Abbott-Turnbull Government’s freeze on the indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule.
Labor built Medicare and we will always fight to protect it. Labor will reverse the Abbott-Turnbull Government’s freeze on the indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule. This means that under Labor an average family in Queensland with two children will be more than $400 better off.
Labor will reverse the Abbott-Turnbull Government’s freeze on the indexation of the Medicare Benefits Schedule. This means that under Labor an average family in Queensland with two children will be more than $400 better off. SCRAPPING THE MEDICINE PRICE HIKE
This means that under Labor an average family in Queensland with two children will be more than $400 better off. SCRAPPING THE MEDICINE PRICE HIKE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class Queensland families.
SCRAPPING THE MEDICINE PRICE HIKE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class Queensland families. Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script. Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable.
Labor will scrap the Liberals’ medicine price hike and ensure medicine remains affordable for middle and working class Queensland families. Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script. Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable. INVESTING IN HOSPITALS
Under the Liberals, medicine will go up by as much as $5 per script. Under Labor, medicines will be more affordable. INVESTING IN HOSPITALS Labor will increase funding for Queensland hospitals over the next four years.
INVESTING IN HOSPITALS Labor will increase funding for Queensland hospitals over the next four years. This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments.
Labor will increase funding for Queensland hospitals over the next four years. This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments. Under Labor, hospitals in Queensland will receive $400 million more than they would under the Liberals.
This will reduce waiting times for elective surgery and in emergency departments. Under Labor, hospitals in Queensland will receive $400 million more than they would under the Liberals. UPGRADING CAIRNS HOSPITAL
Under Labor, hospitals in Queensland will receive $400 million more than they would under the Liberals. UPGRADING CAIRNS HOSPITAL A Shorten Labor Government will invest $11.6 million to upgrade Cairns Hospital to address bed shortages at this regionally vital hospital.
UPGRADING CAIRNS HOSPITAL A Shorten Labor Government will invest $11.6 million to upgrade Cairns Hospital to address bed shortages at this regionally vital hospital. This commitment will see 2,100 square metres of currently unused hospital space fitted out to accommodate the growing number of patients presenting at the Cairns Hospital emergency department.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $11.6 million to upgrade Cairns Hospital to address bed shortages at this regionally vital hospital. This commitment will see 2,100 square metres of currently unused hospital space fitted out to accommodate the growing number of patients presenting at the Cairns Hospital emergency department. REFURBISHMENT OF LOGAN HOSPITAL
This commitment will see 2,100 square metres of currently unused hospital space fitted out to accommodate the growing number of patients presenting at the Cairns Hospital emergency department. REFURBISHMENT OF LOGAN HOSPITAL The birth rate per capita in the Logan area outstrips that of the state by almost 20 per cent, with more than 3,500 births at the hospital each year.
REFURBISHMENT OF LOGAN HOSPITAL The birth rate per capita in the Logan area outstrips that of the state by almost 20 per cent, with more than 3,500 births at the hospital each year. A Shorten Labor Government will fund a $10 million refurbishment of Logan Hospital’s maternity and special care services facilities.
The birth rate per capita in the Logan area outstrips that of the state by almost 20 per cent, with more than 3,500 births at the hospital each year. A Shorten Labor Government will fund a $10 million refurbishment of Logan Hospital’s maternity and special care services facilities. This refurbishment will give the hospital the option of co-locating antenatal services, providing a complete maternity service environment and genuine continuity of patient care.
A Shorten Labor Government will fund a $10 million refurbishment of Logan Hospital’s maternity and special care services facilities. This refurbishment will give the hospital the option of co-locating antenatal services, providing a complete maternity service environment and genuine continuity of patient care. PET SCANNER FOR ROCKHAMPTON HOSPITAL
This refurbishment will give the hospital the option of co-locating antenatal services, providing a complete maternity service environment and genuine continuity of patient care. PET SCANNER FOR ROCKHAMPTON HOSPITAL A Shorten Labor Government will purchase a new PET scanner at Rockhampton – reducing the need to travel to Brisbane for scans and treating up to 1,000 patients in Central Queensland.
PET SCANNER FOR ROCKHAMPTON HOSPITAL A Shorten Labor Government will purchase a new PET scanner at Rockhampton – reducing the need to travel to Brisbane for scans and treating up to 1,000 patients in Central Queensland. REVERSING CUTS TO PATHOLOGY AND IMAGING SERVICES
A Shorten Labor Government will purchase a new PET scanner at Rockhampton – reducing the need to travel to Brisbane for scans and treating up to 1,000 patients in Central Queensland. REVERSING CUTS TO PATHOLOGY AND IMAGING SERVICES A Shorten Labor Government will reverse Malcolm Turnbull’s cuts to bulk billing for pathology and diagnostic imaging.
REVERSING CUTS TO PATHOLOGY AND IMAGING SERVICES A Shorten Labor Government will reverse Malcolm Turnbull’s cuts to bulk billing for pathology and diagnostic imaging. Labor’s measures give pathologists and radiologists an incentive to bulk bill.
A Shorten Labor Government will reverse Malcolm Turnbull’s cuts to bulk billing for pathology and diagnostic imaging. Labor’s measures give pathologists and radiologists an incentive to bulk bill. Without it, bulk billing will fall, co-payments will rise, and patients will be forced to pay more for tests and scans – or to skip them altogether.
Labor’s measures give pathologists and radiologists an incentive to bulk bill. Without it, bulk billing will fall, co-payments will rise, and patients will be forced to pay more for tests and scans – or to skip them altogether. PREVENTATIVE HEALTH PACKAGE
Chronic diseases are the leading cause of illness, disability and death in Australia. Many of these diseases are due to preventable risk factors such as physical inactivity, poor nutrition, smoking and harmful use of alcohol. Labor has developed a five-point plan to combat chronic disease:
Many of these diseases are due to preventable risk factors such as physical inactivity, poor nutrition, smoking and harmful use of alcohol. Labor has developed a five-point plan to combat chronic disease: Investing in 50 Healthy Communities nationwide, to help communities at the greatest risk of chronic disease to stay well.
Labor has developed a five-point plan to combat chronic disease: Investing in 50 Healthy Communities nationwide, to help communities at the greatest risk of chronic disease to stay well. Tackling obesity through Australia’s first National Physical Activity Strategy and a National Nutrition Framework.
Investing in 50 Healthy Communities nationwide, to help communities at the greatest risk of chronic disease to stay well. Tackling obesity through Australia’s first National Physical Activity Strategy and a National Nutrition Framework. Expanding the successful Better Health Channel into a nationwide platform for health information.
Addressing harmful use of alcohol through a National Alcohol Strategy. A NATIONAL APPROACH TO SUICIDE PREVENTION A Shorten Labor Government will set a target to reduce deaths by suicide by 50 per cent over the next 10 years.
A NATIONAL APPROACH TO SUICIDE PREVENTION A Shorten Labor Government will set a target to reduce deaths by suicide by 50 per cent over the next 10 years. Our National Suicide Strategy will provide a strong national commitment to reduce the suicide toll, and coordinate a focused effort across Australia.
A Shorten Labor Government will set a target to reduce deaths by suicide by 50 per cent over the next 10 years. Our National Suicide Strategy will provide a strong national commitment to reduce the suicide toll, and coordinate a focused effort across Australia. Labor will commission Australia’s first national data set of suicide deaths and invest $72 million over three years for 12 regional suicide pilot projects.
Our National Suicide Strategy will provide a strong national commitment to reduce the suicide toll, and coordinate a focused effort across Australia. Labor will commission Australia’s first national data set of suicide deaths and invest $72 million over three years for 12 regional suicide pilot projects. CLOSING THE GAP IN INDIGENOUS HEALTH
Labor will commission Australia’s first national data set of suicide deaths and invest $72 million over three years for 12 regional suicide pilot projects. CLOSING THE GAP IN INDIGENOUS HEALTH A Shorten Labor Government will continue the work of the previous Labor Government and work to close the gap on Indigenous health outcomes.
Labor will convene a National Taskforce on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Kidney Disease as a priority to look for holistic solutions to the current crisis. A Shorten Labor Government will invest $9.5 million to close the gap in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander vision loss. INNOVATION IN HEALTH CARE
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $9.5 million to close the gap in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander vision loss. INNOVATION IN HEALTH CARE Because of Labor, Australia has one of the best health care systems in the world.
Because of Labor, Australia has one of the best health care systems in the world. But Australia’s health care system continues to face significant challenges. An ageing population, growing health inequality among many groups, as well as locations of disadvantage, all mean that Australia requires new and innovative approaches to care.
But Australia’s health care system continues to face significant challenges. An ageing population, growing health inequality among many groups, as well as locations of disadvantage, all mean that Australia requires new and innovative approaches to care. If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop and roll out new models of primary care around Australia.
An ageing population, growing health inequality among many groups, as well as locations of disadvantage, all mean that Australia requires new and innovative approaches to care. If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop and roll out new models of primary care around Australia. LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE
If elected, a Shorten Labor Government will provide an additional $100 million over two years to develop and roll out new models of primary care around Australia. LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE Labor will invest in life saving research and care in Queensland. Our nationwide commitments include: $10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses.
LIFE SAVING MEDICAL RESEARCH AND CARE Labor will invest in life saving research and care in Queensland. Our nationwide commitments include: $10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses. $8 million for ovarian cancer research.
Labor will invest in life saving research and care in Queensland. Our nationwide commitments include: $10.6 million to increase the number of prostate cancer nurses. $8 million for ovarian cancer research. $7 million to assist women with breast cancer. in rural areas and with secondary breast cancer.
$4 million to improve care and support for people suffering from Motor Neurone Disease. $84 million to improve access to lifesaving technologies for Australians with type 1 diabetes. YOUTH DRUG AND ALCOHOL DETOX FACILITY
$84 million to improve access to lifesaving technologies for Australians with type 1 diabetes. YOUTH DRUG AND ALCOHOL DETOX FACILITY Labor will invest $5 million in drug and alcohol rehabilitation treatment facilities in Townsville in partnership with the Salvation Army.
YOUTH DRUG AND ALCOHOL DETOX FACILITY Labor will invest $5 million in drug and alcohol rehabilitation treatment facilities in Townsville in partnership with the Salvation Army. It means people who are struggling with ice addiction, families who are trying to get treatment for their children, trying to turn their lives around, will have access to local treatment.
Labor will invest $5 million in drug and alcohol rehabilitation treatment facilities in Townsville in partnership with the Salvation Army. It means people who are struggling with ice addiction, families who are trying to get treatment for their children, trying to turn their lives around, will have access to local treatment. Additionally, a Shorten Labor Government will develop a new National Drug Strategy, delivering smart, cost-effective policies that help vulnerable communities in the grip of illicit drug abuse.
It means people who are struggling with ice addiction, families who are trying to get treatment for their children, trying to turn their lives around, will have access to local treatment. Additionally, a Shorten Labor Government will develop a new National Drug Strategy, delivering smart, cost-effective policies that help vulnerable communities in the grip of illicit drug abuse. Labor will ensure that people who want to turn their life around don’t have to wait six months or more for a treatment service.
Additionally, a Shorten Labor Government will develop a new National Drug Strategy, delivering smart, cost-effective policies that help vulnerable communities in the grip of illicit drug abuse. Labor will ensure that people who want to turn their life around don’t have to wait six months or more for a treatment service. Strong families and communities
Labor will ensure that people who want to turn their life around don’t have to wait six months or more for a treatment service. Strong families and communities Labor will repair the federal Budget without smashing family budgets.
Strong families and communities Labor will repair the federal Budget without smashing family budgets. FAMILY TAX BENEFITS
Labor will repair the federal Budget without smashing family budgets. FAMILY TAX BENEFITS Labor will oppose the Liberal Government’s harsh cuts to Family Tax Benefits (FTB).
FAMILY TAX BENEFITS Labor will oppose the Liberal Government’s harsh cuts to Family Tax Benefits (FTB). Under Labor, families earning less than $100,000 will maintain their FTB at current rates.
Labor will oppose the Liberal Government’s harsh cuts to Family Tax Benefits (FTB). Under Labor, families earning less than $100,000 will maintain their FTB at current rates. Under Labor, a couple with a single income of $85,000 and two children in primary school will be around $1,300 better off each year.
Under Labor, families earning less than $100,000 will maintain their FTB at current rates. Under Labor, a couple with a single income of $85,000 and two children in primary school will be around $1,300 better off each year. A sole parent with income of $65,000 and two children in high school will be around $3,000 better off each year under Labor.
Under Labor, a couple with a single income of $85,000 and two children in primary school will be around $1,300 better off each year. A sole parent with income of $65,000 and two children in high school will be around $3,000 better off each year under Labor. EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE
A sole parent with income of $65,000 and two children in high school will be around $3,000 better off each year under Labor. EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE Every one of the 134,000 families in Queensland that rely on the Child Care Benefit will be better off under Labor.
EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE Every one of the 134,000 families in Queensland that rely on the Child Care Benefit will be better off under Labor. From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent.
Every one of the 134,000 families in Queensland that rely on the Child Care Benefit will be better off under Labor. From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent. This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year.
From 1 January 2017 Labor will increase the Child Care Benefit by 15 per cent. This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year. In South East Queensland, 116,290 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off.
This is an increase of up to $31 per child per week, or up to $1,627 per child per year. In South East Queensland, 116,290 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off. In Central Queensland, 8,370 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off.
In South East Queensland, 116,290 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off. In Central Queensland, 8,370 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off. In North Queensland, 11,370 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off.
In Central Queensland, 8,370 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off. In North Queensland, 11,370 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off. In Far North Queensland, 5,630 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off.
In North Queensland, 11,370 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off. In Far North Queensland, 5,630 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off. Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017 will mean that many of the 172,000 families in Queensland that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year: In South East Queensland, many of the 149,070 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off.
In Far North Queensland, 5,630 families receiving the Child Care Benefit will be better off. Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017 will mean that many of the 172,000 families in Queensland that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year: In South East Queensland, many of the 149,070 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off. In Central Queensland, many of the 11,200 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off.
Labor’s plan to increase the Child Care Rebate cap from $7,500 to $10,000 from 1 January 2017 will mean that many of the 172,000 families in Queensland that rely on the Child Care Rebate will be up to $2,500 better off per child per year: In South East Queensland, many of the 149,070 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off. In Central Queensland, many of the 11,200 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off. In North Queensland, many of the 15,360 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off.
In Central Queensland, many of the 11,200 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off. In North Queensland, many of the 15,360 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off. In Far North Queensland, many of the 6,680 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off.
In North Queensland, many of the 15,360 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off. In Far North Queensland, many of the 6,680 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off. In addition, Labor will invest $25 million to upgrade facilities and improve the quality of programs in Budget Base Funded early education and care services, which serve many remote communities.
In Far North Queensland, many of the 6,680 families receiving the Child Care Rebate will be better off. In addition, Labor will invest $25 million to upgrade facilities and improve the quality of programs in Budget Base Funded early education and care services, which serve many remote communities. Many of these services face an uncertain future under the Liberals’ proposed child care changes.
In addition, Labor will invest $25 million to upgrade facilities and improve the quality of programs in Budget Base Funded early education and care services, which serve many remote communities. Many of these services face an uncertain future under the Liberals’ proposed child care changes. Labor will provide $57 million to the 38 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Family Centres to increase places and provide better education, health and family support for local families.
Many of these services face an uncertain future under the Liberals’ proposed child care changes. Labor will provide $57 million to the 38 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Family Centres to increase places and provide better education, health and family support for local families. The Liberals cut funding for these vital services.
Labor will provide $57 million to the 38 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Family Centres to increase places and provide better education, health and family support for local families. The Liberals cut funding for these vital services. PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
The Liberals cut funding for these vital services. PAID PARENTAL LEAVE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ plan to cut paid parental leave to around 80,000 new mums each year.
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE Labor will scrap the Liberals’ plan to cut paid parental leave to around 80,000 new mums each year. Under Labor, parents will be as much as $11,800 better off when they have a baby.
Labor will scrap the Liberals’ plan to cut paid parental leave to around 80,000 new mums each year. Under Labor, parents will be as much as $11,800 better off when they have a baby. LOCAL COMMUNITY PROJECTS
Under Labor, parents will be as much as $11,800 better off when they have a baby. LOCAL COMMUNITY PROJECTS A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people right across Queensland.
LOCAL COMMUNITY PROJECTS A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people right across Queensland. These include:  $6.7 million in funding for the new Port Douglas reservoir, ensuring water security.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest in a range of community projects to improve quality of life for the people right across Queensland. These include:  $6.7 million in funding for the new Port Douglas reservoir, ensuring water security. $1.2 million to deliver much-needed upgrades to sporting facilities on Brisbane’s south side, boosting local teams and supporting women in football.
These include:  $6.7 million in funding for the new Port Douglas reservoir, ensuring water security. $1.2 million to deliver much-needed upgrades to sporting facilities on Brisbane’s south side, boosting local teams and supporting women in football. $1.3 million to back Brisbane community and arts organisations so they can continue to support local communities.
$1.2 million to deliver much-needed upgrades to sporting facilities on Brisbane’s south side, boosting local teams and supporting women in football. $1.3 million to back Brisbane community and arts organisations so they can continue to support local communities. $3.1 million to contribute to funding Beef Australia Week 2018 and establish the Federal Government as a principal partner.
$1.3 million to back Brisbane community and arts organisations so they can continue to support local communities. $3.1 million to contribute to funding Beef Australia Week 2018 and establish the Federal Government as a principal partner. $560,000 to support football players and their fans in northern Brisbane by upgrading the Ridge Hills United Football Club in Bald Hills
$3.1 million to contribute to funding Beef Australia Week 2018 and establish the Federal Government as a principal partner. $560,000 to support football players and their fans in northern Brisbane by upgrading the Ridge Hills United Football Club in Bald Hills $1 million to revitalise the Sunnybank Pedestrian  Bridge, used by more than 5,000 people per day
$560,000 to support football players and their fans in northern Brisbane by upgrading the Ridge Hills United Football Club in Bald Hills $1 million to revitalise the Sunnybank Pedestrian  Bridge, used by more than 5,000 people per day $1 million to redevelop the Redcliffe Police-Citizens Youth Club, better enabling support of disadvantaged youth.
$1 million to revitalise the Sunnybank Pedestrian  Bridge, used by more than 5,000 people per day $1 million to redevelop the Redcliffe Police-Citizens Youth Club, better enabling support of disadvantaged youth. $5 million to develop the Philip Street Communities Precinct in Gladstone, matching local council funding.
$1 million to redevelop the Redcliffe Police-Citizens Youth Club, better enabling support of disadvantaged youth. $5 million to develop the Philip Street Communities Precinct in Gladstone, matching local council funding. $7.5 million to contain and reduce the yellow crazy ant population in the Wet Tropics of Queensland.
$5 million to develop the Philip Street Communities Precinct in Gladstone, matching local council funding. $7.5 million to contain and reduce the yellow crazy ant population in the Wet Tropics of Queensland. Under the Liberals, Queensland has been through three years of harsh cuts, chaos and broken promises.
$7.5 million to contain and reduce the yellow crazy ant population in the Wet Tropics of Queensland. Under the Liberals, Queensland has been through three years of harsh cuts, chaos and broken promises. Cuts to schools and universities, cuts to Medicare, cuts to Family Tax Benefits and cuts to pensions.
Under the Liberals, Queensland has been through three years of harsh cuts, chaos and broken promises. Cuts to schools and universities, cuts to Medicare, cuts to Family Tax Benefits and cuts to pensions. This is the legacy of the Abbott-Turnbull Government.
Cuts to schools and universities, cuts to Medicare, cuts to Family Tax Benefits and cuts to pensions. This is the legacy of the Abbott-Turnbull Government. Queensland cannot afford another three years of cuts hurting families and the local economy.
This is the legacy of the Abbott-Turnbull Government. Queensland cannot afford another three years of cuts hurting families and the local economy. YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT
Queensland cannot afford another three years of cuts hurting families and the local economy. YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT Under the Liberals the youth unemployment rate in Queensland has remained stagnant at 13 per cent, more than double the national unemployment rate.
YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT Under the Liberals the youth unemployment rate in Queensland has remained stagnant at 13 per cent, more than double the national unemployment rate. The number of young people in job training across the State has plummeted.
Under the Liberals the youth unemployment rate in Queensland has remained stagnant at 13 per cent, more than double the national unemployment rate. The number of young people in job training across the State has plummeted. There are now nearly 23,800 fewer apprentices in Queensland than there were in 2013.
The number of young people in job training across the State has plummeted. There are now nearly 23,800 fewer apprentices in Queensland than there were in 2013. Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices, so young people from all across Queensland can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future.
There are now nearly 23,800 fewer apprentices in Queensland than there were in 2013. Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices, so young people from all across Queensland can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future. CUTS TO SCHOOLS
Labor is committed to ensuring one in ten jobs on our priority projects will be filled by new apprentices, so young people from all across Queensland can learn the skills they need for the jobs of the future. CUTS TO SCHOOLS The Liberals have cut more than $6 billion from Queensland schools.
CUTS TO SCHOOLS The Liberals have cut more than $6 billion from Queensland schools. This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students.
The Liberals have cut more than $6 billion from Queensland schools. This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students. It means Indigenous students; students with disability or additional learning needs; and students from low socio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best.
This means larger classes, less personal attention and fewer resources for students. It means Indigenous students; students with disability or additional learning needs; and students from low socio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best. $4.5 billion has been cut from schools in South East Queensland.
It means Indigenous students; students with disability or additional learning needs; and students from low socio-economic backgrounds will miss out on the support they need to achieve their best. $4.5 billion has been cut from schools in South East Queensland. $630 million has been cut from schools in Central Queensland.
$4.5 billion has been cut from schools in South East Queensland. $630 million has been cut from schools in Central Queensland. $675 million has been cut from schools in North Queensland.
$630 million has been cut from schools in Central Queensland. $675 million has been cut from schools in North Queensland. $256 million has been cut from schools in Far North Queensland.
$675 million has been cut from schools in North Queensland. $256 million has been cut from schools in Far North Queensland. CUTS TO HOSPITALS
$256 million has been cut from schools in Far North Queensland. CUTS TO HOSPITALS The Liberals have cut billions from Queensland health facilities.
CUTS TO HOSPITALS The Liberals have cut billions from Queensland health facilities. This will put further pressure on already stretched public hospitals and push up waiting times for elective surgery and emergency department care.
The Liberals have cut billions from Queensland health facilities. This will put further pressure on already stretched public hospitals and push up waiting times for elective surgery and emergency department care. CUTS TO UNIVERSITIES
This will put further pressure on already stretched public hospitals and push up waiting times for elective surgery and emergency department care. CUTS TO UNIVERSITIES Over the next five years the Liberals will rip more than $1.1 billion from Queensland universities.
CUTS TO UNIVERSITIES Over the next five years the Liberals will rip more than $1.1 billion from Queensland universities. If the Liberals get their way, university students from Queensland would be facing fees of up to $100,000 for degrees.
Over the next five years the Liberals will rip more than $1.1 billion from Queensland universities. If the Liberals get their way, university students from Queensland would be facing fees of up to $100,000 for degrees. Universities across Queensland face massive cuts under the Liberals: Griffith University will lose $228 million over the next five years.
If the Liberals get their way, university students from Queensland would be facing fees of up to $100,000 for degrees. Universities across Queensland face massive cuts under the Liberals: Griffith University will lose $228 million over the next five years. Central Queensland University will lose $87 million over the next five years.
Universities across Queensland face massive cuts under the Liberals: Griffith University will lose $228 million over the next five years. Central Queensland University will lose $87 million over the next five years. The University of Southern Queensland will lose $115 million over the next five years.
Central Queensland University will lose $87 million over the next five years. The University of Southern Queensland will lose $115 million over the next five years. James Cook University will lose $135 million over the next five years.
The University of Southern Queensland will lose $115 million over the next five years. James Cook University will lose $135 million over the next five years. The University of Queensland will lose $290 million over the next five years.
James Cook University will lose $135 million over the next five years. The University of Queensland will lose $290 million over the next five years. Queensland University of Technology will lose $250 million over the next five years.
The University of Queensland will lose $290 million over the next five years. Queensland University of Technology will lose $250 million over the next five years. The University of the Sunshine Coast will lose $71 million over the next five years.
Queensland University of Technology will lose $250 million over the next five years. The University of the Sunshine Coast will lose $71 million over the next five years. CUTS TO VULNERABLE AUSTRALIANS
The University of the Sunshine Coast will lose $71 million over the next five years. CUTS TO VULNERABLE AUSTRALIANS In their 2014 Budget, the Liberals tried to leave young jobseekers with nothing to live on for six months.
In 2015 they tried to leave them with nothing for a month. The Liberals tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance. CUTS TO PENSIONS
The Liberals tried to cut $2,500 from jobseekers under 25 by changing the eligibility age for Newstart and Youth Allowance. CUTS TO PENSIONS In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of Queensland’s 812,000 pensioners.
CUTS TO PENSIONS In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of Queensland’s 812,000 pensioners. If the Liberals are re-elected, Queensland pensioners will lose up to $1,600 from the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment.
In 2014, the Liberals tried to cut the indexation arrangement for every one of Queensland’s 812,000 pensioners. If the Liberals are re-elected, Queensland pensioners will lose up to $1,600 from the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment. In South East Queensland, this cut will affect 619,660 pensioners.
If the Liberals are re-elected, Queensland pensioners will lose up to $1,600 from the abolition of the Pensioner Education Supplement and $208 from the abolition of the Education Entry Payment. In South East Queensland, this cut will affect 619,660 pensioners. In Central Queensland, this cut will affect 82,786 pensioners.
In South East Queensland, this cut will affect 619,660 pensioners. In Central Queensland, this cut will affect 82,786 pensioners. In North Queensland, this cut will affect 80,624 pensioners.
In Central Queensland, this cut will affect 82,786 pensioners. In North Queensland, this cut will affect 80,624 pensioners. In Far North Queensland, this cut will affect 28,220 pensioners.
In North Queensland, this cut will affect 80,624 pensioners. In Far North Queensland, this cut will affect 28,220 pensioners. Under the Liberals, age pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will have their pension reduced after six weeks.
In Far North Queensland, this cut will affect 28,220 pensioners. Under the Liberals, age pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will have their pension reduced after six weeks. CUTS TO FAMILIES
Under the Liberals, age pensioners who were born overseas and want to spend more time overseas when they retire will have their pension reduced after six weeks. CUTS TO FAMILIES More than 330,000 families in Queensland will lose their full Family Tax Benefit Part A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected.
CUTS TO FAMILIES More than 330,000 families in Queensland will lose their full Family Tax Benefit Part A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected. That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year.
More than 330,000 families in Queensland will lose their full Family Tax Benefit Part A Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected. That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year. More than 273,000 single parents and single income families in Queensland will lose their Family Tax Benefit Part B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year.
That’s a cut of $726 per child, per year. More than 273,000 single parents and single income families in Queensland will lose their Family Tax Benefit Part B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year. CUTS TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES
More than 273,000 single parents and single income families in Queensland will lose their Family Tax Benefit Part B Supplement if the Liberals are re-elected – a cut of $354 per family per year. CUTS TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES The Liberals cut $200 million from assistance grants to Queensland councils in the 2014 Budget.
CUTS TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES The Liberals cut $200 million from assistance grants to Queensland councils in the 2014 Budget. These cuts are ongoing, and very significantly impact on the ability of councils in Queensland to deliver basic community services like child care and libraries.
The Liberals cut $200 million from assistance grants to Queensland councils in the 2014 Budget. These cuts are ongoing, and very significantly impact on the ability of councils in Queensland to deliver basic community services like child care and libraries. It has led to cuts in road maintenance, and has cost local jobs.
These cuts are ongoing, and very significantly impact on the ability of councils in Queensland to deliver basic community services like child care and libraries. It has led to cuts in road maintenance, and has cost local jobs. A UNITED LABOR TEAMWILL PUT PEOPLE FIRST
It has led to cuts in road maintenance, and has cost local jobs. A UNITED LABOR TEAMWILL PUT PEOPLE FIRST From the day Bill Shorten became Leader, Labor’s team has remained united, with a single-minded commitment to deliver those policies that put people first.
A UNITED LABOR TEAMWILL PUT PEOPLE FIRST From the day Bill Shorten became Leader, Labor’s team has remained united, with a single-minded commitment to deliver those policies that put people first. A healthcare system underpinned by Medicare.
WE'LL PUT PEOPLE FIRST POSITIVE POLICY Labor's Positive Policies For Agriculture And Regional Australia
POSITIVE POLICY Labor's Positive Policies For Agriculture And Regional Australia A Shorten Labor Government will provide the policy guidance Australia’s agriculture sector needs to meet its full potential, rise to its challenges and create more prosperity and jobs in our regions.
Labor's Positive Policies For Agriculture And Regional Australia A Shorten Labor Government will provide the policy guidance Australia’s agriculture sector needs to meet its full potential, rise to its challenges and create more prosperity and jobs in our regions. Australia prospers when our regions prosper.
A Shorten Labor Government will provide the policy guidance Australia’s agriculture sector needs to meet its full potential, rise to its challenges and create more prosperity and jobs in our regions. Australia prospers when our regions prosper. From cattle farms and wineries to wool, wheat and minerals, regional Australia generates a significant part of Australia’s wealth.
Australia prospers when our regions prosper. From cattle farms and wineries to wool, wheat and minerals, regional Australia generates a significant part of Australia’s wealth. In return, regional communities rightly expect the same high quality services and facilities that people in our major cities enjoy.
From cattle farms and wineries to wool, wheat and minerals, regional Australia generates a significant part of Australia’s wealth. In return, regional communities rightly expect the same high quality services and facilities that people in our major cities enjoy. Labor will put productivity and sustainable profitability front-and-centre in our determination to see regional Australia thrive and our agricultural industries grow into the future.
In return, regional communities rightly expect the same high quality services and facilities that people in our major cities enjoy. Labor will put productivity and sustainable profitability front-and-centre in our determination to see regional Australia thrive and our agricultural industries grow into the future. Labor understands and shares the aspirations of Australia’s agriculture sector: to boost jobs, strengthen regional communities and move Australia up the value curve for long-term growth.
Labor will put productivity and sustainable profitability front-and-centre in our determination to see regional Australia thrive and our agricultural industries grow into the future. Labor understands and shares the aspirations of Australia’s agriculture sector: to boost jobs, strengthen regional communities and move Australia up the value curve for long-term growth. Our plan for Australian agriculture will allow us to work together with the sector and regional Australians to meet those aspirations in the years to come.
Labor understands and shares the aspirations of Australia’s agriculture sector: to boost jobs, strengthen regional communities and move Australia up the value curve for long-term growth. Our plan for Australian agriculture will allow us to work together with the sector and regional Australians to meet those aspirations in the years to come. GROWING JOBS, BUILDING SUSTAINABLE PROFITABILTY LABOR’S POSITIVE PLAN FOR AGRICULTURE AND REGIONAL AUSTRALIA
STRONG WORKFORCES STRONG COMMUNITIES People are the backbone of Australia’s regional economies. Without new generations of Australians choosing life on the land, our regional cities and towns will slowly wither away.
People are the backbone of Australia’s regional economies. Without new generations of Australians choosing life on the land, our regional cities and towns will slowly wither away. Labor wants to create more opportunities for industry-relevant education and training close to home so that young people, women and Indigenous Australians can discover the challenges and rewards of a life in agriculture.
Without new generations of Australians choosing life on the land, our regional cities and towns will slowly wither away. Labor wants to create more opportunities for industry-relevant education and training close to home so that young people, women and Indigenous Australians can discover the challenges and rewards of a life in agriculture. PROTECTING REGIONAL UNIVERSITIES AND TAFES
Labor wants to create more opportunities for industry-relevant education and training close to home so that young people, women and Indigenous Australians can discover the challenges and rewards of a life in agriculture. PROTECTING REGIONAL UNIVERSITIES AND TAFES The number of people studying agricultural science disciplines is too low.
PROTECTING REGIONAL UNIVERSITIES AND TAFES The number of people studying agricultural science disciplines is too low. According to the University of Queensland, there is strong demand for graduates in agribusiness, agricultural science and food science.
The number of people studying agricultural science disciplines is too low. According to the University of Queensland, there is strong demand for graduates in agribusiness, agricultural science and food science. But figures released by the Australian Council of Deans of Agriculture reveal a widening gap between demand and supply of good quality graduates.
According to the University of Queensland, there is strong demand for graduates in agribusiness, agricultural science and food science. But figures released by the Australian Council of Deans of Agriculture reveal a widening gap between demand and supply of good quality graduates. National job advertisements for graduates in agriculture number between 4,000 and 4,500, yet only about 800 graduates complete agricultural studies across the country each year.
But figures released by the Australian Council of Deans of Agriculture reveal a widening gap between demand and supply of good quality graduates. National job advertisements for graduates in agriculture number between 4,000 and 4,500, yet only about 800 graduates complete agricultural studies across the country each year. Those most likely to choose an agriculture-related course at university are those who have grown up in regional Australia.
National job advertisements for graduates in agriculture number between 4,000 and 4,500, yet only about 800 graduates complete agricultural studies across the country each year. Those most likely to choose an agriculture-related course at university are those who have grown up in regional Australia. That’s why Labor is fighting so hard to protect our regional universities and prevent regional students from paying $100,000 for their degrees.
Those most likely to choose an agriculture-related course at university are those who have grown up in regional Australia. That’s why Labor is fighting so hard to protect our regional universities and prevent regional students from paying $100,000 for their degrees. A Shorten Labor Government will introduce a Student Funding Guarantee to provide certainty to universities and remove the need for higher fees.
That’s why Labor is fighting so hard to protect our regional universities and prevent regional students from paying $100,000 for their degrees. A Shorten Labor Government will introduce a Student Funding Guarantee to provide certainty to universities and remove the need for higher fees. Regional universities would be hit particularly hard under the Liberals’ plan to deregulate fees because many do not have the same scale of enrolments or capacity to cross-subsidise teaching and research through other channels as city universities do.
A Shorten Labor Government will introduce a Student Funding Guarantee to provide certainty to universities and remove the need for higher fees. Regional universities would be hit particularly hard under the Liberals’ plan to deregulate fees because many do not have the same scale of enrolments or capacity to cross-subsidise teaching and research through other channels as city universities do. Successful farm businesses don’t just require workers with university degrees.
Regional universities would be hit particularly hard under the Liberals’ plan to deregulate fees because many do not have the same scale of enrolments or capacity to cross-subsidise teaching and research through other channels as city universities do. Successful farm businesses don’t just require workers with university degrees. Building a strong agricultural workforce will also require quality vocational education and training (VET) through strong local TAFEs and more apprentices skilled in practical trades.
Successful farm businesses don’t just require workers with university degrees. Building a strong agricultural workforce will also require quality vocational education and training (VET) through strong local TAFEs and more apprentices skilled in practical trades. The Liberals have cut $2.5 billion from the skills portfolio, including $1 billion from apprentice and trainee programs such as Tools for Your Trade and access and mentoring programs.
Building a strong agricultural workforce will also require quality vocational education and training (VET) through strong local TAFEs and more apprentices skilled in practical trades. The Liberals have cut $2.5 billion from the skills portfolio, including $1 billion from apprentice and trainee programs such as Tools for Your Trade and access and mentoring programs. These cuts have hit apprentices and trainees hard and resulted in the loss of over 120,000 apprentices since September 2013.
The Liberals have cut $2.5 billion from the skills portfolio, including $1 billion from apprentice and trainee programs such as Tools for Your Trade and access and mentoring programs. These cuts have hit apprentices and trainees hard and resulted in the loss of over 120,000 apprentices since September 2013. Labor will not make the same mistake because we know regional communities, and those right across Australia, cannot afford to see our skills base decline.
These cuts have hit apprentices and trainees hard and resulted in the loss of over 120,000 apprentices since September 2013. Labor will not make the same mistake because we know regional communities, and those right across Australia, cannot afford to see our skills base decline. That is why Labor will invest in boosting apprenticeships, including by ensuring apprentices are employed on federally-funded infrastructure projects and creating 15,000 new apprentice track training places.
Labor will not make the same mistake because we know regional communities, and those right across Australia, cannot afford to see our skills base decline. That is why Labor will invest in boosting apprenticeships, including by ensuring apprentices are employed on federally-funded infrastructure projects and creating 15,000 new apprentice track training places. We will also reintroduce Tools for Your Trade – the successful apprentice support program axed by Tony Abbott, because we want to see more young people starting and completing apprenticeships – particularly in regional Australia.
That is why Labor will invest in boosting apprenticeships, including by ensuring apprentices are employed on federally-funded infrastructure projects and creating 15,000 new apprentice track training places. We will also reintroduce Tools for Your Trade – the successful apprentice support program axed by Tony Abbott, because we want to see more young people starting and completing apprenticeships – particularly in regional Australia. The need for strong regional skills and training is also why Labor has announced a plan to back TAFE into the future by developing a National Priority Plan which will define its unique role and place it squarely as the public provider within the VET sector.
We will also reintroduce Tools for Your Trade – the successful apprentice support program axed by Tony Abbott, because we want to see more young people starting and completing apprenticeships – particularly in regional Australia. The need for strong regional skills and training is also why Labor has announced a plan to back TAFE into the future by developing a National Priority Plan which will define its unique role and place it squarely as the public provider within the VET sector. TAFE offers access to training in many places across regional Australia where private providers do not reach, and we must ensure that continues to be the case into the future to build our skilled agricultural workforce.
The need for strong regional skills and training is also why Labor has announced a plan to back TAFE into the future by developing a National Priority Plan which will define its unique role and place it squarely as the public provider within the VET sector. TAFE offers access to training in many places across regional Australia where private providers do not reach, and we must ensure that continues to be the case into the future to build our skilled agricultural workforce. GROWING THE ROLE OF WOMEN AND INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIANS IN AGRICULTURE
TAFE offers access to training in many places across regional Australia where private providers do not reach, and we must ensure that continues to be the case into the future to build our skilled agricultural workforce. GROWING THE ROLE OF WOMEN AND INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIANS IN AGRICULTURE Women are increasingly playing leading roles in farm businesses across Australia.
GROWING THE ROLE OF WOMEN AND INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIANS IN AGRICULTURE Women are increasingly playing leading roles in farm businesses across Australia. They are moving well beyond traditional roles and into planning, planting, cultivating, cropping, testing, analysing and looking after animal welfare.
Women are increasingly playing leading roles in farm businesses across Australia. They are moving well beyond traditional roles and into planning, planting, cultivating, cropping, testing, analysing and looking after animal welfare. Indigenous Australians are also combining traditional land management practices with newer agricultural techniques to get the most out of our land while protecting the natural environment.
They are moving well beyond traditional roles and into planning, planting, cultivating, cropping, testing, analysing and looking after animal welfare. Indigenous Australians are also combining traditional land management practices with newer agricultural techniques to get the most out of our land while protecting the natural environment. As farm businesses become more complex and we seek to grow both productivity and output, the role of women and Indigenous Australians will become increasingly important.
Indigenous Australians are also combining traditional land management practices with newer agricultural techniques to get the most out of our land while protecting the natural environment. As farm businesses become more complex and we seek to grow both productivity and output, the role of women and Indigenous Australians will become increasingly important. Their greater participation will also help to balance out the ageing of our agriculture workforce.
As farm businesses become more complex and we seek to grow both productivity and output, the role of women and Indigenous Australians will become increasingly important. Their greater participation will also help to balance out the ageing of our agriculture workforce. Labor is determined to further promote and support women in agriculture, and will lead by example across the government sector.
Their greater participation will also help to balance out the ageing of our agriculture workforce. Labor is determined to further promote and support women in agriculture, and will lead by example across the government sector. We have identified a clear target of having 50 per cent of positions on government boards filled by women within the first term of a Shorten Labor Government.
Labor is determined to further promote and support women in agriculture, and will lead by example across the government sector. We have identified a clear target of having 50 per cent of positions on government boards filled by women within the first term of a Shorten Labor Government. This would apply to our regional research and development corporations as well as bodies like the Murray-Darling Basin Authority and the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority.
We have identified a clear target of having 50 per cent of positions on government boards filled by women within the first term of a Shorten Labor Government. This would apply to our regional research and development corporations as well as bodies like the Murray-Darling Basin Authority and the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority. Increasing the visibility of women in these senior roles will provide pathways and role models for more Australian women to pursue careers in agriculture.
This would apply to our regional research and development corporations as well as bodies like the Murray-Darling Basin Authority and the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority. Increasing the visibility of women in these senior roles will provide pathways and role models for more Australian women to pursue careers in agriculture. A Shorten Labor Government will also provide just over $200 million over five years to double the number of Indigenous rangers under the Working for Country program, from 775 full-time equivalent rangers in 2016-17 to 1,550 by 2020-21.
Increasing the visibility of women in these senior roles will provide pathways and role models for more Australian women to pursue careers in agriculture. A Shorten Labor Government will also provide just over $200 million over five years to double the number of Indigenous rangers under the Working for Country program, from 775 full-time equivalent rangers in 2016-17 to 1,550 by 2020-21. This will ensure Indigenous rangers are able to continue and expand their work in the management of fire regimes, biodiversity, feral animals, weeds, land disturbance, cultural sites, heritage values, pollution and climate change impacts.
A Shorten Labor Government will also provide just over $200 million over five years to double the number of Indigenous rangers under the Working for Country program, from 775 full-time equivalent rangers in 2016-17 to 1,550 by 2020-21. This will ensure Indigenous rangers are able to continue and expand their work in the management of fire regimes, biodiversity, feral animals, weeds, land disturbance, cultural sites, heritage values, pollution and climate change impacts. It will also mean rangers are able to grow their role as role models in local communities, and further leverage the close relationship between Indigenous Australians and the environment to continue building our future agricultural workforce.
This will ensure Indigenous rangers are able to continue and expand their work in the management of fire regimes, biodiversity, feral animals, weeds, land disturbance, cultural sites, heritage values, pollution and climate change impacts. It will also mean rangers are able to grow their role as role models in local communities, and further leverage the close relationship between Indigenous Australians and the environment to continue building our future agricultural workforce. STRENGTHENING MENTAL HEALTH IN OUR REGIONS
It will also mean rangers are able to grow their role as role models in local communities, and further leverage the close relationship between Indigenous Australians and the environment to continue building our future agricultural workforce. STRENGTHENING MENTAL HEALTH IN OUR REGIONS Mental health should be a priority for any government that puts the wellbeing of Australians first.
STRENGTHENING MENTAL HEALTH IN OUR REGIONS Mental health should be a priority for any government that puts the wellbeing of Australians first. It’s also a productivity issue, with the mental health of our regional workforce being crucial to the success and growth of the sector.
Mental health should be a priority for any government that puts the wellbeing of Australians first. It’s also a productivity issue, with the mental health of our regional workforce being crucial to the success and growth of the sector. In regional Australia, suicide rates amongst men are double those in urban areas.
It’s also a productivity issue, with the mental health of our regional workforce being crucial to the success and growth of the sector. In regional Australia, suicide rates amongst men are double those in urban areas. Farmers are 2.2 times more likely to die by suicide than the broader community.
In regional Australia, suicide rates amongst men are double those in urban areas. Farmers are 2.2 times more likely to die by suicide than the broader community. What’s more, psychiatrists in the cities outnumber those in regional areas three to one.
Farmers are 2.2 times more likely to die by suicide than the broader community. What’s more, psychiatrists in the cities outnumber those in regional areas three to one. Labor is committed to reducing suicides in Australia by 50 per cent over the next ten years.
What’s more, psychiatrists in the cities outnumber those in regional areas three to one. Labor is committed to reducing suicides in Australia by 50 per cent over the next ten years. A Shorten Labor Government will invest $72 million to establish 12 suicide prevention initiatives – six urban, four regional and two remote – for place-based initiatives that are tailored to local community need.
Labor is committed to reducing suicides in Australia by 50 per cent over the next ten years. A Shorten Labor Government will invest $72 million to establish 12 suicide prevention initiatives – six urban, four regional and two remote – for place-based initiatives that are tailored to local community need. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples suffer mental illness at three times the rate of other Australians.
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $72 million to establish 12 suicide prevention initiatives – six urban, four regional and two remote – for place-based initiatives that are tailored to local community need. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples suffer mental illness at three times the rate of other Australians. Labor will also develop an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health Plan to improve mental health and prevent suicides of Indigenous Australians.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples suffer mental illness at three times the rate of other Australians. Labor will also develop an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health Plan to improve mental health and prevent suicides of Indigenous Australians. Labor’s positive policies will help build a strong regional workforce and in turn, set regional communities up to thrive for generations to come.
Labor will also develop an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health Plan to improve mental health and prevent suicides of Indigenous Australians. Labor’s positive policies will help build a strong regional workforce and in turn, set regional communities up to thrive for generations to come. BOOSTING LOCAL JOBS THROUGH  TRADE, EXPORTS  AND INVESTMENT
Labor’s positive policies will help build a strong regional workforce and in turn, set regional communities up to thrive for generations to come. BOOSTING LOCAL JOBS THROUGH  TRADE, EXPORTS  AND INVESTMENT Since the 1980s, billions of people around the world have been lifted out of poverty by economic growth and development.
BOOSTING LOCAL JOBS THROUGH  TRADE, EXPORTS  AND INVESTMENT Since the 1980s, billions of people around the world have been lifted out of poverty by economic growth and development. Within the Asia Pacific region, this trend is transforming poor neighbours into potential customers at a very rapid rate.
Since the 1980s, billions of people around the world have been lifted out of poverty by economic growth and development. Within the Asia Pacific region, this trend is transforming poor neighbours into potential customers at a very rapid rate. An estimated 90 million people will join Indonesia’s middle class by 2030; on current trends 70 per cent of China’s population will also have risen to comfortable prosperity by that time.
Within the Asia Pacific region, this trend is transforming poor neighbours into potential customers at a very rapid rate. An estimated 90 million people will join Indonesia’s middle class by 2030; on current trends 70 per cent of China’s population will also have risen to comfortable prosperity by that time. India’s middle class is projected to grow from less than 50 million people today to over 475 million within the next 15 years.
An estimated 90 million people will join Indonesia’s middle class by 2030; on current trends 70 per cent of China’s population will also have risen to comfortable prosperity by that time. India’s middle class is projected to grow from less than 50 million people today to over 475 million within the next 15 years. By 2030, two in three of the world’s middle class people will live in Asia.
India’s middle class is projected to grow from less than 50 million people today to over 475 million within the next 15 years. By 2030, two in three of the world’s middle class people will live in Asia. These new consumers like to spend and demand for a wide range of goods and services has skyrocketed as a result.
By 2030, two in three of the world’s middle class people will live in Asia. These new consumers like to spend and demand for a wide range of goods and services has skyrocketed as a result. In 2014 private consumption in China, India and Indonesia was already worth a combined US$5.7 trillion – six times the value of Australian domestic consumption.
These new consumers like to spend and demand for a wide range of goods and services has skyrocketed as a result. In 2014 private consumption in China, India and Indonesia was already worth a combined US$5.7 trillion – six times the value of Australian domestic consumption. Our local wineries, food producers and education providers have been early beneficiaries of this spending boom.
In 2014 private consumption in China, India and Indonesia was already worth a combined US$5.7 trillion – six times the value of Australian domestic consumption. Our local wineries, food producers and education providers have been early beneficiaries of this spending boom. But there are opportunities here for a much wider range of Australian businesses to create new jobs and find new markets.
Our local wineries, food producers and education providers have been early beneficiaries of this spending boom. But there are opportunities here for a much wider range of Australian businesses to create new jobs and find new markets. We will need the right policy settings to fully realise the export potential of our services industries, manufacturers, food and fibre production and agriculture.
But there are opportunities here for a much wider range of Australian businesses to create new jobs and find new markets. We will need the right policy settings to fully realise the export potential of our services industries, manufacturers, food and fibre production and agriculture. That is what a Shorten Labor Government will deliver.
We will need the right policy settings to fully realise the export potential of our services industries, manufacturers, food and fibre production and agriculture. That is what a Shorten Labor Government will deliver. MAKING TRADE WORK FOR BUSINESS
That is what a Shorten Labor Government will deliver. MAKING TRADE WORK FOR BUSINESS At present, less than 5 per cent of all Australian businesses are exporting overseas, making our economy far less trade-intensive than many comparable countries.
MAKING TRADE WORK FOR BUSINESS At present, less than 5 per cent of all Australian businesses are exporting overseas, making our economy far less trade-intensive than many comparable countries. Many businesses are not even considering exporting despite the opportunities in our region – PwC’s Passing Us By report shows two-thirds of Australian businesses have no intention of exporting into Asian markets in the near future.
At present, less than 5 per cent of all Australian businesses are exporting overseas, making our economy far less trade-intensive than many comparable countries. Many businesses are not even considering exporting despite the opportunities in our region – PwC’s Passing Us By report shows two-thirds of Australian businesses have no intention of exporting into Asian markets in the near future. Opening up access to new markets through trade agreements is a critical first step in boosting exports.
Many businesses are not even considering exporting despite the opportunities in our region – PwC’s Passing Us By report shows two-thirds of Australian businesses have no intention of exporting into Asian markets in the near future. Opening up access to new markets through trade agreements is a critical first step in boosting exports. That’s why a Shorten Labor Government will continue to seek high quality international trade agreements to improve market access for Australian exporters.
Opening up access to new markets through trade agreements is a critical first step in boosting exports. That’s why a Shorten Labor Government will continue to seek high quality international trade agreements to improve market access for Australian exporters. But governments need to do more than tackle the barriers imposed at the borders.
That’s why a Shorten Labor Government will continue to seek high quality international trade agreements to improve market access for Australian exporters. But governments need to do more than tackle the barriers imposed at the borders. It is also important to tackle the barriers would-be exporters face at home – such as lack of information and market research, shortages of skills and expertise, market failures in access to finance, a lack of contacts in export markets and the impact of freight costs and red tape in moving goods across borders.
But governments need to do more than tackle the barriers imposed at the borders. It is also important to tackle the barriers would-be exporters face at home – such as lack of information and market research, shortages of skills and expertise, market failures in access to finance, a lack of contacts in export markets and the impact of freight costs and red tape in moving goods across borders. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will: Tackle barriers to Australian exports
It is also important to tackle the barriers would-be exporters face at home – such as lack of information and market research, shortages of skills and expertise, market failures in access to finance, a lack of contacts in export markets and the impact of freight costs and red tape in moving goods across borders. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will: Tackle barriers to Australian exports We will adopt a strategic approach to improving market access for exporters by carrying out stock takes of trade barriers faced by Australian exporters, both at home and abroad, and produce a regular Trade Barriers Analysis.
That is why a Shorten Labor Government will: Tackle barriers to Australian exports We will adopt a strategic approach to improving market access for exporters by carrying out stock takes of trade barriers faced by Australian exporters, both at home and abroad, and produce a regular Trade Barriers Analysis. Reduce red tape for exporters
We will adopt a strategic approach to improving market access for exporters by carrying out stock takes of trade barriers faced by Australian exporters, both at home and abroad, and produce a regular Trade Barriers Analysis. Reduce red tape for exporters We will tackle red tape barriers by working to ensure trade agreements contain easily understood and consistent rules of origin for determining whether Australian goods qualify for preferential access to key export markets.
Reduce red tape for exporters We will tackle red tape barriers by working to ensure trade agreements contain easily understood and consistent rules of origin for determining whether Australian goods qualify for preferential access to key export markets. Several surveys and reports show that many Australian businesses are not utilising market access opportunities available to them.
We will tackle red tape barriers by working to ensure trade agreements contain easily understood and consistent rules of origin for determining whether Australian goods qualify for preferential access to key export markets. Several surveys and reports show that many Australian businesses are not utilising market access opportunities available to them. The complexity and costs of complying with rules of origin are one of the discouraging factors.
Several surveys and reports show that many Australian businesses are not utilising market access opportunities available to them. The complexity and costs of complying with rules of origin are one of the discouraging factors. While there are no quick fixes, a Labor Government will work with Australia’s trading partners to streamline and harmonise existing rules of origin across trade agreements.
The complexity and costs of complying with rules of origin are one of the discouraging factors. While there are no quick fixes, a Labor Government will work with Australia’s trading partners to streamline and harmonise existing rules of origin across trade agreements. Facilitate trade in our region
While there are no quick fixes, a Labor Government will work with Australia’s trading partners to streamline and harmonise existing rules of origin across trade agreements. Facilitate trade in our region Labor will work with key Asian trading partners to help them implement trade facilitation reforms which will encourage more two-way trade by reducing costs and improving efficiency.
Facilitate trade in our region Labor will work with key Asian trading partners to help them implement trade facilitation reforms which will encourage more two-way trade by reducing costs and improving efficiency. The World Trade Organisation’s Trade Facilitation Agreement negotiated in 2013 has the potential to significantly reduce trade costs.
Labor will work with key Asian trading partners to help them implement trade facilitation reforms which will encourage more two-way trade by reducing costs and improving efficiency. The World Trade Organisation’s Trade Facilitation Agreement negotiated in 2013 has the potential to significantly reduce trade costs. But many developing countries need technical assistance and capacity building support to implement these reforms.
The World Trade Organisation’s Trade Facilitation Agreement negotiated in 2013 has the potential to significantly reduce trade costs. But many developing countries need technical assistance and capacity building support to implement these reforms. A Shorten Labor Government will better target Australia’s “aid for trade” funding towards helping developing economies to implement these reforms.
But many developing countries need technical assistance and capacity building support to implement these reforms. A Shorten Labor Government will better target Australia’s “aid for trade” funding towards helping developing economies to implement these reforms. IMPROVING MARKETING AND BRANDING
A Shorten Labor Government will better target Australia’s “aid for trade” funding towards helping developing economies to implement these reforms. IMPROVING MARKETING AND BRANDING Australia is known for the quality and safety of our food products.
IMPROVING MARKETING AND BRANDING Australia is known for the quality and safety of our food products. Our freedom from many pests and diseases, the environmental stewardship of our farmers and land managers and our world-class food safety management system all contribute to this strong global reputation.
Australia is known for the quality and safety of our food products. Our freedom from many pests and diseases, the environmental stewardship of our farmers and land managers and our world-class food safety management system all contribute to this strong global reputation. Emphasising the quality of Australian food and finding ways to more clearly identify our clean, green and environmentally friendly credentials will allow exporters to benefit from our valuable national brand.
Our freedom from many pests and diseases, the environmental stewardship of our farmers and land managers and our world-class food safety management system all contribute to this strong global reputation. Emphasising the quality of Australian food and finding ways to more clearly identify our clean, green and environmentally friendly credentials will allow exporters to benefit from our valuable national brand. Labor will work with industry to deliver strong international branding to build upon Australia’s reputation as a leader in the production of premium food and to increase export opportunities.
Emphasising the quality of Australian food and finding ways to more clearly identify our clean, green and environmentally friendly credentials will allow exporters to benefit from our valuable national brand. Labor will work with industry to deliver strong international branding to build upon Australia’s reputation as a leader in the production of premium food and to increase export opportunities. STRIKING THE RIGHT BALANCE ON INVESTMENT
Labor will work with industry to deliver strong international branding to build upon Australia’s reputation as a leader in the production of premium food and to increase export opportunities. STRIKING THE RIGHT BALANCE ON INVESTMENT To take full advantage of the Asian “dining boom” and other global export opportunities, it has been estimated Australia will need $600 billion of capital investment in the years to 2050.
STRIKING THE RIGHT BALANCE ON INVESTMENT To take full advantage of the Asian “dining boom” and other global export opportunities, it has been estimated Australia will need $600 billion of capital investment in the years to 2050. That means our agriculture sector will need to secure investment of $26 billion a year on top of the $16 billion currently invested.
To take full advantage of the Asian “dining boom” and other global export opportunities, it has been estimated Australia will need $600 billion of capital investment in the years to 2050. That means our agriculture sector will need to secure investment of $26 billion a year on top of the $16 billion currently invested. This is a big gap to close, and to achieve it we will need to look to emerging and non-traditional sources of foreign investment, particularly within our region.
That means our agriculture sector will need to secure investment of $26 billion a year on top of the $16 billion currently invested. This is a big gap to close, and to achieve it we will need to look to emerging and non-traditional sources of foreign investment, particularly within our region. The foreign investment screening changes introduced by the Abbott-Turnbull Government run directly counter to the goal of attracting more investment from new sources.
This is a big gap to close, and to achieve it we will need to look to emerging and non-traditional sources of foreign investment, particularly within our region. The foreign investment screening changes introduced by the Abbott-Turnbull Government run directly counter to the goal of attracting more investment from new sources. The Government has imposed new foreign investment screening thresholds of $55 million for investment in agribusiness and $15 million (cumulative) for investment in agricultural land.
The foreign investment screening changes introduced by the Abbott-Turnbull Government run directly counter to the goal of attracting more investment from new sources. The Government has imposed new foreign investment screening thresholds of $55 million for investment in agribusiness and $15 million (cumulative) for investment in agricultural land. These changes have been the subject of widespread criticism from business, including the Business Council of Australia and the Australian Food and Grocery Council.
The Government has imposed new foreign investment screening thresholds of $55 million for investment in agribusiness and $15 million (cumulative) for investment in agricultural land. These changes have been the subject of widespread criticism from business, including the Business Council of Australia and the Australian Food and Grocery Council. These business groups have rightly pointed out that this is no way to encourage investment.
These changes have been the subject of widespread criticism from business, including the Business Council of Australia and the Australian Food and Grocery Council. These business groups have rightly pointed out that this is no way to encourage investment. In addition to driving away investment when we need it, these changes will undermine, rather than build, the public support that is essential to making foreign investment work.
These business groups have rightly pointed out that this is no way to encourage investment. In addition to driving away investment when we need it, these changes will undermine, rather than build, the public support that is essential to making foreign investment work. That is why Labor will restore consistency in screening thresholds by bringing all agricultural land application thresholds into line with those in our trade agreements with Thailand and Singapore.
In addition to driving away investment when we need it, these changes will undermine, rather than build, the public support that is essential to making foreign investment work. That is why Labor will restore consistency in screening thresholds by bringing all agricultural land application thresholds into line with those in our trade agreements with Thailand and Singapore. This $50 million threshold strikes the right balance between maintaining the strength of the screening system and keeping red tape in check.
That is why Labor will restore consistency in screening thresholds by bringing all agricultural land application thresholds into line with those in our trade agreements with Thailand and Singapore. This $50 million threshold strikes the right balance between maintaining the strength of the screening system and keeping red tape in check. We will also review the current regime’s discriminatory treatment of investments in non-sensitive sectors by investors from Singapore, Thailand and non-FTA trading partners and the treatment of agricultural land.
This $50 million threshold strikes the right balance between maintaining the strength of the screening system and keeping red tape in check. We will also review the current regime’s discriminatory treatment of investments in non-sensitive sectors by investors from Singapore, Thailand and non-FTA trading partners and the treatment of agricultural land. Furthermore, a Shorten Labor Government will make the foreign land investment register public so that every Australian can see who is buying agricultural land, and where.
We will also review the current regime’s discriminatory treatment of investments in non-sensitive sectors by investors from Singapore, Thailand and non-FTA trading partners and the treatment of agricultural land. Furthermore, a Shorten Labor Government will make the foreign land investment register public so that every Australian can see who is buying agricultural land, and where. Labor started work on this register when last in office, but this has not been delivered because the Abbott-Turnbull Government broke an election promise to match this by creating a transparent register of its own.
Furthermore, a Shorten Labor Government will make the foreign land investment register public so that every Australian can see who is buying agricultural land, and where. Labor started work on this register when last in office, but this has not been delivered because the Abbott-Turnbull Government broke an election promise to match this by creating a transparent register of its own. Trade, exports and foreign investment represent huge opportunities to grow jobs and make Australia’s regions more prosperous.
Labor started work on this register when last in office, but this has not been delivered because the Abbott-Turnbull Government broke an election promise to match this by creating a transparent register of its own. Trade, exports and foreign investment represent huge opportunities to grow jobs and make Australia’s regions more prosperous. Labor will put the right rules and structures in place to ensure regional Australians benefit, while protecting our environment and resources in the process.
Trade, exports and foreign investment represent huge opportunities to grow jobs and make Australia’s regions more prosperous. Labor will put the right rules and structures in place to ensure regional Australians benefit, while protecting our environment and resources in the process. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT & INNOVATION FOR BET TER PRODUCTIVITY
Labor will put the right rules and structures in place to ensure regional Australians benefit, while protecting our environment and resources in the process. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT & INNOVATION FOR BET TER PRODUCTIVITY Australia’s agriculture sector has a world-class research and development system.
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT & INNOVATION FOR BET TER PRODUCTIVITY Australia’s agriculture sector has a world-class research and development system. The current co-funding architecture is a proud Labor legacy.
Australia’s agriculture sector has a world-class research and development system. The current co-funding architecture is a proud Labor legacy. Research, development, extension, adoption and innovation will be critical to our success in lifting productivity, farming smarter and more sustainably, and securing greater value and return for our limited natural resources.
The current co-funding architecture is a proud Labor legacy. Research, development, extension, adoption and innovation will be critical to our success in lifting productivity, farming smarter and more sustainably, and securing greater value and return for our limited natural resources. Further, our growers and producers contribute to our national research and development effort through compulsory levies, so they deserve to know they are receiving value for money.
Research, development, extension, adoption and innovation will be critical to our success in lifting productivity, farming smarter and more sustainably, and securing greater value and return for our limited natural resources. Further, our growers and producers contribute to our national research and development effort through compulsory levies, so they deserve to know they are receiving value for money. A Labor Government will review the work and funding arrangements of our agriculture based research and development institutions to ensure they are operating efficiently, focusing on productivity and delivering value for money.
Further, our growers and producers contribute to our national research and development effort through compulsory levies, so they deserve to know they are receiving value for money. A Labor Government will review the work and funding arrangements of our agriculture based research and development institutions to ensure they are operating efficiently, focusing on productivity and delivering value for money. Our performance in research and development has been strong but less impressive in extension and innovation.
A Labor Government will review the work and funding arrangements of our agriculture based research and development institutions to ensure they are operating efficiently, focusing on productivity and delivering value for money. Our performance in research and development has been strong but less impressive in extension and innovation. In particular, there is scope for a greater allocation of resources to cross-sectoral work where more than one commodity group is the beneficiary.
Our performance in research and development has been strong but less impressive in extension and innovation. In particular, there is scope for a greater allocation of resources to cross-sectoral work where more than one commodity group is the beneficiary. Nowhere is this more evident than in the area of biosecurity.
In particular, there is scope for a greater allocation of resources to cross-sectoral work where more than one commodity group is the beneficiary. Nowhere is this more evident than in the area of biosecurity. We can’t lift productivity across the agricultural sector if we are not seriously tackling some of the things that hold it back: weeds; invasive species; pest animals and disease.
Nowhere is this more evident than in the area of biosecurity. We can’t lift productivity across the agricultural sector if we are not seriously tackling some of the things that hold it back: weeds; invasive species; pest animals and disease. AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE FOR BIOSECURITY
We can’t lift productivity across the agricultural sector if we are not seriously tackling some of the things that hold it back: weeds; invasive species; pest animals and disease. AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE FOR BIOSECURITY Labor will establish an Australian Institute for Biosecurity to manage the challenges of pest animals, weeds and plant disease incursions on the land and in our waterways and oceans.
AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE FOR BIOSECURITY Labor will establish an Australian Institute for Biosecurity to manage the challenges of pest animals, weeds and plant disease incursions on the land and in our waterways and oceans. This initiative will allow the Government, as a major investor in RD&E, to identify and address research gaps relating to long-term sustainability and cross-sectoral issues.
Labor will establish an Australian Institute for Biosecurity to manage the challenges of pest animals, weeds and plant disease incursions on the land and in our waterways and oceans. This initiative will allow the Government, as a major investor in RD&E, to identify and address research gaps relating to long-term sustainability and cross-sectoral issues. The Institute’s primary role will be to maintain and build on the existing network of research and industry partners across plant, animal, aquaculture and marine biosecurity.
This initiative will allow the Government, as a major investor in RD&E, to identify and address research gaps relating to long-term sustainability and cross-sectoral issues. The Institute’s primary role will be to maintain and build on the existing network of research and industry partners across plant, animal, aquaculture and marine biosecurity. It will support sustainable RD&E projects and identify pathways to enduring long-term strategic management beyond the current 5 to 10-year approach.
The Institute’s primary role will be to maintain and build on the existing network of research and industry partners across plant, animal, aquaculture and marine biosecurity. It will support sustainable RD&E projects and identify pathways to enduring long-term strategic management beyond the current 5 to 10-year approach. The Institute will also deal with the challenges of environmental biosecurity while protecting the livelihood of our farmers and graziers, and those who make their living from the aquaculture and marine industries.
It will support sustainable RD&E projects and identify pathways to enduring long-term strategic management beyond the current 5 to 10-year approach. The Institute will also deal with the challenges of environmental biosecurity while protecting the livelihood of our farmers and graziers, and those who make their living from the aquaculture and marine industries. The Institute for Biosecurity will develop a strategic work plan to ensure the long-term health of Australia’s agricultural sector, animal industries and natural environment.
The Institute will also deal with the challenges of environmental biosecurity while protecting the livelihood of our farmers and graziers, and those who make their living from the aquaculture and marine industries. The Institute for Biosecurity will develop a strategic work plan to ensure the long-term health of Australia’s agricultural sector, animal industries and natural environment. MANAGING YELLOW CRAZY ANTS
The Institute for Biosecurity will develop a strategic work plan to ensure the long-term health of Australia’s agricultural sector, animal industries and natural environment. MANAGING YELLOW CRAZY ANTS Yellow Crazy Ants pose a significant risk to agricultural industries such as the sugar cane industry, and industries such as tourism in Queensland’s Wet Tropics.
MANAGING YELLOW CRAZY ANTS Yellow Crazy Ants pose a significant risk to agricultural industries such as the sugar cane industry, and industries such as tourism in Queensland’s Wet Tropics. They are a serious environmental and agricultural pest, recognised among the world’s 100 most invasive species.
Yellow Crazy Ants pose a significant risk to agricultural industries such as the sugar cane industry, and industries such as tourism in Queensland’s Wet Tropics. They are a serious environmental and agricultural pest, recognised among the world’s 100 most invasive species. A Shorten Labor Government will inject $7.5 million to contain and reduce the Yellow Crazy Ant population in the Wet Tropics of Queensland.
They are a serious environmental and agricultural pest, recognised among the world’s 100 most invasive species. A Shorten Labor Government will inject $7.5 million to contain and reduce the Yellow Crazy Ant population in the Wet Tropics of Queensland. In 2013, Labor provided $2 million over five years to the Wet Tropics Management Authority through the Caring for Our Country Program to eradicate a large infestation of Yellow Crazy Ants of up to 400ha.
A Shorten Labor Government will inject $7.5 million to contain and reduce the Yellow Crazy Ant population in the Wet Tropics of Queensland. In 2013, Labor provided $2 million over five years to the Wet Tropics Management Authority through the Caring for Our Country Program to eradicate a large infestation of Yellow Crazy Ants of up to 400ha. This treatment has successfully reduced ant numbers and has minimised further spread, but more needs to be done.
In 2013, Labor provided $2 million over five years to the Wet Tropics Management Authority through the Caring for Our Country Program to eradicate a large infestation of Yellow Crazy Ants of up to 400ha. This treatment has successfully reduced ant numbers and has minimised further spread, but more needs to be done. Labor’s additional $7.5 million commitment will help control the spread of these pests to protect the industries currently threatened by them.
This treatment has successfully reduced ant numbers and has minimised further spread, but more needs to be done. Labor’s additional $7.5 million commitment will help control the spread of these pests to protect the industries currently threatened by them. AUSTRALIAN TROPICAL MARINE AND AQUACULTURE CENTRE
Labor’s additional $7.5 million commitment will help control the spread of these pests to protect the industries currently threatened by them. AUSTRALIAN TROPICAL MARINE AND AQUACULTURE CENTRE Labor will also boost local jobs and science in our regional cities by contributing to the establishment of a new industry-facing aquaculture research facility in central Townsville.
AUSTRALIAN TROPICAL MARINE AND AQUACULTURE CENTRE Labor will also boost local jobs and science in our regional cities by contributing to the establishment of a new industry-facing aquaculture research facility in central Townsville. We will contribute $31.7 million to drive deeper collaboration between the Australian Institute of Marine Science and James Cook University, with these funds to go towards the establishment of JCU’s $100 million Australian Tropical Marine and Aquaculture Centre.
Labor will also boost local jobs and science in our regional cities by contributing to the establishment of a new industry-facing aquaculture research facility in central Townsville. We will contribute $31.7 million to drive deeper collaboration between the Australian Institute of Marine Science and James Cook University, with these funds to go towards the establishment of JCU’s $100 million Australian Tropical Marine and Aquaculture Centre. Labor will make this investment in the centre to support its development as a new industry-oriented research and commercialisation facility.
We will contribute $31.7 million to drive deeper collaboration between the Australian Institute of Marine Science and James Cook University, with these funds to go towards the establishment of JCU’s $100 million Australian Tropical Marine and Aquaculture Centre. Labor will make this investment in the centre to support its development as a new industry-oriented research and commercialisation facility. It will leverage Townsville’s significant scientific expertise in marine science and aquaculture, helping to grow the industry and deliver new discoveries in sustainable food production and marine resource management.
Labor will make this investment in the centre to support its development as a new industry-oriented research and commercialisation facility. It will leverage Townsville’s significant scientific expertise in marine science and aquaculture, helping to grow the industry and deliver new discoveries in sustainable food production and marine resource management. The aquaculture industry represents a transformative opportunity for Townsville with great economic potential.
It will leverage Townsville’s significant scientific expertise in marine science and aquaculture, helping to grow the industry and deliver new discoveries in sustainable food production and marine resource management. The aquaculture industry represents a transformative opportunity for Townsville with great economic potential. Growing this industry will not only create jobs, but also support the  Asia Pacific region and the potential flow-on effects to educational and science tourism.
The aquaculture industry represents a transformative opportunity for Townsville with great economic potential. Growing this industry will not only create jobs, but also support the  Asia Pacific region and the potential flow-on effects to educational and science tourism. AUSTRALIAN PESTICIDES AND VETERINARY MEDICINES AUTHORITY
Growing this industry will not only create jobs, but also support the  Asia Pacific region and the potential flow-on effects to educational and science tourism. AUSTRALIAN PESTICIDES AND VETERINARY MEDICINES AUTHORITY The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority plays a crucial role in registering and regulating the products farmers rely on to improve productivity and keep their herds healthy.
AUSTRALIAN PESTICIDES AND VETERINARY MEDICINES AUTHORITY The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority plays a crucial role in registering and regulating the products farmers rely on to improve productivity and keep their herds healthy. Barnaby Joyce plans to disrupt the authority’s work by relocating it from its traditional home in Canberra to Armidale, in his own electorate.
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority plays a crucial role in registering and regulating the products farmers rely on to improve productivity and keep their herds healthy. Barnaby Joyce plans to disrupt the authority’s work by relocating it from its traditional home in Canberra to Armidale, in his own electorate. Not only is this an incredible waste of taxpayer money, but it will significantly diminish the authority’s operational capacity.
Barnaby Joyce plans to disrupt the authority’s work by relocating it from its traditional home in Canberra to Armidale, in his own electorate. Not only is this an incredible waste of taxpayer money, but it will significantly diminish the authority’s operational capacity. Its 200-strong workforce is made up of highly qualified professionals and scientists, who live in Canberra, work in Canberra and send their children to Canberra schools.
Not only is this an incredible waste of taxpayer money, but it will significantly diminish the authority’s operational capacity. Its 200-strong workforce is made up of highly qualified professionals and scientists, who live in Canberra, work in Canberra and send their children to Canberra schools. It is well known that the authority will lose the majority of its professional staff if this forced relocation takes place.
Its 200-strong workforce is made up of highly qualified professionals and scientists, who live in Canberra, work in Canberra and send their children to Canberra schools. It is well known that the authority will lose the majority of its professional staff if this forced relocation takes place. This will be a disaster for our farmers who will lose access to critically important crop protection chemicals and animal medicines.
It is well known that the authority will lose the majority of its professional staff if this forced relocation takes place. This will be a disaster for our farmers who will lose access to critically important crop protection chemicals and animal medicines. That is why the National Farmers Federation, Animal Medicines Australia, CropLife Australia and the Veterinary Manufacturers and Distributors Association have all opposed the authority’s move.
This will be a disaster for our farmers who will lose access to critically important crop protection chemicals and animal medicines. That is why the National Farmers Federation, Animal Medicines Australia, CropLife Australia and the Veterinary Manufacturers and Distributors Association have all opposed the authority’s move. Labor will not proceed with Barnaby Joyce’s half-baked plan to move the authority for no good reason.
That is why the National Farmers Federation, Animal Medicines Australia, CropLife Australia and the Veterinary Manufacturers and Distributors Association have all opposed the authority’s move. Labor will not proceed with Barnaby Joyce’s half-baked plan to move the authority for no good reason. We will ensure it continues its good work in Canberra with the highly skilled workforce needed to support proper farm science.
Labor will not proceed with Barnaby Joyce’s half-baked plan to move the authority for no good reason. We will ensure it continues its good work in Canberra with the highly skilled workforce needed to support proper farm science. FOOD AND FIBRE INNOVATION
We will ensure it continues its good work in Canberra with the highly skilled workforce needed to support proper farm science. FOOD AND FIBRE INNOVATION Australia’s food and fibre producers are key drivers of wealth in Australia’s regions.
FOOD AND FIBRE INNOVATION Australia’s food and fibre producers are key drivers of wealth in Australia’s regions. But these sectors are now at a crossroads.
Australia’s food and fibre producers are key drivers of wealth in Australia’s regions. But these sectors are now at a crossroads. For much of Australia’s history they have been best known as producers of largely homogenous but good quality commodities.
But these sectors are now at a crossroads. For much of Australia’s history they have been best known as producers of largely homogenous but good quality commodities. This has left them exposed as price-takers in increasingly competitive global commodity markets.
For much of Australia’s history they have been best known as producers of largely homogenous but good quality commodities. This has left them exposed as price-takers in increasingly competitive global commodity markets. Productivity is also in decline as changing weather patterns threaten the viability of previously productive land; our farm workforce ages; and road, rail and port infrastructure fails to keep pace with growing demand.
This has left them exposed as price-takers in increasingly competitive global commodity markets. Productivity is also in decline as changing weather patterns threaten the viability of previously productive land; our farm workforce ages; and road, rail and port infrastructure fails to keep pace with growing demand. One of Australia’s key competitive advantages is our reputation as a supplier of clean, green, high quality and safe food.
Productivity is also in decline as changing weather patterns threaten the viability of previously productive land; our farm workforce ages; and road, rail and port infrastructure fails to keep pace with growing demand. One of Australia’s key competitive advantages is our reputation as a supplier of clean, green, high quality and safe food. So the most successful strategy for Australia’s food production sector will be the pursuit of new markets for high quality, high value and niche products through innovation.
One of Australia’s key competitive advantages is our reputation as a supplier of clean, green, high quality and safe food. So the most successful strategy for Australia’s food production sector will be the pursuit of new markets for high quality, high value and niche products through innovation. Some of our producers have already started down this path: developing wheat that is specifically suited to Japan’s udon noodle market; new fruit varieties for Asian tastes; value-added dairy products and marbled wagyu in which the fat is relatively healthy.
So the most successful strategy for Australia’s food production sector will be the pursuit of new markets for high quality, high value and niche products through innovation. Some of our producers have already started down this path: developing wheat that is specifically suited to Japan’s udon noodle market; new fruit varieties for Asian tastes; value-added dairy products and marbled wagyu in which the fat is relatively healthy. There is an opportunity for our fibre producers to do likewise by developing innovative, high quality materials for specialist applications like defence and industry.
Some of our producers have already started down this path: developing wheat that is specifically suited to Japan’s udon noodle market; new fruit varieties for Asian tastes; value-added dairy products and marbled wagyu in which the fat is relatively healthy. There is an opportunity for our fibre producers to do likewise by developing innovative, high quality materials for specialist applications like defence and industry. That is why Labor will support more producers and manufacturers to deliver product innovation through our Food, Fibre and Advanced Materials Modernisation Grants program.
There is an opportunity for our fibre producers to do likewise by developing innovative, high quality materials for specialist applications like defence and industry. That is why Labor will support more producers and manufacturers to deliver product innovation through our Food, Fibre and Advanced Materials Modernisation Grants program. This competitive merit-based grants program will match investments by producers and manufacturers in projects to improve the efficiency of their operations and increase investment in innovation and new technologies, including energy efficient capital equipment and low emissions technologies.
That is why Labor will support more producers and manufacturers to deliver product innovation through our Food, Fibre and Advanced Materials Modernisation Grants program. This competitive merit-based grants program will match investments by producers and manufacturers in projects to improve the efficiency of their operations and increase investment in innovation and new technologies, including energy efficient capital equipment and low emissions technologies. These grants are a direct response to industry concerns about the difficulty in accessing finance to invest in capital improvements to production and manufacturing facilities that lower costs and improve the competitiveness of Australian industries.
This competitive merit-based grants program will match investments by producers and manufacturers in projects to improve the efficiency of their operations and increase investment in innovation and new technologies, including energy efficient capital equipment and low emissions technologies. These grants are a direct response to industry concerns about the difficulty in accessing finance to invest in capital improvements to production and manufacturing facilities that lower costs and improve the competitiveness of Australian industries. Total funding of $54.2 million over four years will be available to deliver the grants.
These grants are a direct response to industry concerns about the difficulty in accessing finance to invest in capital improvements to production and manufacturing facilities that lower costs and improve the competitiveness of Australian industries. Total funding of $54.2 million over four years will be available to deliver the grants. The program will offer a range of flexible grants of up to $5 million on a matched funding basis.
Total funding of $54.2 million over four years will be available to deliver the grants. The program will offer a range of flexible grants of up to $5 million on a matched funding basis. Along with this targeted measure, Labor will continue to build industry and research linkages and ensure Australia’s world-class scientific research infrastructure is deployed to best effect to grow local jobs and investment in these critical industries, utilising the formidable strengths of the CSIRO, our universities and the Cooperative Research Centres program.
The program will offer a range of flexible grants of up to $5 million on a matched funding basis. Along with this targeted measure, Labor will continue to build industry and research linkages and ensure Australia’s world-class scientific research infrastructure is deployed to best effect to grow local jobs and investment in these critical industries, utilising the formidable strengths of the CSIRO, our universities and the Cooperative Research Centres program. Key to protecting Australia’s reputation as a provider of clean, green and safe food is the adequate funding and management of the departments and agencies charged with maintaining the integrity and success of our biosecurity system.
Along with this targeted measure, Labor will continue to build industry and research linkages and ensure Australia’s world-class scientific research infrastructure is deployed to best effect to grow local jobs and investment in these critical industries, utilising the formidable strengths of the CSIRO, our universities and the Cooperative Research Centres program. Key to protecting Australia’s reputation as a provider of clean, green and safe food is the adequate funding and management of the departments and agencies charged with maintaining the integrity and success of our biosecurity system. When last in government, Labor initiated the Beale Review of Australia’s quarantine and biosecurity arrangements.
Key to protecting Australia’s reputation as a provider of clean, green and safe food is the adequate funding and management of the departments and agencies charged with maintaining the integrity and success of our biosecurity system. When last in government, Labor initiated the Beale Review of Australia’s quarantine and biosecurity arrangements. The review led to the modernising of the Quarantine Act in line with its recommendations.
When last in government, Labor initiated the Beale Review of Australia’s quarantine and biosecurity arrangements. The review led to the modernising of the Quarantine Act in line with its recommendations. But we are concerned that recent budget cuts are undermining the capacity to keep our biosecurity arrangements strong.
The review led to the modernising of the Quarantine Act in line with its recommendations. But we are concerned that recent budget cuts are undermining the capacity to keep our biosecurity arrangements strong. A Shorten Labor Government will closely examine the work and capacity of the Department of Agriculture and associated agencies to ensure they are capable of protecting Australia’s valuable biosecurity and clean, green reputation.
But we are concerned that recent budget cuts are undermining the capacity to keep our biosecurity arrangements strong. A Shorten Labor Government will closely examine the work and capacity of the Department of Agriculture and associated agencies to ensure they are capable of protecting Australia’s valuable biosecurity and clean, green reputation. Also crucial to the protection of our reputation is the capacity to quickly respond to events which threaten our reputation and brand.
A Shorten Labor Government will closely examine the work and capacity of the Department of Agriculture and associated agencies to ensure they are capable of protecting Australia’s valuable biosecurity and clean, green reputation. Also crucial to the protection of our reputation is the capacity to quickly respond to events which threaten our reputation and brand. This is why Australia needs a modern and comprehensive traceability system which allows the seller to trace products back to their source and along every point on the value chain.
Also crucial to the protection of our reputation is the capacity to quickly respond to events which threaten our reputation and brand. This is why Australia needs a modern and comprehensive traceability system which allows the seller to trace products back to their source and along every point on the value chain. Technology is making the prospects of a comprehensive electronic satellite-based system more feasible and a Shorten Labor Government will work with the private sector to build a stronger traceability capacity.
This is why Australia needs a modern and comprehensive traceability system which allows the seller to trace products back to their source and along every point on the value chain. Technology is making the prospects of a comprehensive electronic satellite-based system more feasible and a Shorten Labor Government will work with the private sector to build a stronger traceability capacity. REGIONAL INNOVATION HUBS
Technology is making the prospects of a comprehensive electronic satellite-based system more feasible and a Shorten Labor Government will work with the private sector to build a stronger traceability capacity. REGIONAL INNOVATION HUBS Australia’s agricultural sector will reap serious benefits from integrating science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM)-led innovations into on-farm production.
REGIONAL INNOVATION HUBS Australia’s agricultural sector will reap serious benefits from integrating science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM)-led innovations into on-farm production. From farmers increasing their output through real-time monitoring of water and fertilizer use to fibre producers developing new specialty products, innovation will improve output and create more jobs in agribusiness just as much as in every other sector of the economy.
Australia’s agricultural sector will reap serious benefits from integrating science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM)-led innovations into on-farm production. From farmers increasing their output through real-time monitoring of water and fertilizer use to fibre producers developing new specialty products, innovation will improve output and create more jobs in agribusiness just as much as in every other sector of the economy. That is why Labor will establish up to 20 new Regional Innovation Hubs across Australia.
From farmers increasing their output through real-time monitoring of water and fertilizer use to fibre producers developing new specialty products, innovation will improve output and create more jobs in agribusiness just as much as in every other sector of the economy. That is why Labor will establish up to 20 new Regional Innovation Hubs across Australia. The locations will be chosen based on applications from consortia that must include: a regional university or TAFE; one or more local governments; and a local business organisation – such as a Chamber of Commerce – or a group of local businesses.
That is why Labor will establish up to 20 new Regional Innovation Hubs across Australia. The locations will be chosen based on applications from consortia that must include: a regional university or TAFE; one or more local governments; and a local business organisation – such as a Chamber of Commerce – or a group of local businesses. Each hub will receive funding of up to $500,000 per year for three years, which must be matched at least dollar-for-dollar with funding from the consortium or other sources.
The locations will be chosen based on applications from consortia that must include: a regional university or TAFE; one or more local governments; and a local business organisation – such as a Chamber of Commerce – or a group of local businesses. Each hub will receive funding of up to $500,000 per year for three years, which must be matched at least dollar-for-dollar with funding from the consortium or other sources. This will be used to provide seed funding to projects and companies that are commercialising research or developing new products that respond to opportunities in Australia’s agricultural sector.
Each hub will receive funding of up to $500,000 per year for three years, which must be matched at least dollar-for-dollar with funding from the consortium or other sources. This will be used to provide seed funding to projects and companies that are commercialising research or developing new products that respond to opportunities in Australia’s agricultural sector. Innovation in food and fibre production and right across the agricultural sector will see Australia build on our strengths for improved productivity and profitability.
This will be used to provide seed funding to projects and companies that are commercialising research or developing new products that respond to opportunities in Australia’s agricultural sector. Innovation in food and fibre production and right across the agricultural sector will see Australia build on our strengths for improved productivity and profitability. Labor’s new investments in research and regional producers will support this important work so that regional communities can reap the benefits.
Innovation in food and fibre production and right across the agricultural sector will see Australia build on our strengths for improved productivity and profitability. Labor’s new investments in research and regional producers will support this important work so that regional communities can reap the benefits. IMPROVING CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Labor’s new investments in research and regional producers will support this important work so that regional communities can reap the benefits. IMPROVING CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE The productive capacity of Australian agriculture will be driven by both human and physical capital.
IMPROVING CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE The productive capacity of Australian agriculture will be driven by both human and physical capital. That is why infrastructure is critical to our future prosperity.
The productive capacity of Australian agriculture will be driven by both human and physical capital. That is why infrastructure is critical to our future prosperity. Boosting investment in infrastructure expands our economic opportunities.
That is why infrastructure is critical to our future prosperity. Boosting investment in infrastructure expands our economic opportunities. In the same way a company invests in its capital stock to underpin future growth, Australia needs to invest in the stock of physical capital to underpin future prosperity, boost productivity and improve our competitiveness.
Boosting investment in infrastructure expands our economic opportunities. In the same way a company invests in its capital stock to underpin future growth, Australia needs to invest in the stock of physical capital to underpin future prosperity, boost productivity and improve our competitiveness. A Shorten Labor Government will ensure we do.
In the same way a company invests in its capital stock to underpin future growth, Australia needs to invest in the stock of physical capital to underpin future prosperity, boost productivity and improve our competitiveness. A Shorten Labor Government will ensure we do. BETTER ROAD AND RAIL
A Shorten Labor Government will ensure we do. BETTER ROAD AND RAIL Labor has a strong record of ensuring that our agricultural industry is well served by efficient road and rail that facilitates the swift passage of goods to local and export markets.
BETTER ROAD AND RAIL Labor has a strong record of ensuring that our agricultural industry is well served by efficient road and rail that facilitates the swift passage of goods to local and export markets. In government, we produced the nation’s first National Land Freight Strategy and National Ports Strategy, setting up the apparatus for better planning and co-ordination of delivery of infrastructure to ensure individual projects are properly integrated into a national network.
Labor has a strong record of ensuring that our agricultural industry is well served by efficient road and rail that facilitates the swift passage of goods to local and export markets. In government, we produced the nation’s first National Land Freight Strategy and National Ports Strategy, setting up the apparatus for better planning and co-ordination of delivery of infrastructure to ensure individual projects are properly integrated into a national network. Between 2007 and 2013 the former Labor Government doubled federal road funding and built critical regional roads including major upgrades of the Hume, Pacific, Bruce and Great Western Highways.
In government, we produced the nation’s first National Land Freight Strategy and National Ports Strategy, setting up the apparatus for better planning and co-ordination of delivery of infrastructure to ensure individual projects are properly integrated into a national network. Between 2007 and 2013 the former Labor Government doubled federal road funding and built critical regional roads including major upgrades of the Hume, Pacific, Bruce and Great Western Highways. On rail, we invested $3 billion upgrading 4000 kilometres of the National Freight Network through the Australian Rail Track Corporation.
Between 2007 and 2013 the former Labor Government doubled federal road funding and built critical regional roads including major upgrades of the Hume, Pacific, Bruce and Great Western Highways. On rail, we invested $3 billion upgrading 4000 kilometres of the National Freight Network through the Australian Rail Track Corporation. This cut the average freight trip from Brisbane to Melbourne by seven hours and shrunk the journey from the nation’s east to west coasts by nine hours.
On rail, we invested $3 billion upgrading 4000 kilometres of the National Freight Network through the Australian Rail Track Corporation. This cut the average freight trip from Brisbane to Melbourne by seven hours and shrunk the journey from the nation’s east to west coasts by nine hours. Importantly, Labor also committed $900 million to the proposed Inland Rail link between Brisbane and Melbourne, including $600 million worth of investment upgrading parts of the existing network that will form part of the project and $300 million to continue work.
This cut the average freight trip from Brisbane to Melbourne by seven hours and shrunk the journey from the nation’s east to west coasts by nine hours. Importantly, Labor also committed $900 million to the proposed Inland Rail link between Brisbane and Melbourne, including $600 million worth of investment upgrading parts of the existing network that will form part of the project and $300 million to continue work. A Shorten Labor Government will continue to invest in critical economic infrastructure across our regions, including the following projects: Victorian Regional Transport package – VIC – $350 million.
Importantly, Labor also committed $900 million to the proposed Inland Rail link between Brisbane and Melbourne, including $600 million worth of investment upgrading parts of the existing network that will form part of the project and $300 million to continue work. A Shorten Labor Government will continue to invest in critical economic infrastructure across our regions, including the following projects: Victorian Regional Transport package – VIC – $350 million. Midland Highway – TAS – $100 million.
A Shorten Labor Government will continue to invest in critical economic infrastructure across our regions, including the following projects: Victorian Regional Transport package – VIC – $350 million. Midland Highway – TAS – $100 million. Gladstone Port Access Road – QLD – $80 million.
Midland Highway – TAS – $100 million. Gladstone Port Access Road – QLD – $80 million. Capricorn Highway – QLD – $75 million.
Gladstone Port Access Road – QLD – $80 million. Capricorn Highway – QLD – $75 million. Northern Territory Infrastructure Package – NT – $58 million.
Capricorn Highway – QLD – $75 million. Northern Territory Infrastructure Package – NT – $58 million. Rockhampton-Yeppoon Road – QLD – $30 million.
Northern Territory Infrastructure Package – NT – $58 million. Rockhampton-Yeppoon Road – QLD – $30 million. A FIRST-CLASS NATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK
Rockhampton-Yeppoon Road – QLD – $30 million. A FIRST-CLASS NATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK Labor’s National Broadband Network was designed to bridge the great divide between our cities and regions.
A FIRST-CLASS NATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK Labor’s National Broadband Network was designed to bridge the great divide between our cities and regions. Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate NBN is short-changing regional Australians, including those on the land.
Labor’s National Broadband Network was designed to bridge the great divide between our cities and regions. Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate NBN is short-changing regional Australians, including those on the land. Labor will pick up the pieces and work towards providing the broadband services regional Australia deserves because we understand the most important piece of infrastructure for our 21st century economy is a first-rate, fibre NBN.
Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate NBN is short-changing regional Australians, including those on the land. Labor will pick up the pieces and work towards providing the broadband services regional Australia deserves because we understand the most important piece of infrastructure for our 21st century economy is a first-rate, fibre NBN. The original Labor NBN would have delivered optic fibre to 93 per cent of homes and businesses, including 70 per cent of regional cities and towns.
Labor will pick up the pieces and work towards providing the broadband services regional Australia deserves because we understand the most important piece of infrastructure for our 21st century economy is a first-rate, fibre NBN. The original Labor NBN would have delivered optic fibre to 93 per cent of homes and businesses, including 70 per cent of regional cities and towns. The original NBN also delivered universal wholesale pricing, meaning that people in the bush paid the same wholesale price for broadband as people in our big cities.
The original Labor NBN would have delivered optic fibre to 93 per cent of homes and businesses, including 70 per cent of regional cities and towns. The original NBN also delivered universal wholesale pricing, meaning that people in the bush paid the same wholesale price for broadband as people in our big cities. In 2013, Malcolm Turnbull scrapped Labor’s world class fibre-to-the-premises NBN.
The original NBN also delivered universal wholesale pricing, meaning that people in the bush paid the same wholesale price for broadband as people in our big cities. In 2013, Malcolm Turnbull scrapped Labor’s world class fibre-to-the-premises NBN. Instead the Liberals are building a slower, second-rate copper NBN that will leave Australia behind and hamstring regional businesses into the future.
In 2013, Malcolm Turnbull scrapped Labor’s world class fibre-to-the-premises NBN. Instead the Liberals are building a slower, second-rate copper NBN that will leave Australia behind and hamstring regional businesses into the future. Malcolm Turnbull also moved to axe universal wholesale pricing, meaning people in the bush will pay more for broadband than people in our cities.
Instead the Liberals are building a slower, second-rate copper NBN that will leave Australia behind and hamstring regional businesses into the future. Malcolm Turnbull also moved to axe universal wholesale pricing, meaning people in the bush will pay more for broadband than people in our cities. Under the Liberals, homes and businesses on the NBN satellites have to pay much more than people in our cities just to get the average household download allowance.
Malcolm Turnbull also moved to axe universal wholesale pricing, meaning people in the bush will pay more for broadband than people in our cities. Under the Liberals, homes and businesses on the NBN satellites have to pay much more than people in our cities just to get the average household download allowance. A Shorten Labor Government will phase out Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper NBN and scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises.
Under the Liberals, homes and businesses on the NBN satellites have to pay much more than people in our cities just to get the average household download allowance. A Shorten Labor Government will phase out Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper NBN and scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises. This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country.
A Shorten Labor Government will phase out Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper NBN and scale up the rollout of fibre-to-the-premises. This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country. Regional Australia will benefit most from Labor’s NBN policy. Gladstone, Emerald, North Mackay, Geelong, Seymour, Bega, Cooma, Batemans Bay, St Georges Basin, Ballina, Lismore, Grafton, Queenstown—these are just a few of the cities and towns that under Labor will get a first-rate, fibre optic NBN instead of Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper NBN. Labor will also review wholesale pricing on the satellite to make it fair again.
This will deliver fibre-to-the-premises to up to two million homes and businesses across the country. Regional Australia will benefit most from Labor’s NBN policy. Gladstone, Emerald, North Mackay, Geelong, Seymour, Bega, Cooma, Batemans Bay, St Georges Basin, Ballina, Lismore, Grafton, Queenstown—these are just a few of the cities and towns that under Labor will get a first-rate, fibre optic NBN instead of Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper NBN. Labor will also review wholesale pricing on the satellite to make it fair again. Communities in the bush will always be better served by Labor when it comes to the NBN.
Regional Australia will benefit most from Labor’s NBN policy. Gladstone, Emerald, North Mackay, Geelong, Seymour, Bega, Cooma, Batemans Bay, St Georges Basin, Ballina, Lismore, Grafton, Queenstown—these are just a few of the cities and towns that under Labor will get a first-rate, fibre optic NBN instead of Malcolm Turnbull’s second-rate copper NBN. Labor will also review wholesale pricing on the satellite to make it fair again. Communities in the bush will always be better served by Labor when it comes to the NBN. IMPROVING MOBILE SERVICES
Communities in the bush will always be better served by Labor when it comes to the NBN. IMPROVING MOBILE SERVICES Labor understands that a lack of mobile phone services is holding our regions back.
IMPROVING MOBILE SERVICES Labor understands that a lack of mobile phone services is holding our regions back. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will continue to invest in the roll out of mobile services in regional Australia.
Labor understands that a lack of mobile phone services is holding our regions back. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will continue to invest in the roll out of mobile services in regional Australia. We will allocate a further $60 million to the Mobile Black Spot Program.
That is why a Shorten Labor Government will continue to invest in the roll out of mobile services in regional Australia. We will allocate a further $60 million to the Mobile Black Spot Program. Importantly too, we will ensure this money is spent where it is needed, not where it does the most good for Liberal and National MPs.
We will allocate a further $60 million to the Mobile Black Spot Program. Importantly too, we will ensure this money is spent where it is needed, not where it does the most good for Liberal and National MPs. Of the 499 mobile towers funded in Round 1 of the Mobile Black Spot Program, 416 are in Liberal and Nationals’ electorates.
Importantly too, we will ensure this money is spent where it is needed, not where it does the most good for Liberal and National MPs. Of the 499 mobile towers funded in Round 1 of the Mobile Black Spot Program, 416 are in Liberal and Nationals’ electorates. There have also been some glaring omissions, with locations that should have been funded but were not.
Of the 499 mobile towers funded in Round 1 of the Mobile Black Spot Program, 416 are in Liberal and Nationals’ electorates. There have also been some glaring omissions, with locations that should have been funded but were not. For example, the electorate of McEwen is one of the most fire-prone in the country and there are 95 identified blackspots across the region.
There have also been some glaring omissions, with locations that should have been funded but were not. For example, the electorate of McEwen is one of the most fire-prone in the country and there are 95 identified blackspots across the region. Despite this, McEwen received just two of the 499 towers funded from Round 1 of the Mobile Black Spots Program.
For example, the electorate of McEwen is one of the most fire-prone in the country and there are 95 identified blackspots across the region. Despite this, McEwen received just two of the 499 towers funded from Round 1 of the Mobile Black Spots Program. Labor is committed to ensuring that regional Australians have access to the mobile phone services they need.
Despite this, McEwen received just two of the 499 towers funded from Round 1 of the Mobile Black Spots Program. Labor is committed to ensuring that regional Australians have access to the mobile phone services they need. This is critical infrastructure that saves lives in an emergency and is also central to running successful agricultural businesses from our regions.
Labor is committed to ensuring that regional Australians have access to the mobile phone services they need. This is critical infrastructure that saves lives in an emergency and is also central to running successful agricultural businesses from our regions. Infrastructure is one of the areas where regional Australians notice the gap between the services they receive and those on offer in our big cities most acutely.
This is critical infrastructure that saves lives in an emergency and is also central to running successful agricultural businesses from our regions. Infrastructure is one of the areas where regional Australians notice the gap between the services they receive and those on offer in our big cities most acutely. Labor will work to close this gap because we understand the difference it makes both to quality of life and productivity in our regions.
Infrastructure is one of the areas where regional Australians notice the gap between the services they receive and those on offer in our big cities most acutely. Labor will work to close this gap because we understand the difference it makes both to quality of life and productivity in our regions. STRONGER PEST MANAGEMENT
Labor will work to close this gap because we understand the difference it makes both to quality of life and productivity in our regions. STRONGER PEST MANAGEMENT It is critical we protect Queensland graziers from the threat wild dogs pose to their livelihoods. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will invest $5 million to expand wild dog fencing across Western Queensland.
STRONGER PEST MANAGEMENT It is critical we protect Queensland graziers from the threat wild dogs pose to their livelihoods. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will invest $5 million to expand wild dog fencing across Western Queensland. This funding matches the Queensland Government’s additional $5 million funding to bring sheep back to Western Queensland.
It is critical we protect Queensland graziers from the threat wild dogs pose to their livelihoods. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will invest $5 million to expand wild dog fencing across Western Queensland. This funding matches the Queensland Government’s additional $5 million funding to bring sheep back to Western Queensland. Labor is the only party that will help our resilient farmers in Western Queensland protect and replenish stock numbers that have been in decline because of severe drought and wild dogs.
This funding matches the Queensland Government’s additional $5 million funding to bring sheep back to Western Queensland. Labor is the only party that will help our resilient farmers in Western Queensland protect and replenish stock numbers that have been in decline because of severe drought and wild dogs. Queensland graziers are well aware both the former State and current Federal Liberal-National Governments have not done enough to combat this plague.
Labor is the only party that will help our resilient farmers in Western Queensland protect and replenish stock numbers that have been in decline because of severe drought and wild dogs. Queensland graziers are well aware both the former State and current Federal Liberal-National Governments have not done enough to combat this plague. This funding will ensure the success of the much larger wild dog control program with the ultimate goal of returning sheep in big numbers into Western Queensland, which will be good for farmers and good for sustainable agriculture productivity.
Queensland graziers are well aware both the former State and current Federal Liberal-National Governments have not done enough to combat this plague. This funding will ensure the success of the much larger wild dog control program with the ultimate goal of returning sheep in big numbers into Western Queensland, which will be good for farmers and good for sustainable agriculture productivity. The extra funding will also benefit local contractors, particularly fencing contractors and agricultural supply companies.
This funding will ensure the success of the much larger wild dog control program with the ultimate goal of returning sheep in big numbers into Western Queensland, which will be good for farmers and good for sustainable agriculture productivity. The extra funding will also benefit local contractors, particularly fencing contractors and agricultural supply companies. TACKLING CLIMATE CHANGE
The extra funding will also benefit local contractors, particularly fencing contractors and agricultural supply companies. TACKLING CLIMATE CHANGE Climate change will severely impact on those families, farmers and businesses that depend on natural resources like agriculture, forestry and fisheries for their livelihoods.
TACKLING CLIMATE CHANGE Climate change will severely impact on those families, farmers and businesses that depend on natural resources like agriculture, forestry and fisheries for their livelihoods. That’s because climate change means longer droughts in parts of Australia, which are estimated to cost Australia $7.3 billion annually from 2020, reducing GDP by 1 per cent a year.
Climate change will severely impact on those families, farmers and businesses that depend on natural resources like agriculture, forestry and fisheries for their livelihoods. That’s because climate change means longer droughts in parts of Australia, which are estimated to cost Australia $7.3 billion annually from 2020, reducing GDP by 1 per cent a year. Such droughts will be broken by more damaging floods, more frequent bushfires and more severe storms.
That’s because climate change means longer droughts in parts of Australia, which are estimated to cost Australia $7.3 billion annually from 2020, reducing GDP by 1 per cent a year. Such droughts will be broken by more damaging floods, more frequent bushfires and more severe storms. Beyond the flashpoints of these events, there are the creeping, incremental consequences: A massive decline in agricultural production.
Such droughts will be broken by more damaging floods, more frequent bushfires and more severe storms. Beyond the flashpoints of these events, there are the creeping, incremental consequences: A massive decline in agricultural production. Irretrievable damage to the Great Barrier Reef.
Beyond the flashpoints of these events, there are the creeping, incremental consequences: A massive decline in agricultural production. Irretrievable damage to the Great Barrier Reef. Widespread shortages of urban water supply.
Irretrievable damage to the Great Barrier Reef. Widespread shortages of urban water supply. Spikes in global food prices.
Widespread shortages of urban water supply. Spikes in global food prices. Increases in heat-related deaths and increased airborne disease.
Spikes in global food prices. Increases in heat-related deaths and increased airborne disease. Heightened instability in the coastal megacities of our region.
Increases in heat-related deaths and increased airborne disease. Heightened instability in the coastal megacities of our region. The farming sector has made the most substantial contribution to emissions reduction in Australia over the past twenty years; largely through the land clearing restrictions placed on the sector at the State level as well as the successful Carbon Farming Initiative implemented by the last Labor Government.
Heightened instability in the coastal megacities of our region. The farming sector has made the most substantial contribution to emissions reduction in Australia over the past twenty years; largely through the land clearing restrictions placed on the sector at the State level as well as the successful Carbon Farming Initiative implemented by the last Labor Government. It is in the national interest that the sector be able to exploit the new, enhanced export opportunities in a way that is consistent with responsible land management.
The farming sector has made the most substantial contribution to emissions reduction in Australia over the past twenty years; largely through the land clearing restrictions placed on the sector at the State level as well as the successful Carbon Farming Initiative implemented by the last Labor Government. It is in the national interest that the sector be able to exploit the new, enhanced export opportunities in a way that is consistent with responsible land management. The forestry and agricultural sector represents Australia’s largest opportunity in coming years to sequester carbon pollution – through soil carbon methods, reforestation, avoided deforestation and more.
It is in the national interest that the sector be able to exploit the new, enhanced export opportunities in a way that is consistent with responsible land management. The forestry and agricultural sector represents Australia’s largest opportunity in coming years to sequester carbon pollution – through soil carbon methods, reforestation, avoided deforestation and more. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will continue to support the sector in these areas and will exclude agriculture from our proposed Emissions Trading Scheme.
The forestry and agricultural sector represents Australia’s largest opportunity in coming years to sequester carbon pollution – through soil carbon methods, reforestation, avoided deforestation and more. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will continue to support the sector in these areas and will exclude agriculture from our proposed Emissions Trading Scheme. Australia’s land sector emissions were around 135 million tonnes CO2e in 1990 or around one quarter of the national total; in 2014, they were just 14 million tonnes.
That is why a Shorten Labor Government will continue to support the sector in these areas and will exclude agriculture from our proposed Emissions Trading Scheme. Australia’s land sector emissions were around 135 million tonnes CO2e in 1990 or around one quarter of the national total; in 2014, they were just 14 million tonnes. That huge reduction was overwhelmingly due to land clearing restrictions introduced in Queensland over time between 1999 and 2009 (some of which were supported by John Howard who understood the benefits in achieving the Kyoto commitment).
Australia’s land sector emissions were around 135 million tonnes CO2e in 1990 or around one quarter of the national total; in 2014, they were just 14 million tonnes. That huge reduction was overwhelmingly due to land clearing restrictions introduced in Queensland over time between 1999 and 2009 (some of which were supported by John Howard who understood the benefits in achieving the Kyoto commitment). Not only was this reduction enormously important from a climate perspective; it also had a huge impact on biodiversity in the region.
That huge reduction was overwhelmingly due to land clearing restrictions introduced in Queensland over time between 1999 and 2009 (some of which were supported by John Howard who understood the benefits in achieving the Kyoto commitment). Not only was this reduction enormously important from a climate perspective; it also had a huge impact on biodiversity in the region. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will also introduce a “climate trigger” in federal legislation to allow the Federal Government to regulate broadscale land clearing.
Not only was this reduction enormously important from a climate perspective; it also had a huge impact on biodiversity in the region. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will also introduce a “climate trigger” in federal legislation to allow the Federal Government to regulate broadscale land clearing. In government, we will also explore other ways of ensuring that State land clearing laws are consistent with Australia’s international obligations and commitments; including by re-invigorating COAG’s National Vegetation Management Framework.
That is why a Shorten Labor Government will also introduce a “climate trigger” in federal legislation to allow the Federal Government to regulate broadscale land clearing. In government, we will also explore other ways of ensuring that State land clearing laws are consistent with Australia’s international obligations and commitments; including by re-invigorating COAG’s National Vegetation Management Framework. A changing climate is making farming more challenging as drought events become more regular and protracted.
In government, we will also explore other ways of ensuring that State land clearing laws are consistent with Australia’s international obligations and commitments; including by re-invigorating COAG’s National Vegetation Management Framework. A changing climate is making farming more challenging as drought events become more regular and protracted. We can’t have a productivity agenda without a sustainability agenda.
A changing climate is making farming more challenging as drought events become more regular and protracted. We can’t have a productivity agenda without a sustainability agenda. Government has a role to play in helping farmers make the adjustment to hotter and drier conditions.
We can’t have a productivity agenda without a sustainability agenda. Government has a role to play in helping farmers make the adjustment to hotter and drier conditions. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will resurrect Commonwealth, State and Territory dialogue of the kind previously carried out through the Council of Australian Government’s Standing Committee on Primary Industries, and put drought assistance
Government has a role to play in helping farmers make the adjustment to hotter and drier conditions. That is why a Shorten Labor Government will resurrect Commonwealth, State and Territory dialogue of the kind previously carried out through the Council of Australian Government’s Standing Committee on Primary Industries, and put drought assistance PRIORITY SECTORS
That is why a Shorten Labor Government will resurrect Commonwealth, State and Territory dialogue of the kind previously carried out through the Council of Australian Government’s Standing Committee on Primary Industries, and put drought assistance PRIORITY SECTORS FORESTRY
PRIORITY SECTORS FORESTRY Australia’s forestry sector employs around 70,000 Australians, predominantly in the regions.
FORESTRY Australia’s forestry sector employs around 70,000 Australians, predominantly in the regions. The forest, wood and paper products industry is also Australia’s sixth largest manufacturing industry with an annual turnover of around $21 billion.
Australia’s forestry sector employs around 70,000 Australians, predominantly in the regions. The forest, wood and paper products industry is also Australia’s sixth largest manufacturing industry with an annual turnover of around $21 billion. There is rightly much talk about Australia’s transition from the “Mining Boom” to the Asia Pacific’s “Dining Boom”.
The forest, wood and paper products industry is also Australia’s sixth largest manufacturing industry with an annual turnover of around $21 billion. There is rightly much talk about Australia’s transition from the “Mining Boom” to the Asia Pacific’s “Dining Boom”. But there is also an emerging “Fibre Boom”, driven by growing demand in Asia and at home, and the advent of innovations like Cross Laminated Timber and wood-to-plastics technologies.
There is rightly much talk about Australia’s transition from the “Mining Boom” to the Asia Pacific’s “Dining Boom”. But there is also an emerging “Fibre Boom”, driven by growing demand in Asia and at home, and the advent of innovations like Cross Laminated Timber and wood-to-plastics technologies. Wood is a renewable product that stores carbon.
But there is also an emerging “Fibre Boom”, driven by growing demand in Asia and at home, and the advent of innovations like Cross Laminated Timber and wood-to-plastics technologies. Wood is a renewable product that stores carbon. Increasingly it will displace energy intensive steel and cement products in the construction industry.
Wood is a renewable product that stores carbon. Increasingly it will displace energy intensive steel and cement products in the construction industry. A Shorten Labor Government’s priorities in the forestry sector will be to: Lift the R&D effort.
Increasingly it will displace energy intensive steel and cement products in the construction industry. A Shorten Labor Government’s priorities in the forestry sector will be to: Lift the R&D effort. Expand our plantation estate by working with private landholders, including farmers and Indigenous communities in the locations where plantations are most viable.
A Shorten Labor Government’s priorities in the forestry sector will be to: Lift the R&D effort. Expand our plantation estate by working with private landholders, including farmers and Indigenous communities in the locations where plantations are most viable. Bring the forest sector into the Carbon Farming Initiative as a means of incentivizing investment in plantations.
Expand our plantation estate by working with private landholders, including farmers and Indigenous communities in the locations where plantations are most viable. Bring the forest sector into the Carbon Farming Initiative as a means of incentivizing investment in plantations. Identify key forestry infrastructure to lift productivity.
Bring the forest sector into the Carbon Farming Initiative as a means of incentivizing investment in plantations. Identify key forestry infrastructure to lift productivity. Lift Australian content in government procurement.
Identify key forestry infrastructure to lift productivity. Lift Australian content in government procurement. FISHERIES
Lift Australian content in government procurement. FISHERIES As a country with an extensive coastline, fresh fish and seafood are an important part of our identity.
FISHERIES As a country with an extensive coastline, fresh fish and seafood are an important part of our identity. While millions of Australians enjoy recreational fishing, most of us also rely on commercial fishing and aquaculture for the fish and seafood we consume.
As a country with an extensive coastline, fresh fish and seafood are an important part of our identity. While millions of Australians enjoy recreational fishing, most of us also rely on commercial fishing and aquaculture for the fish and seafood we consume. Productive and sustainable fisheries depend on the health of our marine ecosystems.
While millions of Australians enjoy recreational fishing, most of us also rely on commercial fishing and aquaculture for the fish and seafood we consume. Productive and sustainable fisheries depend on the health of our marine ecosystems. Australia has the world’s third largest marine area and we produce many high value species, such as lobster and abalone, for which there is strong demand in Asian markets.
Productive and sustainable fisheries depend on the health of our marine ecosystems. Australia has the world’s third largest marine area and we produce many high value species, such as lobster and abalone, for which there is strong demand in Asian markets. Our fisheries sector has long been moving up the value curve.
Australia has the world’s third largest marine area and we produce many high value species, such as lobster and abalone, for which there is strong demand in Asian markets. Our fisheries sector has long been moving up the value curve. However, because of limited nutrient upwelling and low nutrient run-off from the Australian landmass our surrounding seas are typically nutrient poor and not very productive by international standards.
Our fisheries sector has long been moving up the value curve. However, because of limited nutrient upwelling and low nutrient run-off from the Australian landmass our surrounding seas are typically nutrient poor and not very productive by international standards. Worldwide, aquaculture is the fastest growing primary industry sector. It now accounts for more than half the world’s seafood supply.
However, because of limited nutrient upwelling and low nutrient run-off from the Australian landmass our surrounding seas are typically nutrient poor and not very productive by international standards. Worldwide, aquaculture is the fastest growing primary industry sector. It now accounts for more than half the world’s seafood supply. Australia’s clean, clear waters are ideal for aquaculture products, such as salmon, tuna, oysters, prawns, abalone and mussels.
Worldwide, aquaculture is the fastest growing primary industry sector. It now accounts for more than half the world’s seafood supply. Australia’s clean, clear waters are ideal for aquaculture products, such as salmon, tuna, oysters, prawns, abalone and mussels. Labor believes significant scope exists to increase our aquaculture production to create jobs and strengthen regional industries in places like Townsville.
Australia’s clean, clear waters are ideal for aquaculture products, such as salmon, tuna, oysters, prawns, abalone and mussels. Labor believes significant scope exists to increase our aquaculture production to create jobs and strengthen regional industries in places like Townsville. Our key tasks will be to: Lift productivity and refine production techniques through investment in aquaculture research
Labor believes significant scope exists to increase our aquaculture production to create jobs and strengthen regional industries in places like Townsville. Our key tasks will be to: Lift productivity and refine production techniques through investment in aquaculture research Provide national leadership and planning for growth value industries such as the oyster industry.
Our key tasks will be to: Lift productivity and refine production techniques through investment in aquaculture research Provide national leadership and planning for growth value industries such as the oyster industry. Develop a national aquaculture policy that encourages community acceptance of the industry whilst simplifying aquaculture regulation and promoting sustainable development.
Provide national leadership and planning for growth value industries such as the oyster industry. Develop a national aquaculture policy that encourages community acceptance of the industry whilst simplifying aquaculture regulation and promoting sustainable development. Australia’s five million recreational fishers also make a significant contribution to our regional economies.
Develop a national aquaculture policy that encourages community acceptance of the industry whilst simplifying aquaculture regulation and promoting sustainable development. Australia’s five million recreational fishers also make a significant contribution to our regional economies. Too often though, they are not properly consulted when Federal Governments are making decisions which can impact on them.
Australia’s five million recreational fishers also make a significant contribution to our regional economies. Too often though, they are not properly consulted when Federal Governments are making decisions which can impact on them. A Shorten Labor Government will provide $100,000 to establish a National Recreational Fishing Council that will give our recreational fishers a seat the decision making table.
Too often though, they are not properly consulted when Federal Governments are making decisions which can impact on them. A Shorten Labor Government will provide $100,000 to establish a National Recreational Fishing Council that will give our recreational fishers a seat the decision making table. Chaired by the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, the Council will include representatives of both recreational fishers and relevant government departments.
A Shorten Labor Government will provide $100,000 to establish a National Recreational Fishing Council that will give our recreational fishers a seat the decision making table. Chaired by the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, the Council will include representatives of both recreational fishers and relevant government departments. The Council will tackle issues like small pelagic fisheries management, boating and fishing infrastructure, conservation, access to national marine parks, national Gone Fishing Day and other issues of concern to recreational fishers.
Chaired by the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, the Council will include representatives of both recreational fishers and relevant government departments. The Council will tackle issues like small pelagic fisheries management, boating and fishing infrastructure, conservation, access to national marine parks, national Gone Fishing Day and other issues of concern to recreational fishers. WELFARE IN ANIMAL PRODUCTION
The Council will tackle issues like small pelagic fisheries management, boating and fishing infrastructure, conservation, access to national marine parks, national Gone Fishing Day and other issues of concern to recreational fishers. WELFARE IN ANIMAL PRODUCTION Protecting animal welfare and boosting agricultural profitability aren’t competing aims – they support one another.
WELFARE IN ANIMAL PRODUCTION Protecting animal welfare and boosting agricultural profitability aren’t competing aims – they support one another. The growing demand for high quality food produced in an ethical way means Australia’s agricultural producers must embrace the highest animal welfare standards to stay internationally competitive.
Protecting animal welfare and boosting agricultural profitability aren’t competing aims – they support one another. The growing demand for high quality food produced in an ethical way means Australia’s agricultural producers must embrace the highest animal welfare standards to stay internationally competitive. When last in government, Labor put in place a comprehensive animal welfare strategy and took a lead role in coordinating this through the Australian Animal Welfare Advisory Committee and the Standing Council on Primary Industries (SCoPI).
The growing demand for high quality food produced in an ethical way means Australia’s agricultural producers must embrace the highest animal welfare standards to stay internationally competitive. When last in government, Labor put in place a comprehensive animal welfare strategy and took a lead role in coordinating this through the Australian Animal Welfare Advisory Committee and the Standing Council on Primary Industries (SCoPI). Since coming to office, the Abbott-Turnbull Government has abolished both the advisory committee and the SCoPI.
When last in government, Labor put in place a comprehensive animal welfare strategy and took a lead role in coordinating this through the Australian Animal Welfare Advisory Committee and the Standing Council on Primary Industries (SCoPI). Since coming to office, the Abbott-Turnbull Government has abolished both the advisory committee and the SCoPI. Minister for Agriculture Barnaby Joyce has also washed his hands of delivering the animal welfare strategy, instead shifting responsibility for this to an external industry body.
Since coming to office, the Abbott-Turnbull Government has abolished both the advisory committee and the SCoPI. Minister for Agriculture Barnaby Joyce has also washed his hands of delivering the animal welfare strategy, instead shifting responsibility for this to an external industry body. This has left a vacuum of leadership and direction when it comes to protecting and improving animal welfare in this country.
Minister for Agriculture Barnaby Joyce has also washed his hands of delivering the animal welfare strategy, instead shifting responsibility for this to an external industry body. This has left a vacuum of leadership and direction when it comes to protecting and improving animal welfare in this country. Labor will step up where the Abbott-Turnbull Government has failed by re-establishing national leadership on animal welfare in Australia.
This has left a vacuum of leadership and direction when it comes to protecting and improving animal welfare in this country. Labor will step up where the Abbott-Turnbull Government has failed by re-establishing national leadership on animal welfare in Australia. A Shorten Labor Government will:  Establish an independent Inspector-General of Animal Welfare.
Labor will step up where the Abbott-Turnbull Government has failed by re-establishing national leadership on animal welfare in Australia. A Shorten Labor Government will:  Establish an independent Inspector-General of Animal Welfare. Re-build State and Territory cooperation on animal welfare matters, including by establishing an independent Office of Animal Welfare.
A Shorten Labor Government will:  Establish an independent Inspector-General of Animal Welfare. Re-build State and Territory cooperation on animal welfare matters, including by establishing an independent Office of Animal Welfare. Renew the Australian Animal Welfare Strategy.
Re-build State and Territory cooperation on animal welfare matters, including by establishing an independent Office of Animal Welfare. Renew the Australian Animal Welfare Strategy. Review the Exporter Supply Chain Assurance System.
Renew the Australian Animal Welfare Strategy. Review the Exporter Supply Chain Assurance System. Provide more transparency and accountability.
Review the Exporter Supply Chain Assurance System. Provide more transparency and accountability. Ban animal testing for cosmetics within Australia and the importation or sale of new products tested on animals overseas.
Provide more transparency and accountability. Ban animal testing for cosmetics within Australia and the importation or sale of new products tested on animals overseas. In delivering our plan to better protect animal welfare, Labor will consult with State and Territory Governments and stakeholders across primary industry to ensure these policies promote international competitiveness for producers and do not undercut it.
Ban animal testing for cosmetics within Australia and the importation or sale of new products tested on animals overseas. In delivering our plan to better protect animal welfare, Labor will consult with State and Territory Governments and stakeholders across primary industry to ensure these policies promote international competitiveness for producers and do not undercut it. A UNITED LABOR TEAM WILL PUT PEOPLE FIRST
In delivering our plan to better protect animal welfare, Labor will consult with State and Territory Governments and stakeholders across primary industry to ensure these policies promote international competitiveness for producers and do not undercut it. A UNITED LABOR TEAM WILL PUT PEOPLE FIRST From the day Bill Shorten became Leader, Labor’s team has remained united, with a single-minded commitment to deliver those policies that put people first.
WE ARE READY. WE'LL PUT PEOPLE FIRST Our Plan
WE'LL PUT PEOPLE FIRST Our Plan In this very uncertain world, Australia needs political stability and a strong economic plan for jobs and families.
Our Plan In this very uncertain world, Australia needs political stability and a strong economic plan for jobs and families. Australia is transitioning from the mining construction boom to a new and more diverse economy.
In this very uncertain world, Australia needs political stability and a strong economic plan for jobs and families. Australia is transitioning from the mining construction boom to a new and more diverse economy. The Coalition’s Plan for a Strong New Economy is supporting this transition.
Australia is transitioning from the mining construction boom to a new and more diverse economy. The Coalition’s Plan for a Strong New Economy is supporting this transition. Our Plan will provide growth, jobs and a secure future for Australian families.
The Coalition’s Plan for a Strong New Economy is supporting this transition. Our Plan will provide growth, jobs and a secure future for Australian families. ISSUE 01
Our Plan will provide growth, jobs and a secure future for Australian families. ISSUE 01 A Strong New Economy
ISSUE 01 A Strong New Economy In this very uncertain world, Australia needs a strong economic plan for jobs and families.
A Strong New Economy In this very uncertain world, Australia needs a strong economic plan for jobs and families. Australia is transitioning from the mining construction boom to a new and more diverse economy – fuelled by innovation
In this very uncertain world, Australia needs a strong economic plan for jobs and families. Australia is transitioning from the mining construction boom to a new and more diverse economy – fuelled by innovation , the opening of new markets and more investment in Australian enterprise.
Australia is transitioning from the mining construction boom to a new and more diverse economy – fuelled by innovation , the opening of new markets and more investment in Australian enterprise. The Coalition’s Plan for a Strong New Economy is supporting this transition.
, the opening of new markets and more investment in Australian enterprise. The Coalition’s Plan for a Strong New Economy is supporting this transition. Our Plan will provide growth, jobs and a secure future for Australian families through:
The Coalition’s Plan for a Strong New Economy is supporting this transition. Our Plan will provide growth, jobs and a secure future for Australian families through: An innovation and science programme bringing more great Australian ideas to market
Our Plan will provide growth, jobs and a secure future for Australian families through: An innovation and science programme bringing more great Australian ideas to market , providing tax incentives to invest in start-up businesses
An innovation and science programme bringing more great Australian ideas to market , providing tax incentives to invest in start-up businesses and helping prepare our children for the jobs of the future by boosting participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
, providing tax incentives to invest in start-up businesses and helping prepare our children for the jobs of the future by boosting participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). A defence industry plan that will secure the nation
and helping prepare our children for the jobs of the future by boosting participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). A defence industry plan that will secure the nation and supports innovative Australian companies.
A defence industry plan that will secure the nation and supports innovative Australian companies. , local advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia
and supports innovative Australian companies. , local advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia Export trade deals to generate new business opportunities, give our farmers a competitive edge and open doors into expanding markets for our service industries.
, local advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia Export trade deals to generate new business opportunities, give our farmers a competitive edge and open doors into expanding markets for our service industries. Tax cuts and incentives for small businesses and hard working families.
Export trade deals to generate new business opportunities, give our farmers a competitive edge and open doors into expanding markets for our service industries. Tax cuts and incentives for small businesses and hard working families. A sustainable budget with crackdowns on tax avoidance and loopholes.
Tax cuts and incentives for small businesses and hard working families. A sustainable budget with crackdowns on tax avoidance and loopholes. Guaranteed funding for health,
A sustainable budget with crackdowns on tax avoidance and loopholes. Guaranteed funding for health, education
Guaranteed funding for health, education and roads
education and roads The restoration of the rule of law in the construction industry by re-establishing the Australian Building and Construction Commission.
and roads The restoration of the rule of law in the construction industry by re-establishing the Australian Building and Construction Commission. We are restoring honesty and fairness to the workplace relations system.
The restoration of the rule of law in the construction industry by re-establishing the Australian Building and Construction Commission. We are restoring honesty and fairness to the workplace relations system. Our Plan will deliver the benefits of a growing economy and a better community to all Australians.
We are restoring honesty and fairness to the workplace relations system. Our Plan will deliver the benefits of a growing economy and a better community to all Australians. Our Plan will deliver a strong new economy with more than 200,000 new jobs for Australian workers.
Our Plan will deliver the benefits of a growing economy and a better community to all Australians. Our Plan will deliver a strong new economy with more than 200,000 new jobs for Australian workers. Our Economic Plan is seeing results:
Our Plan will deliver a strong new economy with more than 200,000 new jobs for Australian workers. Our Economic Plan is seeing results: The Australian economy is growing at 3% a year – faster than any of the G7 economies.
Our Economic Plan is seeing results: The Australian economy is growing at 3% a year – faster than any of the G7 economies. Around 300,000 new jobs were created last year, the strongest growth in employment since 2007.
The Australian economy is growing at 3% a year – faster than any of the G7 economies. Around 300,000 new jobs were created last year, the strongest growth in employment since 2007. But there is more work to do to continue the successful transition of our economy.
Around 300,000 new jobs were created last year, the strongest growth in employment since 2007. But there is more work to do to continue the successful transition of our economy. That’s why the Coalition is directing every lever of policy to secure our nation’s prosperity and economic security for the 21st century.
But there is more work to do to continue the successful transition of our economy. That’s why the Coalition is directing every lever of policy to secure our nation’s prosperity and economic security for the 21st century. ISSUE 02
That’s why the Coalition is directing every lever of policy to secure our nation’s prosperity and economic security for the 21st century. ISSUE 02 Innovation and Science Agenda
ISSUE 02 Innovation and Science Agenda The Turnbull Government’s National Innovation and Science Agenda will help create a strong new economy with more jobs, by investing in the talents and ideas of the Australian people.
Innovation and Science Agenda The Turnbull Government’s National Innovation and Science Agenda will help create a strong new economy with more jobs, by investing in the talents and ideas of the Australian people. The Coalition is investing $1.1 billion to incentivise innovation and entrepreneurship and help bring more great Australian ideas to market, by:
The Turnbull Government’s National Innovation and Science Agenda will help create a strong new economy with more jobs, by investing in the talents and ideas of the Australian people. The Coalition is investing $1.1 billion to incentivise innovation and entrepreneurship and help bring more great Australian ideas to market, by: Providing tax incentives to encourage investment in innovative start-ups so they can survive and thrive;
The Coalition is investing $1.1 billion to incentivise innovation and entrepreneurship and help bring more great Australian ideas to market, by: Providing tax incentives to encourage investment in innovative start-ups so they can survive and thrive; Attracting more venture capital investment into high potential start-ups;
Providing tax incentives to encourage investment in innovative start-ups so they can survive and thrive; Attracting more venture capital investment into high potential start-ups; Making it easier for aspiring entrepreneurs to access crowd-sourced equity funding;
Attracting more venture capital investment into high potential start-ups; Making it easier for aspiring entrepreneurs to access crowd-sourced equity funding; Helping small businesses attract world-class staff by improving employee share schemes; and
Making it easier for aspiring entrepreneurs to access crowd-sourced equity funding; Helping small businesses attract world-class staff by improving employee share schemes; and Providing long-term funding certainty for cutting-edge, national research infrastructure.
Helping small businesses attract world-class staff by improving employee share schemes; and Providing long-term funding certainty for cutting-edge, national research infrastructure. The Agenda will also help prepare our children for the jobs of the future by boosting participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) in schools.
Providing long-term funding certainty for cutting-edge, national research infrastructure. The Agenda will also help prepare our children for the jobs of the future by boosting participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) in schools. The National Innovation and Science Agenda focuses on four priority areas:
The Agenda will also help prepare our children for the jobs of the future by boosting participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) in schools. The National Innovation and Science Agenda focuses on four priority areas: Culture and capital – to help businesses embrace risk and incentivise early stage investment in start-ups;
The National Innovation and Science Agenda focuses on four priority areas: Culture and capital – to help businesses embrace risk and incentivise early stage investment in start-ups; Collaboration – to increase the level of engagement between businesses, universities and the research sector to commercialise ideas and solve problems;
Culture and capital – to help businesses embrace risk and incentivise early stage investment in start-ups; Collaboration – to increase the level of engagement between businesses, universities and the research sector to commercialise ideas and solve problems; Talent and skills – to train Australian students for the jobs of the future and attract the world’s most innovative talent to Australia; and
Collaboration – to increase the level of engagement between businesses, universities and the research sector to commercialise ideas and solve problems; Talent and skills – to train Australian students for the jobs of the future and attract the world’s most innovative talent to Australia; and Government as an exemplar – leading by example in the way it invests in and uses technology and data to deliver better quality services.
Talent and skills – to train Australian students for the jobs of the future and attract the world’s most innovative talent to Australia; and Government as an exemplar – leading by example in the way it invests in and uses technology and data to deliver better quality services. For more details about specific measures, click here.
Government as an exemplar – leading by example in the way it invests in and uses technology and data to deliver better quality services. For more details about specific measures, click here. LINK: https://www.liberal.org.au/innovation
For more details about specific measures, click here. LINK: https://www.liberal.org.au/innovation The National Innovation and Science Agenda
LINK: https://www.liberal.org.au/innovation The National Innovation and Science Agenda There has never been a more exciting time to be an Australian.
The National Innovation and Science Agenda There has never been a more exciting time to be an Australian. Advances in technology are transforming just about every part of our lives, from the way we work to the way we communicate and access services.
There has never been a more exciting time to be an Australian. Advances in technology are transforming just about every part of our lives, from the way we work to the way we communicate and access services. Innovation and science are critical for Australia to deliver new sources of growth, maintain high-wage jobs and seize the next wave of economic prosperity.
Advances in technology are transforming just about every part of our lives, from the way we work to the way we communicate and access services. Innovation and science are critical for Australia to deliver new sources of growth, maintain high-wage jobs and seize the next wave of economic prosperity. Innovation is about new and existing businesses creating new products, processes and business models.
Innovation and science are critical for Australia to deliver new sources of growth, maintain high-wage jobs and seize the next wave of economic prosperity. Innovation is about new and existing businesses creating new products, processes and business models. It is also about creating a culture that backs good ideas and learns from taking risks and making mistakes.
Innovation is about new and existing businesses creating new products, processes and business models. It is also about creating a culture that backs good ideas and learns from taking risks and making mistakes. Innovation is important to every sector of the economy – from ICT to healthcare, education to agriculture, and defence to transport.
It is also about creating a culture that backs good ideas and learns from taking risks and making mistakes. Innovation is important to every sector of the economy – from ICT to healthcare, education to agriculture, and defence to transport. It is about tech entrepreneurs working on the latest product
Innovation is important to every sector of the economy – from ICT to healthcare, education to agriculture, and defence to transport. It is about tech entrepreneurs working on the latest product but, equally, about farmers using sensor technology to improve yields
It is about tech entrepreneurs working on the latest product but, equally, about farmers using sensor technology to improve yields or a business bringing new products to market.
but, equally, about farmers using sensor technology to improve yields or a business bringing new products to market. Innovation keeps us competitive.
or a business bringing new products to market. Innovation keeps us competitive. It keeps us at the cutting edge.
Innovation keeps us competitive. It keeps us at the cutting edge. It creates jobs.
It keeps us at the cutting edge. It creates jobs. And it will keep our standard of living high.
It creates jobs. And it will keep our standard of living high. Australia is well-placed to take advantage of the opportunities presented by these exciting times.
And it will keep our standard of living high. Australia is well-placed to take advantage of the opportunities presented by these exciting times. But to succeed, there are areas where we need to improve.
Australia is well-placed to take advantage of the opportunities presented by these exciting times. But to succeed, there are areas where we need to improve. The National Innovation and Science Agenda will focus on four key pillars:
But to succeed, there are areas where we need to improve. The National Innovation and Science Agenda will focus on four key pillars: Culture and capital
The National Innovation and Science Agenda will focus on four key pillars: Culture and capital Collaboration
Culture and capital Collaboration Talent and skills
Collaboration Talent and skills Government as an exemplar
Talent and skills Government as an exemplar Together these pillars provide a framework for Australian innovation policy.
Government as an exemplar Together these pillars provide a framework for Australian innovation policy. The initiatives are worth $1.1 billion over four years.
Together these pillars provide a framework for Australian innovation policy. The initiatives are worth $1.1 billion over four years. The National Innovation and Science Agenda will drive smart ideas that create business growth
The initiatives are worth $1.1 billion over four years. The National Innovation and Science Agenda will drive smart ideas that create business growth , local jobs
The National Innovation and Science Agenda will drive smart ideas that create business growth , local jobs and global success.
, local jobs and global success. Issues 3
and global success. Issues 3 Backing Small Business
Issues 3 Backing Small Business Small business is the engine room of the Australian economy, employing 4.7 million Australians.
Backing Small Business Small business is the engine room of the Australian economy, employing 4.7 million Australians. Small and medium businesses are driving jobs growth in Australia and must continue to do so.
Small business is the engine room of the Australian economy, employing 4.7 million Australians. Small and medium businesses are driving jobs growth in Australia and must continue to do so. That is why last year, we announced:
Small and medium businesses are driving jobs growth in Australia and must continue to do so. That is why last year, we announced: A 1.5 percentage point tax cut for incorporated small businesses with a turnover of less than $2 million per year;
That is why last year, we announced: A 1.5 percentage point tax cut for incorporated small businesses with a turnover of less than $2 million per year; A 5% tax discount for unincorporated small businesses;
A 1.5 percentage point tax cut for incorporated small businesses with a turnover of less than $2 million per year; A 5% tax discount for unincorporated small businesses; Immediate tax deductions for each and every asset purchased up to $20,000; and
A 5% tax discount for unincorporated small businesses; Immediate tax deductions for each and every asset purchased up to $20,000; and Immediate deductibility of professional expenses when establishing new small businesses.
Immediate tax deductions for each and every asset purchased up to $20,000; and Immediate deductibility of professional expenses when establishing new small businesses. The Turnbull Government’s Ten Year Enterprise Tax Plan will support growth, higher wages and jobs by lowering the tax rate for companies over time to an internationally competitive level.
Immediate deductibility of professional expenses when establishing new small businesses. The Turnbull Government’s Ten Year Enterprise Tax Plan will support growth, higher wages and jobs by lowering the tax rate for companies over time to an internationally competitive level. We will: Cut the small business company tax rate to 27.5 per cent for small businesses with a turnover less than $10 million.
The Turnbull Government’s Ten Year Enterprise Tax Plan will support growth, higher wages and jobs by lowering the tax rate for companies over time to an internationally competitive level. We will: Cut the small business company tax rate to 27.5 per cent for small businesses with a turnover less than $10 million. Increase the unincorporated tax discount from 5 per cent to 8 per cent, capped at $1,000 for small businesses with a turnover less than $5 million.
We will: Cut the small business company tax rate to 27.5 per cent for small businesses with a turnover less than $10 million. Increase the unincorporated tax discount from 5 per cent to 8 per cent, capped at $1,000 for small businesses with a turnover less than $5 million. Extend access to the instant asset write off so that small businesses with a turnover less than $10 million can instantly deduct each and every asset under $20,000.
Increase the unincorporated tax discount from 5 per cent to 8 per cent, capped at $1,000 for small businesses with a turnover less than $5 million. Extend access to the instant asset write off so that small businesses with a turnover less than $10 million can instantly deduct each and every asset under $20,000. Make life easier by simplifying Business Activity Statements (BAS), reducing reporting labels from seven to three.
Extend access to the instant asset write off so that small businesses with a turnover less than $10 million can instantly deduct each and every asset under $20,000. Make life easier by simplifying Business Activity Statements (BAS), reducing reporting labels from seven to three. The company tax rate will be progressively lowered to 25 per cent by 2026-27 for all companies.
Make life easier by simplifying Business Activity Statements (BAS), reducing reporting labels from seven to three. The company tax rate will be progressively lowered to 25 per cent by 2026-27 for all companies. We are also supporting small business by:
The company tax rate will be progressively lowered to 25 per cent by 2026-27 for all companies. We are also supporting small business by: Cutting red tape by $4.5 billion, including simplifying the process for establishing an employee share scheme and removing almost 450,000 small businesses from the PAYG system;
We are also supporting small business by: Cutting red tape by $4.5 billion, including simplifying the process for establishing an employee share scheme and removing almost 450,000 small businesses from the PAYG system; Opening new markets by signing export trade agreements with China, Korea and Japan;
Cutting red tape by $4.5 billion, including simplifying the process for establishing an employee share scheme and removing almost 450,000 small businesses from the PAYG system; Opening new markets by signing export trade agreements with China, Korea and Japan; Extending protections against unfair contract terms to small businesses; and
Opening new markets by signing export trade agreements with China, Korea and Japan; Extending protections against unfair contract terms to small businesses; and Appointing the first ever Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman.
Extending protections against unfair contract terms to small businesses; and Appointing the first ever Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman. The Coalition is also fixing Australia’s competition laws to help small to medium companies compete with larger established ones and to ensure they’re not shut out of markets unfairly by the big players.
Appointing the first ever Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman. The Coalition is also fixing Australia’s competition laws to help small to medium companies compete with larger established ones and to ensure they’re not shut out of markets unfairly by the big players. Adopting the recommendations of the Harper Review, the Coalition will repeal the current Section 46 of the Competition and Consumer Act and replace it with a new provision that prevents firms with substantial market power from engaging in conduct that has the purpose, effect or likely effect of substantially lessening competition.
The Coalition is also fixing Australia’s competition laws to help small to medium companies compete with larger established ones and to ensure they’re not shut out of markets unfairly by the big players. Adopting the recommendations of the Harper Review, the Coalition will repeal the current Section 46 of the Competition and Consumer Act and replace it with a new provision that prevents firms with substantial market power from engaging in conduct that has the purpose, effect or likely effect of substantially lessening competition. This will prevent the misuse of market power and benefit small businesses.
Adopting the recommendations of the Harper Review, the Coalition will repeal the current Section 46 of the Competition and Consumer Act and replace it with a new provision that prevents firms with substantial market power from engaging in conduct that has the purpose, effect or likely effect of substantially lessening competition. This will prevent the misuse of market power and benefit small businesses. It will enhance competition, support innovation, benefit consumers and boost jobs and growth.
This will prevent the misuse of market power and benefit small businesses. It will enhance competition, support innovation, benefit consumers and boost jobs and growth. This is an important reform for Australia’s more than two million small businesses.
It will enhance competition, support innovation, benefit consumers and boost jobs and growth. This is an important reform for Australia’s more than two million small businesses. Issue 4
This is an important reform for Australia’s more than two million small businesses. Issue 4 Cleaning Up the Construction Industry
Issue 4 Cleaning Up the Construction Industry The Coalition will reintroduce the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC), to restore the rule of law in the construction industry.
Cleaning Up the Construction Industry The Coalition will reintroduce the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC), to restore the rule of law in the construction industry. The construction industry employs more than 1 million Australians, in around 340,000 (predominantly small) businesses.
The Coalition will reintroduce the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC), to restore the rule of law in the construction industry. The construction industry employs more than 1 million Australians, in around 340,000 (predominantly small) businesses. Unfortunately, bullying, intimidation and lawlessness are rife.
The construction industry employs more than 1 million Australians, in around 340,000 (predominantly small) businesses. Unfortunately, bullying, intimidation and lawlessness are rife. As at March 2016, there were over 100 officials of the Construction, Forestry, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) before the courts for allegedly breaching workplace laws.
Unfortunately, bullying, intimidation and lawlessness are rife. As at March 2016, there were over 100 officials of the Construction, Forestry, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) before the courts for allegedly breaching workplace laws. Currently, around 2 out of every 3 working days lost to industrial disputes are in the construction industry.
As at March 2016, there were over 100 officials of the Construction, Forestry, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) before the courts for allegedly breaching workplace laws. Currently, around 2 out of every 3 working days lost to industrial disputes are in the construction industry. Since Labor abolished the ABCC, the number of working days lost to industrial disputes in the construction industry has increased by 34%.
Currently, around 2 out of every 3 working days lost to industrial disputes are in the construction industry. Since Labor abolished the ABCC, the number of working days lost to industrial disputes in the construction industry has increased by 34%. Re-establishing the ABCC is critical for jobs, growth and our transition to a strong new economy.
Since Labor abolished the ABCC, the number of working days lost to industrial disputes in the construction industry has increased by 34%. Re-establishing the ABCC is critical for jobs, growth and our transition to a strong new economy. Restoring the rule of law to the construction industry is also critical for Australia’s ability to afford the infrastructure of the 21st century.
Re-establishing the ABCC is critical for jobs, growth and our transition to a strong new economy. Restoring the rule of law to the construction industry is also critical for Australia’s ability to afford the infrastructure of the 21st century. AN HONEST AND FAIR WORKPLACE RELATIONS SYSTEM
Restoring the rule of law to the construction industry is also critical for Australia’s ability to afford the infrastructure of the 21st century. AN HONEST AND FAIR WORKPLACE RELATIONS SYSTEM The recent Royal Commission into Trade Union Governance and Corruption found a “widespread” and “deep-seated” culture of lawlessness.
AN HONEST AND FAIR WORKPLACE RELATIONS SYSTEM The recent Royal Commission into Trade Union Governance and Corruption found a “widespread” and “deep-seated” culture of lawlessness. It concluded: “it is clear that in many parts of the world constituted by Australian trade union officials, there is room for louts, thugs, bullies, thieves, perjurers, those who threaten violence, errant fiduciaries and organisers of boycotts”.
The recent Royal Commission into Trade Union Governance and Corruption found a “widespread” and “deep-seated” culture of lawlessness. It concluded: “it is clear that in many parts of the world constituted by Australian trade union officials, there is room for louts, thugs, bullies, thieves, perjurers, those who threaten violence, errant fiduciaries and organisers of boycotts”. The Royal Commission referred 93 individuals and entities for further investigation for breach of the civil or criminal law, but conceded “it would be utterly naive to think that what has been uncovered is anything other than the small tip of an enormous iceberg”.
It concluded: “it is clear that in many parts of the world constituted by Australian trade union officials, there is room for louts, thugs, bullies, thieves, perjurers, those who threaten violence, errant fiduciaries and organisers of boycotts”. The Royal Commission referred 93 individuals and entities for further investigation for breach of the civil or criminal law, but conceded “it would be utterly naive to think that what has been uncovered is anything other than the small tip of an enormous iceberg”. The Coalition’s Registered Organisations Bill will restore honesty and fairness to the workplace relations system.
The Royal Commission referred 93 individuals and entities for further investigation for breach of the civil or criminal law, but conceded “it would be utterly naive to think that what has been uncovered is anything other than the small tip of an enormous iceberg”. The Coalition’s Registered Organisations Bill will restore honesty and fairness to the workplace relations system. It will strengthen existing financial accounting, disclosure and transparency obligations and establish the Registered Organisations Commission – a new, independent regulator with increased powers to monitor and regulate registered organisations.
The Coalition’s Registered Organisations Bill will restore honesty and fairness to the workplace relations system. It will strengthen existing financial accounting, disclosure and transparency obligations and establish the Registered Organisations Commission – a new, independent regulator with increased powers to monitor and regulate registered organisations. This will ensure union members can be confident their membership fees are being spent lawfully and in their interests – not in the interests of union bosses.
It will strengthen existing financial accounting, disclosure and transparency obligations and establish the Registered Organisations Commission – a new, independent regulator with increased powers to monitor and regulate registered organisations. This will ensure union members can be confident their membership fees are being spent lawfully and in their interests – not in the interests of union bosses. It will also ensure our workplace relations system delivers more jobs and economic growth.
This will ensure union members can be confident their membership fees are being spent lawfully and in their interests – not in the interests of union bosses. It will also ensure our workplace relations system delivers more jobs and economic growth. Issue 5
It will also ensure our workplace relations system delivers more jobs and economic growth. Issue 5 Helping Families Get Ahead
Issue 5 Helping Families Get Ahead The Coalition is committed to helping Australian families to get ahead.
Helping Families Get Ahead The Coalition is committed to helping Australian families to get ahead. MAKING A START ON INCOME TAX RELIEF
The Coalition is committed to helping Australian families to get ahead. MAKING A START ON INCOME TAX RELIEF Middle income Australians are bearing a growing tax burden.
MAKING A START ON INCOME TAX RELIEF Middle income Australians are bearing a growing tax burden. Without action, the average full time wage earner would face the second highest marginal tax rate this year and nearly half of all taxpayers would be in the top two brackets in ten years’ time.
Middle income Australians are bearing a growing tax burden. Without action, the average full time wage earner would face the second highest marginal tax rate this year and nearly half of all taxpayers would be in the top two brackets in ten years’ time. The Turnbull Government is giving hard working Australians greater incentive to earn more without being taxed more.
Without action, the average full time wage earner would face the second highest marginal tax rate this year and nearly half of all taxpayers would be in the top two brackets in ten years’ time. The Turnbull Government is giving hard working Australians greater incentive to earn more without being taxed more. The Government will prevent average full time wage earners from moving into the second top tax bracket until 2019-20 by increasing the 32.5 per cent tax threshold from $80,000 to $87,000.
The Turnbull Government is giving hard working Australians greater incentive to earn more without being taxed more. The Government will prevent average full time wage earners from moving into the second top tax bracket until 2019-20 by increasing the 32.5 per cent tax threshold from $80,000 to $87,000. This will stop around 500,000 taxpayers facing the 37 per cent marginal tax rate.
The Government will prevent average full time wage earners from moving into the second top tax bracket until 2019-20 by increasing the 32.5 per cent tax threshold from $80,000 to $87,000. This will stop around 500,000 taxpayers facing the 37 per cent marginal tax rate. By pushing up the tax threshold on the middle tax bracket we’ll keep full time average wage earners on the lower rate for longer.
This will stop around 500,000 taxpayers facing the 37 per cent marginal tax rate. By pushing up the tax threshold on the middle tax bracket we’ll keep full time average wage earners on the lower rate for longer. This will reward hard working Australians for doing more overtime, picking up more shifts, taking a promotion or a better new job, without being penalised by paying more tax through the higher rate.
By pushing up the tax threshold on the middle tax bracket we’ll keep full time average wage earners on the lower rate for longer. This will reward hard working Australians for doing more overtime, picking up more shifts, taking a promotion or a better new job, without being penalised by paying more tax through the higher rate. This change also builds on the tax cuts provided to those on incomes of less than $80,000 to compensate for the carbon tax.
This will reward hard working Australians for doing more overtime, picking up more shifts, taking a promotion or a better new job, without being penalised by paying more tax through the higher rate. This change also builds on the tax cuts provided to those on incomes of less than $80,000 to compensate for the carbon tax. By abolishing the carbon tax and keeping this tax relief, we delivered a genuine tax cut for those earning up to $80,000 a year.
This change also builds on the tax cuts provided to those on incomes of less than $80,000 to compensate for the carbon tax. By abolishing the carbon tax and keeping this tax relief, we delivered a genuine tax cut for those earning up to $80,000 a year. MORE ACCESSIBLE AND AFFORDABLE CHILDCARE
By abolishing the carbon tax and keeping this tax relief, we delivered a genuine tax cut for those earning up to $80,000 a year. MORE ACCESSIBLE AND AFFORDABLE CHILDCARE The Government’s more than $3 billion Jobs for Families child care package will make child care simpler, more affordable and more accessible for almost one million Australian families.
MORE ACCESSIBLE AND AFFORDABLE CHILDCARE The Government’s more than $3 billion Jobs for Families child care package will make child care simpler, more affordable and more accessible for almost one million Australian families. As a result of these reforms, families with incomes of between $65,000 and $170,000 will be around $30 a week – or $1,500 a year – better off.
The Government’s more than $3 billion Jobs for Families child care package will make child care simpler, more affordable and more accessible for almost one million Australian families. As a result of these reforms, families with incomes of between $65,000 and $170,000 will be around $30 a week – or $1,500 a year – better off. A strong safety net will provide additional learning opportunities for children in low income families or at-risk children, as well as those in the care of their grandparents.
As a result of these reforms, families with incomes of between $65,000 and $170,000 will be around $30 a week – or $1,500 a year – better off. A strong safety net will provide additional learning opportunities for children in low income families or at-risk children, as well as those in the care of their grandparents. Under Labor, the cost of childcare increased by over 50% in just 6 years.
A strong safety net will provide additional learning opportunities for children in low income families or at-risk children, as well as those in the care of their grandparents. Under Labor, the cost of childcare increased by over 50% in just 6 years. Our reforms will put downward pressure on child care costs.
Under Labor, the cost of childcare increased by over 50% in just 6 years. Our reforms will put downward pressure on child care costs. To protect children from diseases, our “no-jab, no pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children.
Our reforms will put downward pressure on child care costs. To protect children from diseases, our “no-jab, no pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children. REAL JOBS FOR YOUNG AUSTRALIANS
To protect children from diseases, our “no-jab, no pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children. REAL JOBS FOR YOUNG AUSTRALIANS To get more young Australians into work, the Turnbull Government has created a new Youth Jobs PaTH (Prepare-Trial-Hire) Programme.
REAL JOBS FOR YOUNG AUSTRALIANS To get more young Australians into work, the Turnbull Government has created a new Youth Jobs PaTH (Prepare-Trial-Hire) Programme. Youth Jobs PaTH provides young Australians with intensive pre-employment skills training followed by an internship placement.
To get more young Australians into work, the Turnbull Government has created a new Youth Jobs PaTH (Prepare-Trial-Hire) Programme. Youth Jobs PaTH provides young Australians with intensive pre-employment skills training followed by an internship placement. Up to 30,000 job seekers each year will gain a four to twelve week placement in an industry of their choosing.
Youth Jobs PaTH provides young Australians with intensive pre-employment skills training followed by an internship placement. Up to 30,000 job seekers each year will gain a four to twelve week placement in an industry of their choosing. And employers who hire an eligible young job seeker in an ongoing job will receive an accelerated wage subsidy of up to $10,000, paid over six months.
Up to 30,000 job seekers each year will gain a four to twelve week placement in an industry of their choosing. And employers who hire an eligible young job seeker in an ongoing job will receive an accelerated wage subsidy of up to $10,000, paid over six months. GUARANTEED FUNDING FOR HEALTH AND EDUCATION
And employers who hire an eligible young job seeker in an ongoing job will receive an accelerated wage subsidy of up to $10,000, paid over six months. GUARANTEED FUNDING FOR HEALTH AND EDUCATION The Government will also provide an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes.
GUARANTEED FUNDING FOR HEALTH AND EDUCATION The Government will also provide an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes. Because evidence tells us that increased funding alone won’t improve outcomes, we’re focussing on the quality of teachers and teaching, the teaching of reading and maths and the engagement of parents.
The Government will also provide an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes. Because evidence tells us that increased funding alone won’t improve outcomes, we’re focussing on the quality of teachers and teaching, the teaching of reading and maths and the engagement of parents. Through a recent agreement with all states and territories, the Turnbull Government will boost funding to public hospitals by around $2.9 billion (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) over the next three years.
Because evidence tells us that increased funding alone won’t improve outcomes, we’re focussing on the quality of teachers and teaching, the teaching of reading and maths and the engagement of parents. Through a recent agreement with all states and territories, the Turnbull Government will boost funding to public hospitals by around $2.9 billion (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) over the next three years. As part of this Agreement, the quality of health care will be improved, with better coordinated care for people with chronic disease and by reducing the number of avoidable hospital readmissions.
Through a recent agreement with all states and territories, the Turnbull Government will boost funding to public hospitals by around $2.9 billion (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) over the next three years. As part of this Agreement, the quality of health care will be improved, with better coordinated care for people with chronic disease and by reducing the number of avoidable hospital readmissions. PROTECTING NEGATIVE GEARING
As part of this Agreement, the quality of health care will be improved, with better coordinated care for people with chronic disease and by reducing the number of avoidable hospital readmissions. PROTECTING NEGATIVE GEARING We will not remove or limit negative gearing – that would increase the tax burden on Australians who are just trying to invest and provide a future for their families.
PROTECTING NEGATIVE GEARING We will not remove or limit negative gearing – that would increase the tax burden on Australians who are just trying to invest and provide a future for their families. Negative gearing is used by over 1 million Australians, two thirds of whom have taxable incomes below $80,000.
We will not remove or limit negative gearing – that would increase the tax burden on Australians who are just trying to invest and provide a future for their families. Negative gearing is used by over 1 million Australians, two thirds of whom have taxable incomes below $80,000. BANNING EXCESSIVE SURCHARGES ON CREDIT CARDS
Negative gearing is used by over 1 million Australians, two thirds of whom have taxable incomes below $80,000. BANNING EXCESSIVE SURCHARGES ON CREDIT CARDS The Turnbull Government has passed laws to protect consumers by banning excessive surcharges on credit cards.
BANNING EXCESSIVE SURCHARGES ON CREDIT CARDS The Turnbull Government has passed laws to protect consumers by banning excessive surcharges on credit cards. This will ensure customers are charged no more than the amount that reflects the merchant's costs in accepting that payment.
The Turnbull Government has passed laws to protect consumers by banning excessive surcharges on credit cards. This will ensure customers are charged no more than the amount that reflects the merchant's costs in accepting that payment. PROTECTING SAVINGS
This will ensure customers are charged no more than the amount that reflects the merchant's costs in accepting that payment. PROTECTING SAVINGS The Coalition has also dumped Labor’s Bank Deposits Tax – to protect the savings of hard-working Australians.
PROTECTING SAVINGS The Coalition has also dumped Labor’s Bank Deposits Tax – to protect the savings of hard-working Australians. This would have imposed costs of $1.5 billion on Australians with bank savings.
The Coalition has also dumped Labor’s Bank Deposits Tax – to protect the savings of hard-working Australians. This would have imposed costs of $1.5 billion on Australians with bank savings. We also reversed a decision made by Bill Shorten as Financial Services Minister to take inactive bank accounts and life insurance policies after just 3 years (as opposed to 7 years).
This would have imposed costs of $1.5 billion on Australians with bank savings. We also reversed a decision made by Bill Shorten as Financial Services Minister to take inactive bank accounts and life insurance policies after just 3 years (as opposed to 7 years). This raid on savings by Mr Shorten meant $550 million was taken from 156,000 people in 2012-13 alone.
We also reversed a decision made by Bill Shorten as Financial Services Minister to take inactive bank accounts and life insurance policies after just 3 years (as opposed to 7 years). This raid on savings by Mr Shorten meant $550 million was taken from 156,000 people in 2012-13 alone. NO CARBON TAX
This raid on savings by Mr Shorten meant $550 million was taken from 156,000 people in 2012-13 alone. NO CARBON TAX The Coalition will continue to fight Labor’s plans to reintroduce a Carbon Tax, which would put more pressure on family budgets.
NO CARBON TAX The Coalition will continue to fight Labor’s plans to reintroduce a Carbon Tax, which would put more pressure on family budgets. The removal of their last Carbon Tax is saving average households around $550 per year.
The Coalition will continue to fight Labor’s plans to reintroduce a Carbon Tax, which would put more pressure on family budgets. The removal of their last Carbon Tax is saving average households around $550 per year. Issue 6
The removal of their last Carbon Tax is saving average households around $550 per year. Issue 6 Supporting Australian Exporters
Issue 6 Supporting Australian Exporters Australia's export trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea – three of our four largest export markets – will set Australia up for the long term.
Supporting Australian Exporters Australia's export trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea – three of our four largest export markets – will set Australia up for the long term. These agreements will grow our economy
Australia's export trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea – three of our four largest export markets – will set Australia up for the long term. These agreements will grow our economy , create jobs
These agreements will grow our economy , create jobs and benefit consumers.
, create jobs and benefit consumers. Independent economic modelling has found that together these three free trade agreements will, over the next two decades, create many thousands of new jobs
and benefit consumers. Independent economic modelling has found that together these three free trade agreements will, over the next two decades, create many thousands of new jobs , make households more than $4,000 better off and boost GDP by almost $25 billion.
Independent economic modelling has found that together these three free trade agreements will, over the next two decades, create many thousands of new jobs , make households more than $4,000 better off and boost GDP by almost $25 billion. For Australian consumers and businesses, the new trade agreements will also place downward pressure on the prices of some goods, such as vehicles, electronics, clothes and household appliances.
, make households more than $4,000 better off and boost GDP by almost $25 billion. For Australian consumers and businesses, the new trade agreements will also place downward pressure on the prices of some goods, such as vehicles, electronics, clothes and household appliances. The Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) promises even greater benefits for Australian exporters and investors in the fast growing Asia-Pacific region.
For Australian consumers and businesses, the new trade agreements will also place downward pressure on the prices of some goods, such as vehicles, electronics, clothes and household appliances. The Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) promises even greater benefits for Australian exporters and investors in the fast growing Asia-Pacific region. We are negotiating further export agreements with India, Indonesia, and regional and Pacific nations
The Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) promises even greater benefits for Australian exporters and investors in the fast growing Asia-Pacific region. We are negotiating further export agreements with India, Indonesia, and regional and Pacific nations and have agreed to negotiate an FTA with the 28-member European Union, creating even greater opportunities for Australian businesses.
We are negotiating further export agreements with India, Indonesia, and regional and Pacific nations and have agreed to negotiate an FTA with the 28-member European Union, creating even greater opportunities for Australian businesses. CHINA
and have agreed to negotiate an FTA with the 28-member European Union, creating even greater opportunities for Australian businesses. CHINA Australians are already benefitting from the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement through greater market access for Australian goods and services.
CHINA Australians are already benefitting from the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement through greater market access for Australian goods and services. This is the most liberalising FTA that China has ever undertaken.
Australians are already benefitting from the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement through greater market access for Australian goods and services. This is the most liberalising FTA that China has ever undertaken. 96% of Australian exports to China will be tariff free once this agreement is fully implemented.
This is the most liberalising FTA that China has ever undertaken. 96% of Australian exports to China will be tariff free once this agreement is fully implemented. Farmers will benefit with the complete removal of tariffs of key exports such as dairy, beef, lamb, wine, horticulture and seafood.
96% of Australian exports to China will be tariff free once this agreement is fully implemented. Farmers will benefit with the complete removal of tariffs of key exports such as dairy, beef, lamb, wine, horticulture and seafood. The China FTA also opens opportunities in China for Australian private hospitals
Farmers will benefit with the complete removal of tariffs of key exports such as dairy, beef, lamb, wine, horticulture and seafood. The China FTA also opens opportunities in China for Australian private hospitals , providers of aged care services,
The China FTA also opens opportunities in China for Australian private hospitals , providers of aged care services, telecommunications companies and a wide range of other service providers.
, providers of aged care services, telecommunications companies and a wide range of other service providers. JAPAN
telecommunications companies and a wide range of other service providers. JAPAN The Japan-Australia Economic Partnership Agreement is the most ambitious trade deal Japan has concluded with any other country.
JAPAN The Japan-Australia Economic Partnership Agreement is the most ambitious trade deal Japan has concluded with any other country. When fully implemented, more than 97% of Australian exports will enter Japan – the world’s third-largest economy – duty free or with preferential access.
The Japan-Australia Economic Partnership Agreement is the most ambitious trade deal Japan has concluded with any other country. When fully implemented, more than 97% of Australian exports will enter Japan – the world’s third-largest economy – duty free or with preferential access. The tariffs on our biggest agricultural export to Japan – beef – will almost be halved, while tariffs will be eliminated on other key agricultural exports, including a range of wine, seafood, processed food, fruit, vegetables and nuts.
When fully implemented, more than 97% of Australian exports will enter Japan – the world’s third-largest economy – duty free or with preferential access. The tariffs on our biggest agricultural export to Japan – beef – will almost be halved, while tariffs will be eliminated on other key agricultural exports, including a range of wine, seafood, processed food, fruit, vegetables and nuts. Australia will also gain new levels of access to the Japanese market for a range of services.
The tariffs on our biggest agricultural export to Japan – beef – will almost be halved, while tariffs will be eliminated on other key agricultural exports, including a range of wine, seafood, processed food, fruit, vegetables and nuts. Australia will also gain new levels of access to the Japanese market for a range of services. Australian consumers will also benefit from downward pressure on prices for Japanese cars and parts and a range of household items including whitegoods and electronics through the elimination of tariffs.
Australia will also gain new levels of access to the Japanese market for a range of services. Australian consumers will also benefit from downward pressure on prices for Japanese cars and parts and a range of household items including whitegoods and electronics through the elimination of tariffs. SOUTH KOREA
Australian consumers will also benefit from downward pressure on prices for Japanese cars and parts and a range of household items including whitegoods and electronics through the elimination of tariffs. SOUTH KOREA Under this agreement, almost 100% of all Australian exports to South Korea will be able to enter duty free on full implementation of the Agreement.
SOUTH KOREA Under this agreement, almost 100% of all Australian exports to South Korea will be able to enter duty free on full implementation of the Agreement. Independent economic modelling estimates that, by 2030, exports of agricultural goods to South Korea will be 73% higher,
Under this agreement, almost 100% of all Australian exports to South Korea will be able to enter duty free on full implementation of the Agreement. Independent economic modelling estimates that, by 2030, exports of agricultural goods to South Korea will be 73% higher, manufacturing exports will be 53% higher and.
Independent economic modelling estimates that, by 2030, exports of agricultural goods to South Korea will be 73% higher, manufacturing exports will be 53% higher and. mining exports will be 17% higher than would otherwise be the case
manufacturing exports will be 53% higher and. mining exports will be 17% higher than would otherwise be the case TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP
mining exports will be 17% higher than would otherwise be the case TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP Our goods and services exports to the Trans-Pacific Partnership markets were worth $107 billion in 2014-15 – a third of all our exports.
TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP Our goods and services exports to the Trans-Pacific Partnership markets were worth $107 billion in 2014-15 – a third of all our exports. The TPP will deliver substantial new trade and investment opportunities and greater access to the world’s most dynamic economies for our service industries.
Our goods and services exports to the Trans-Pacific Partnership markets were worth $107 billion in 2014-15 – a third of all our exports. The TPP will deliver substantial new trade and investment opportunities and greater access to the world’s most dynamic economies for our service industries. Issue 7
The TPP will deliver substantial new trade and investment opportunities and greater access to the world’s most dynamic economies for our service industries. Issue 7 A Stronger Defence Force
Issue 7 A Stronger Defence Force The Government has no higher responsibility than keeping Australia safe and secure.
A Stronger Defence Force The Government has no higher responsibility than keeping Australia safe and secure. The Coalition has a responsible, long-term plan for Australia’s national security.
The Government has no higher responsibility than keeping Australia safe and secure. The Coalition has a responsible, long-term plan for Australia’s national security. The Coalition is committed to building a more potent, agile and engaged Australian Defence Force (ADF), ready to respond whenever our interests are threatened or our help is needed.
The Coalition has a responsible, long-term plan for Australia’s national security. The Coalition is committed to building a more potent, agile and engaged Australian Defence Force (ADF), ready to respond whenever our interests are threatened or our help is needed. To do this, we will increase Defence funding by $29.9 billion over the next ten years
The Coalition is committed to building a more potent, agile and engaged Australian Defence Force (ADF), ready to respond whenever our interests are threatened or our help is needed. To do this, we will increase Defence funding by $29.9 billion over the next ten years and deliver on our 2013 election commitment to return Defence spending to 2 per cent of GDP within the decade.
To do this, we will increase Defence funding by $29.9 billion over the next ten years and deliver on our 2013 election commitment to return Defence spending to 2 per cent of GDP within the decade. We are investing in new capability, including: A continuous naval shipbuilding program, commencing with nine Future Frigates and 12 Offshore Patrol Vessels;
and deliver on our 2013 election commitment to return Defence spending to 2 per cent of GDP within the decade. We are investing in new capability, including: A continuous naval shipbuilding program, commencing with nine Future Frigates and 12 Offshore Patrol Vessels; Twelve new regionally-superior submarines to be built in Adelaide,
We are investing in new capability, including: A continuous naval shipbuilding program, commencing with nine Future Frigates and 12 Offshore Patrol Vessels; Twelve new regionally-superior submarines to be built in Adelaide, creating around 2,800 jobs;
Twelve new regionally-superior submarines to be built in Adelaide, creating around 2,800 jobs; Enhanced intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, space, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities; and
creating around 2,800 jobs; Enhanced intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, space, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities; and Support for Australian Defence Force personnel – providing them with the advanced training, modern equipment and health care they deserve.
Enhanced intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, space, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities; and Support for Australian Defence Force personnel – providing them with the advanced training, modern equipment and health care they deserve. The Government is also undertaking comprehensive upgrades of Defence infrastructure across Australia to support our larger future force, including at key bases.
Support for Australian Defence Force personnel – providing them with the advanced training, modern equipment and health care they deserve. The Government is also undertaking comprehensive upgrades of Defence infrastructure across Australia to support our larger future force, including at key bases. This will also see the creation of local jobs.
The Government is also undertaking comprehensive upgrades of Defence infrastructure across Australia to support our larger future force, including at key bases. This will also see the creation of local jobs. A 21ST CENTURY DEFENCE INDUSTRY
This will also see the creation of local jobs. A 21ST CENTURY DEFENCE INDUSTRY We are helping Australia develop a 21st century Defence industry, by investing $1.6 billion over 10 years in programs to build industry skills and drive competitiveness, while harnessing Australian innovation and expertise.
A 21ST CENTURY DEFENCE INDUSTRY We are helping Australia develop a 21st century Defence industry, by investing $1.6 billion over 10 years in programs to build industry skills and drive competitiveness, while harnessing Australian innovation and expertise. Our Defence industry plan will also help to create advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia.
We are helping Australia develop a 21st century Defence industry, by investing $1.6 billion over 10 years in programs to build industry skills and drive competitiveness, while harnessing Australian innovation and expertise. Our Defence industry plan will also help to create advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia. Unlike Labor, our Defence plans have been independently costed to ensure they are achievable and affordable.
Our Defence industry plan will also help to create advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia. Unlike Labor, our Defence plans have been independently costed to ensure they are achievable and affordable. LABOR’S RECORD
Unlike Labor, our Defence plans have been independently costed to ensure they are achievable and affordable. LABOR’S RECORD Labor in government ripped $18 billion out of Defence and cut Defence spending, as a proportion of GDP, to the lowest level since 1938.
LABOR’S RECORD Labor in government ripped $18 billion out of Defence and cut Defence spending, as a proportion of GDP, to the lowest level since 1938. Labor’s decisions led to 119 defence projects being delayed, 43 projects being reduced and eight projects cancelled, risking critical capability gaps.
Labor in government ripped $18 billion out of Defence and cut Defence spending, as a proportion of GDP, to the lowest level since 1938. Labor’s decisions led to 119 defence projects being delayed, 43 projects being reduced and eight projects cancelled, risking critical capability gaps. Labor also failed to place a single order at an Australian naval shipyard during its six years in office.
Labor’s decisions led to 119 defence projects being delayed, 43 projects being reduced and eight projects cancelled, risking critical capability gaps. Labor also failed to place a single order at an Australian naval shipyard during its six years in office. Under Labor the Australian Defence industry shed more than 10% of its workforce because of budget cuts and deferrals, procrastination and lack of opportunity for Australian suppliers
Labor also failed to place a single order at an Australian naval shipyard during its six years in office. Under Labor the Australian Defence industry shed more than 10% of its workforce because of budget cuts and deferrals, procrastination and lack of opportunity for Australian suppliers Issue 8
Under Labor the Australian Defence industry shed more than 10% of its workforce because of budget cuts and deferrals, procrastination and lack of opportunity for Australian suppliers Issue 8 Combatting Terrorism
Issue 8 Combatting Terrorism To protect Australians from the threat of terrorism, the Government has boosted funding for our law enforcement, intelligence and security agencies by $1.3 billion since August 2014.
Combatting Terrorism To protect Australians from the threat of terrorism, the Government has boosted funding for our law enforcement, intelligence and security agencies by $1.3 billion since August 2014. This investment is improving our intelligence capability and strengthening our border security against terrorism, crime and other threats, originating both here and overseas.
To protect Australians from the threat of terrorism, the Government has boosted funding for our law enforcement, intelligence and security agencies by $1.3 billion since August 2014. This investment is improving our intelligence capability and strengthening our border security against terrorism, crime and other threats, originating both here and overseas. To keep Australians safe, the Government has also established:
This investment is improving our intelligence capability and strengthening our border security against terrorism, crime and other threats, originating both here and overseas. To keep Australians safe, the Government has also established: The National Disruption Group – bringing together Federal agencies and state and territory police to coordinate counter-terrorism disruption operations;
To keep Australians safe, the Government has also established: The National Disruption Group – bringing together Federal agencies and state and territory police to coordinate counter-terrorism disruption operations; An AFP Online Targeting Team to identify perpetrators online and collect evidence;
The National Disruption Group – bringing together Federal agencies and state and territory police to coordinate counter-terrorism disruption operations; An AFP Online Targeting Team to identify perpetrators online and collect evidence; Australian Border Force Counter-Terrorism Units at all eight Australian international airports and fast-tracked biometric screening; and
An AFP Online Targeting Team to identify perpetrators online and collect evidence; Australian Border Force Counter-Terrorism Units at all eight Australian international airports and fast-tracked biometric screening; and The Foreign Fighters Task Force which is using its unique coercive powers and wealth of criminal intelligence to uncover terrorist networks.
Australian Border Force Counter-Terrorism Units at all eight Australian international airports and fast-tracked biometric screening; and The Foreign Fighters Task Force which is using its unique coercive powers and wealth of criminal intelligence to uncover terrorist networks. AUSTRAC is now using advanced data analytics to detect and act against terrorism financing risks.
The Foreign Fighters Task Force which is using its unique coercive powers and wealth of criminal intelligence to uncover terrorist networks. AUSTRAC is now using advanced data analytics to detect and act against terrorism financing risks. The Government is increasing its investment in Countering Violent Extremism programs, to protect young people from the risk of online engagement with violent extremists.
AUSTRAC is now using advanced data analytics to detect and act against terrorism financing risks. The Government is increasing its investment in Countering Violent Extremism programs, to protect young people from the risk of online engagement with violent extremists. We are also contributing to the global fight against terrorism, through Australia’s military operations in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria.
The Government is increasing its investment in Countering Violent Extremism programs, to protect young people from the risk of online engagement with violent extremists. We are also contributing to the global fight against terrorism, through Australia’s military operations in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria. The Coalition has also strengthened laws to help our agencies to monitor, investigate, arrest and prosecute home-grown violent extremists and returning foreign fighters.
We are also contributing to the global fight against terrorism, through Australia’s military operations in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria. The Coalition has also strengthened laws to help our agencies to monitor, investigate, arrest and prosecute home-grown violent extremists and returning foreign fighters. This includes:The ability to arrest terrorism suspects on lower thresholds (several recent arrests to prevent terrorist attacks would not have been possible without this);
The Coalition has also strengthened laws to help our agencies to monitor, investigate, arrest and prosecute home-grown violent extremists and returning foreign fighters. This includes:The ability to arrest terrorism suspects on lower thresholds (several recent arrests to prevent terrorist attacks would not have been possible without this); The suspension of passports at short notice where ASIO is concerned an individual represents a security risk;
This includes:The ability to arrest terrorism suspects on lower thresholds (several recent arrests to prevent terrorist attacks would not have been possible without this); The suspension of passports at short notice where ASIO is concerned an individual represents a security risk; The ability to cancel welfare payments on security grounds;
The suspension of passports at short notice where ASIO is concerned an individual represents a security risk; The ability to cancel welfare payments on security grounds; The retention of metadata for two years, which agencies say is essential to most counter-terrorism investigations;
The ability to cancel welfare payments on security grounds; The retention of metadata for two years, which agencies say is essential to most counter-terrorism investigations; The designation of declared areas, making it an offence to travel to certain areas in the conflict zone without a legitimate purpose; and
The retention of metadata for two years, which agencies say is essential to most counter-terrorism investigations; The designation of declared areas, making it an offence to travel to certain areas in the conflict zone without a legitimate purpose; and Legislation to ensure terrorists who are dual nationals can be stripped of their Australian citizenship
The designation of declared areas, making it an offence to travel to certain areas in the conflict zone without a legitimate purpose; and Legislation to ensure terrorists who are dual nationals can be stripped of their Australian citizenship We have overseen the introduction of the new National Terrorism Threat Advisory System (NTTAS), which replaces the National Terrorism Threat System and the Public Alert System, to better inform the public about the likelihood and nature of an act of terrorism occurring in Australia.
Legislation to ensure terrorists who are dual nationals can be stripped of their Australian citizenship We have overseen the introduction of the new National Terrorism Threat Advisory System (NTTAS), which replaces the National Terrorism Threat System and the Public Alert System, to better inform the public about the likelihood and nature of an act of terrorism occurring in Australia. In addition, the Turnbull Government is also working with the states and territories to introduce new preventative detention protocols.
We have overseen the introduction of the new National Terrorism Threat Advisory System (NTTAS), which replaces the National Terrorism Threat System and the Public Alert System, to better inform the public about the likelihood and nature of an act of terrorism occurring in Australia. In addition, the Turnbull Government is also working with the states and territories to introduce new preventative detention protocols. LABOR’S RECORD
In addition, the Turnbull Government is also working with the states and territories to introduce new preventative detention protocols. LABOR’S RECORD Labor cut over $700 million from the Customs and Border Protection Service budget.
LABOR’S RECORD Labor cut over $700 million from the Customs and Border Protection Service budget. Despite evidence of the growing terror threat, in six years Labor didn’t pass a single law to strengthen national security agencies.
Labor cut over $700 million from the Customs and Border Protection Service budget. Despite evidence of the growing terror threat, in six years Labor didn’t pass a single law to strengthen national security agencies. Issue 9
Despite evidence of the growing terror threat, in six years Labor didn’t pass a single law to strengthen national security agencies. Issue 9 Protecting Our Borders
Issue 9 Protecting Our Borders The Coalition has stopped the boats.
Protecting Our Borders The Coalition has stopped the boats. We have restored the integrity of Australia’s borders and have stopped the deaths at sea.
The Coalition has stopped the boats. We have restored the integrity of Australia’s borders and have stopped the deaths at sea. The Coalition removed all children who arrived by boat from detention in Australia.
We have restored the integrity of Australia’s borders and have stopped the deaths at sea. The Coalition removed all children who arrived by boat from detention in Australia. In contrast, Labor detained more than 8,500 children over six years.
The Coalition removed all children who arrived by boat from detention in Australia. In contrast, Labor detained more than 8,500 children over six years. Stopping the boats has also enabled the Government to close 17 detention centres saving the Budget $3 billion.
In contrast, Labor detained more than 8,500 children over six years. Stopping the boats has also enabled the Government to close 17 detention centres saving the Budget $3 billion. The Coalition has re-introduced Temporary Protection Visas,
Stopping the boats has also enabled the Government to close 17 detention centres saving the Budget $3 billion. The Coalition has re-introduced Temporary Protection Visas, commenced processing Labor’s legacy caseload of more than 30,000 illegal maritime arrivals and will continue to return those found not to be owed protection and those that commit serious crimes.
The Coalition has re-introduced Temporary Protection Visas, commenced processing Labor’s legacy caseload of more than 30,000 illegal maritime arrivals and will continue to return those found not to be owed protection and those that commit serious crimes. The Coalition has also restored integrity to the Refugee and Humanitarian Programme.
commenced processing Labor’s legacy caseload of more than 30,000 illegal maritime arrivals and will continue to return those found not to be owed protection and those that commit serious crimes. The Coalition has also restored integrity to the Refugee and Humanitarian Programme. According to UNHCR data, Australia is one of the three most generous nations when it comes to permanently resettling refugees.
The Coalition has also restored integrity to the Refugee and Humanitarian Programme. According to UNHCR data, Australia is one of the three most generous nations when it comes to permanently resettling refugees. This year 13,750 places will be made available for resettlement in Australia rising to 18,750 in 2018/19.
According to UNHCR data, Australia is one of the three most generous nations when it comes to permanently resettling refugees. This year 13,750 places will be made available for resettlement in Australia rising to 18,750 in 2018/19. Once again these places are going to those most in need around the world, not people arriving by boat.
This year 13,750 places will be made available for resettlement in Australia rising to 18,750 in 2018/19. Once again these places are going to those most in need around the world, not people arriving by boat. Stopping the boats also enabled Australia to take an additional 12,000 refugees from the conflicts in Syria and Iraq.
Once again these places are going to those most in need around the world, not people arriving by boat. Stopping the boats also enabled Australia to take an additional 12,000 refugees from the conflicts in Syria and Iraq. The first of these refugees have arrived and they are starting new lives in Australia.
Stopping the boats also enabled Australia to take an additional 12,000 refugees from the conflicts in Syria and Iraq. The first of these refugees have arrived and they are starting new lives in Australia. The Government continues to ensure that all visa grants are subject to strict security and other checks.
The first of these refugees have arrived and they are starting new lives in Australia. The Government continues to ensure that all visa grants are subject to strict security and other checks. The Government has also established the Australian Border Force – streamlining and integrating agencies to better protect the nation’s borders and keep Australia safe and secure.
The Government continues to ensure that all visa grants are subject to strict security and other checks. The Government has also established the Australian Border Force – streamlining and integrating agencies to better protect the nation’s borders and keep Australia safe and secure. The Australian Border Force is partnering with the Australian Federal Police to combat border related crime, catch dangerous drugs like Ice at the border and target national security threats with dedicated Counter Terrorism Units at Australia’s major airports.
The Government has also established the Australian Border Force – streamlining and integrating agencies to better protect the nation’s borders and keep Australia safe and secure. The Australian Border Force is partnering with the Australian Federal Police to combat border related crime, catch dangerous drugs like Ice at the border and target national security threats with dedicated Counter Terrorism Units at Australia’s major airports. The Coalition will always be resolute in protecting our borders and we will stick to the policies that work.
The Australian Border Force is partnering with the Australian Federal Police to combat border related crime, catch dangerous drugs like Ice at the border and target national security threats with dedicated Counter Terrorism Units at Australia’s major airports. The Coalition will always be resolute in protecting our borders and we will stick to the policies that work. LABOR’S RECORD
The Coalition will always be resolute in protecting our borders and we will stick to the policies that work. LABOR’S RECORD In 2008 Labor unpicked the successful border protection policies of the Howard Government.
LABOR’S RECORD In 2008 Labor unpicked the successful border protection policies of the Howard Government. As a result, over 800 boats carrying more than 50,000 illegal arrivals flooded into Australia.
In 2008 Labor unpicked the successful border protection policies of the Howard Government. As a result, over 800 boats carrying more than 50,000 illegal arrivals flooded into Australia. At least 1,200 people lost their lives at sea.
As a result, over 800 boats carrying more than 50,000 illegal arrivals flooded into Australia. At least 1,200 people lost their lives at sea. Failed border polices also led to an $11 billion budget blow-out.
At least 1,200 people lost their lives at sea. Failed border polices also led to an $11 billion budget blow-out. Australia must never return to this chaos and tragedy.
Failed border polices also led to an $11 billion budget blow-out. Australia must never return to this chaos and tragedy. Issue 10
Australia must never return to this chaos and tragedy. Issue 10 Building Australia’s Infrastructure
Issue 10 Building Australia’s Infrastructure The Turnbull Government is investing a record $50 billion in Australia’s land infrastructure – to improve road and rail links, reduce travel times and support economic growth.
Building Australia’s Infrastructure The Turnbull Government is investing a record $50 billion in Australia’s land infrastructure – to improve road and rail links, reduce travel times and support economic growth. Roads to Recovery funding for local roads has been increased by 83 per cent, to $3.2 billion over the next four years
The Turnbull Government is investing a record $50 billion in Australia’s land infrastructure – to improve road and rail links, reduce travel times and support economic growth. Roads to Recovery funding for local roads has been increased by 83 per cent, to $3.2 billion over the next four years and $500 million has been allocated to fix road black spots, along with $300 million for the Bridges Renewal Programme.
Roads to Recovery funding for local roads has been increased by 83 per cent, to $3.2 billion over the next four years and $500 million has been allocated to fix road black spots, along with $300 million for the Bridges Renewal Programme. We are also investing in important public transport projects, including the $95 million Gold Coast Light Rail, the Sydney Metro and the Melbourne Metro to improve access, amenity and liveability.
and $500 million has been allocated to fix road black spots, along with $300 million for the Bridges Renewal Programme. We are also investing in important public transport projects, including the $95 million Gold Coast Light Rail, the Sydney Metro and the Melbourne Metro to improve access, amenity and liveability. The Coalition’s commitment to the Inland Rail will transform freight movements through Victoria, New South Wales and South East Queensland and stimulate growth and prosperity in these regions.
We are also investing in important public transport projects, including the $95 million Gold Coast Light Rail, the Sydney Metro and the Melbourne Metro to improve access, amenity and liveability. The Coalition’s commitment to the Inland Rail will transform freight movements through Victoria, New South Wales and South East Queensland and stimulate growth and prosperity in these regions. After five decades of indecision, the Government is getting on with building a second airport for Sydney at Badgerys Creek and planning for a rail link.
The Coalition’s commitment to the Inland Rail will transform freight movements through Victoria, New South Wales and South East Queensland and stimulate growth and prosperity in these regions. After five decades of indecision, the Government is getting on with building a second airport for Sydney at Badgerys Creek and planning for a rail link. As well, Infrastructure Australia has delivered the first ever 15 Year National Infrastructure Plan.
After five decades of indecision, the Government is getting on with building a second airport for Sydney at Badgerys Creek and planning for a rail link. As well, Infrastructure Australia has delivered the first ever 15 Year National Infrastructure Plan. NEW SOUTH WALES
As well, Infrastructure Australia has delivered the first ever 15 Year National Infrastructure Plan. NEW SOUTH WALES WestConnex
NEW SOUTH WALES WestConnex Linking Western Sydney to the city, airport and ports, with up to 52 traffic lights gone and 40 minutes saved.
WestConnex Linking Western Sydney to the city, airport and ports, with up to 52 traffic lights gone and 40 minutes saved. Stage 2 construction commenced ahead of schedule.
Linking Western Sydney to the city, airport and ports, with up to 52 traffic lights gone and 40 minutes saved. Stage 2 construction commenced ahead of schedule. 10,000 construction jobs.
Stage 2 construction commenced ahead of schedule. 10,000 construction jobs. Western Sydney Airport and Road Infrastructure
10,000 construction jobs. Western Sydney Airport and Road Infrastructure Supporting Sydney’s second airport, by building vital road infrastructure first.
Western Sydney Airport and Road Infrastructure Supporting Sydney’s second airport, by building vital road infrastructure first. 39,000 jobs created by 2035, increasing to 60,000 over time.
Supporting Sydney’s second airport, by building vital road infrastructure first. 39,000 jobs created by 2035, increasing to 60,000 over time. NorthConnex
39,000 jobs created by 2035, increasing to 60,000 over time. NorthConnex Connecting the Central Coast to Sydney, avoiding up to 40 traffic lights on the Pacific Highway and 21 on Pennant Hills Road.
NorthConnex Connecting the Central Coast to Sydney, avoiding up to 40 traffic lights on the Pacific Highway and 21 on Pennant Hills Road. 8,700 jobs.
Connecting the Central Coast to Sydney, avoiding up to 40 traffic lights on the Pacific Highway and 21 on Pennant Hills Road. 8,700 jobs. Pacific Highway
8,700 jobs. Pacific Highway Four lane divided road from near Newcastle to Queensland, with crashes reduced and travel times cut by up to 2.5 hours.
Pacific Highway Four lane divided road from near Newcastle to Queensland, with crashes reduced and travel times cut by up to 2.5 hours. 16,500 direct and indirect jobs.
Four lane divided road from near Newcastle to Queensland, with crashes reduced and travel times cut by up to 2.5 hours. 16,500 direct and indirect jobs. VICTORIA
16,500 direct and indirect jobs. VICTORIA Monash Freeway
VICTORIA Monash Freeway Additional lanes will unlock productivity in Melbourne by reducing congestion along the M1 corridor.
Monash Freeway Additional lanes will unlock productivity in Melbourne by reducing congestion along the M1 corridor. Murray Basin Rail
Additional lanes will unlock productivity in Melbourne by reducing congestion along the M1 corridor. Murray Basin Rail Upgrading over 1000 km of rail line to provide an alternative to road freight.
Murray Basin Rail Upgrading over 1000 km of rail line to provide an alternative to road freight. 276 jobs.
Upgrading over 1000 km of rail line to provide an alternative to road freight. 276 jobs. M80
276 jobs. M80 Completes the three remaining sections of the M80 Western Ring Road and improves traffic flow along one of Victoria’s critical freight corridors.
M80 Completes the three remaining sections of the M80 Western Ring Road and improves traffic flow along one of Victoria’s critical freight corridors. Great Ocean Road
Completes the three remaining sections of the M80 Western Ring Road and improves traffic flow along one of Victoria’s critical freight corridors. Great Ocean Road Strengthening bridges and upgrading pavement, guardrails, cliff and land slip sites.
Great Ocean Road Strengthening bridges and upgrading pavement, guardrails, cliff and land slip sites. Urban Congestion and Regional Roads Packages
Strengthening bridges and upgrading pavement, guardrails, cliff and land slip sites. Urban Congestion and Regional Roads Packages A number of projects that will relieve congestion in urban areas.
Urban Congestion and Regional Roads Packages A number of projects that will relieve congestion in urban areas. Upgrading rural and regional road infrastructure in Victoria.
A number of projects that will relieve congestion in urban areas. Upgrading rural and regional road infrastructure in Victoria. Princes Highway West
Upgrading rural and regional road infrastructure in Victoria. Princes Highway West Duplication to help bring regional communities together and link key industries to markets.
Princes Highway West Duplication to help bring regional communities together and link key industries to markets. QUEENSLAND
Duplication to help bring regional communities together and link key industries to markets. QUEENSLAND Bruce Highway
QUEENSLAND Bruce Highway Upgrades to improve safety, congestion and flood immunity.
Bruce Highway Upgrades to improve safety, congestion and flood immunity. Reducing travel times for motorists and freight – including a range of safety packages and overtaking lane projects, the duplication of the Boundary Road interchange and the upgrade at Yellow Gin Creek south of Ayr.
Upgrades to improve safety, congestion and flood immunity. Reducing travel times for motorists and freight – including a range of safety packages and overtaking lane projects, the duplication of the Boundary Road interchange and the upgrade at Yellow Gin Creek south of Ayr. Gateway Motorway North
Reducing travel times for motorists and freight – including a range of safety packages and overtaking lane projects, the duplication of the Boundary Road interchange and the upgrade at Yellow Gin Creek south of Ayr. Gateway Motorway North Widening from 4 to 6 lanes, improving access and better connecting the Bruce Highway, Northern Brisbane and the Port of Brisbane.
Gateway Motorway North Widening from 4 to 6 lanes, improving access and better connecting the Bruce Highway, Northern Brisbane and the Port of Brisbane. 1,000 jobs.
Widening from 4 to 6 lanes, improving access and better connecting the Bruce Highway, Northern Brisbane and the Port of Brisbane. 1,000 jobs. Toowoomba Range Crossing
1,000 jobs. Toowoomba Range Crossing Cutting travel times and removing traffic from Toowoomba Town Centre.
Toowoomba Range Crossing Cutting travel times and removing traffic from Toowoomba Town Centre. 1,800 jobs.
Cutting travel times and removing traffic from Toowoomba Town Centre. 1,800 jobs. WESTERN AUSTRALIA
1,800 jobs. WESTERN AUSTRALIA Gateway WA
WESTERN AUSTRALIA Gateway WA Reducing congestion around the Perth Airport and surrounding areas.
Gateway WA Reducing congestion around the Perth Airport and surrounding areas. 1,320 jobs.
Reducing congestion around the Perth Airport and surrounding areas. 1,320 jobs. Northlink WA
1,320 jobs. Northlink WA A new 40km highway to improve freight and save travel times through the Swan Valley.
Northlink WA A new 40km highway to improve freight and save travel times through the Swan Valley. Perth Freight Link
A new 40km highway to improve freight and save travel times through the Swan Valley. Perth Freight Link Providing a direct, free-flowing connection to the Port of Fremantle.
Perth Freight Link Providing a direct, free-flowing connection to the Port of Fremantle. 2,400 jobs.
Providing a direct, free-flowing connection to the Port of Fremantle. 2,400 jobs. SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2,400 jobs. SOUTH AUSTRALIA North South Corridor and Northern Connector project
SOUTH AUSTRALIA North South Corridor and Northern Connector project Better connecting Adelaide’s port, airport and freight terminals.
North South Corridor and Northern Connector project Better connecting Adelaide’s port, airport and freight terminals. The construction of a new 15.5 kilometre road linking the Northern Expressway to the northern end of the South Road Superway.
Better connecting Adelaide’s port, airport and freight terminals. The construction of a new 15.5 kilometre road linking the Northern Expressway to the northern end of the South Road Superway. 1,330 jobs.
The construction of a new 15.5 kilometre road linking the Northern Expressway to the northern end of the South Road Superway. 1,330 jobs. TASMANIA
1,330 jobs. TASMANIA Midland Highway Upgrade
TASMANIA Midland Highway Upgrade Upgrade between Hobart and Launceston, to improve safety and freight delivery.
Midland Highway Upgrade Upgrade between Hobart and Launceston, to improve safety and freight delivery. 234 jobs.
Upgrade between Hobart and Launceston, to improve safety and freight delivery. 234 jobs. NORTHERN TERRITORY
234 jobs. NORTHERN TERRITORY Tiger Brennan Drive
NORTHERN TERRITORY Tiger Brennan Drive Duplication to improve safety and congestion.
Tiger Brennan Drive Duplication to improve safety and congestion. 120 direct jobs; 30 for Indigenous Australians.
Duplication to improve safety and congestion. 120 direct jobs; 30 for Indigenous Australians. NORTHERN AUSTRALIA
120 direct jobs; 30 for Indigenous Australians. NORTHERN AUSTRALIA Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility
NORTHERN AUSTRALIA Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility Unlocking the economic potential of the North through $5 billion in concessional loans that will deliver major economic infrastructure.
Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility Unlocking the economic potential of the North through $5 billion in concessional loans that will deliver major economic infrastructure. Northern Australia Roads
Unlocking the economic potential of the North through $5 billion in concessional loans that will deliver major economic infrastructure. Northern Australia Roads Priority road projects in key strategic corridors in Northern Australia
Northern Australia Roads Priority road projects in key strategic corridors in Northern Australia plus targeted upgrades to key roads necessary for transporting cattle and improving cattle supply chains in Northern Australia.
Priority road projects in key strategic corridors in Northern Australia plus targeted upgrades to key roads necessary for transporting cattle and improving cattle supply chains in Northern Australia. FIXING THE NATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK
plus targeted upgrades to key roads necessary for transporting cattle and improving cattle supply chains in Northern Australia. FIXING THE NATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK We have put the NBN back on track to deliver high-speed broadband to all Australian homes and businesses by 2020.
FIXING THE NATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK We have put the NBN back on track to deliver high-speed broadband to all Australian homes and businesses by 2020. In September 2013, fewer than three per cent of Australian premises could obtain a service on the NBN.
We have put the NBN back on track to deliver high-speed broadband to all Australian homes and businesses by 2020. In September 2013, fewer than three per cent of Australian premises could obtain a service on the NBN. Today over two million homes and businesses can access the NBN and there are more than 900,000 active users.
In September 2013, fewer than three per cent of Australian premises could obtain a service on the NBN. Today over two million homes and businesses can access the NBN and there are more than 900,000 active users. By completion, every user will have broadband speeds 4 to 10 times faster than today’s average.
Today over two million homes and businesses can access the NBN and there are more than 900,000 active users. By completion, every user will have broadband speeds 4 to 10 times faster than today’s average. Our plan is the fastest and most affordable way to deliver better broadband to all Australians by 2020.
By completion, every user will have broadband speeds 4 to 10 times faster than today’s average. Our plan is the fastest and most affordable way to deliver better broadband to all Australians by 2020. Under Labor, the NBN was the most poorly managed infrastructure project in Australia’s history.
Our plan is the fastest and most affordable way to deliver better broadband to all Australians by 2020. Under Labor, the NBN was the most poorly managed infrastructure project in Australia’s history. Labor spent $6 billion in four years to connect just 51,000 users to the built network.
Under Labor, the NBN was the most poorly managed infrastructure project in Australia’s history. Labor spent $6 billion in four years to connect just 51,000 users to the built network. We are connecting more than 50,000 homes a month, compared to 51,000 in total under Labor.
Labor spent $6 billion in four years to connect just 51,000 users to the built network. We are connecting more than 50,000 homes a month, compared to 51,000 in total under Labor. The most recent nbn Corporate Plan estimates that reverting to Labor’s all-fibre plan would require peak funding of between $74 billion and $84 billion, and the rollout could not be completed until at least 2026 and possibly as late as 2028.
We are connecting more than 50,000 homes a month, compared to 51,000 in total under Labor. The most recent nbn Corporate Plan estimates that reverting to Labor’s all-fibre plan would require peak funding of between $74 billion and $84 billion, and the rollout could not be completed until at least 2026 and possibly as late as 2028. The Coalition’s nbn plan requires peak funding of approximately $49 billion and will be finished by 2020.
The most recent nbn Corporate Plan estimates that reverting to Labor’s all-fibre plan would require peak funding of between $74 billion and $84 billion, and the rollout could not be completed until at least 2026 and possibly as late as 2028. The Coalition’s nbn plan requires peak funding of approximately $49 billion and will be finished by 2020. Issue 11
The Coalition’s nbn plan requires peak funding of approximately $49 billion and will be finished by 2020. Issue 11 World Class Healthcare
Issue 11 World Class Healthcare The Turnbull Government is committed to providing Australians with world class health care.
World Class Healthcare The Turnbull Government is committed to providing Australians with world class health care. HOSPITAL FUNDING
The Turnbull Government is committed to providing Australians with world class health care. HOSPITAL FUNDING The Government has provided an additional $2.9 billion in public hospital funding over the next three years (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) through an agreement with the states and territories that places greater focus on patient outcomes, particularly when it comes to caring for patients with chronic and complex needs.
HOSPITAL FUNDING The Government has provided an additional $2.9 billion in public hospital funding over the next three years (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) through an agreement with the states and territories that places greater focus on patient outcomes, particularly when it comes to caring for patients with chronic and complex needs. HEALTHIER MEDICARE
The Government has provided an additional $2.9 billion in public hospital funding over the next three years (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) through an agreement with the states and territories that places greater focus on patient outcomes, particularly when it comes to caring for patients with chronic and complex needs. HEALTHIER MEDICARE The Government is strengthening Medicare through the new Health Care Homes initiative, which will better coordinate comprehensive care for chronically ill patients.
HEALTHIER MEDICARE The Government is strengthening Medicare through the new Health Care Homes initiative, which will better coordinate comprehensive care for chronically ill patients. GPs will be able to coordinate the medical, allied health and out-of-hospital services required by chronically ill patients on an ongoing basis to help manage their conditions, and in doing so keep them out of hospital.
The Government is strengthening Medicare through the new Health Care Homes initiative, which will better coordinate comprehensive care for chronically ill patients. GPs will be able to coordinate the medical, allied health and out-of-hospital services required by chronically ill patients on an ongoing basis to help manage their conditions, and in doing so keep them out of hospital. From 1 July 2017, 65,000 Australians will initially participate in this program at up to 200 medical practices across Australia, ahead of a full national rollout.
GPs will be able to coordinate the medical, allied health and out-of-hospital services required by chronically ill patients on an ongoing basis to help manage their conditions, and in doing so keep them out of hospital. From 1 July 2017, 65,000 Australians will initially participate in this program at up to 200 medical practices across Australia, ahead of a full national rollout. PRIMARY HEALTH NETWORKS
From 1 July 2017, 65,000 Australians will initially participate in this program at up to 200 medical practices across Australia, ahead of a full national rollout. PRIMARY HEALTH NETWORKS The Government has introduced a system of Primary Health Networks to identify local health needs, improve patient access to primary care services and improve co-ordination with local hospitals and community services.
PRIMARY HEALTH NETWORKS The Government has introduced a system of Primary Health Networks to identify local health needs, improve patient access to primary care services and improve co-ordination with local hospitals and community services. The Government has established 31 Primary Health Networks around Australia to improve access to local health services, by investing close to $1 billion.
The Government has introduced a system of Primary Health Networks to identify local health needs, improve patient access to primary care services and improve co-ordination with local hospitals and community services. The Government has established 31 Primary Health Networks around Australia to improve access to local health services, by investing close to $1 billion. MENTAL HEALTH REFORMS
The Government has established 31 Primary Health Networks around Australia to improve access to local health services, by investing close to $1 billion. MENTAL HEALTH REFORMS The Turnbull Government is delivering significant reforms that will put the individual needs of patients at the centre of our mental health system.
MENTAL HEALTH REFORMS The Turnbull Government is delivering significant reforms that will put the individual needs of patients at the centre of our mental health system. These reforms will reshape the delivery of primary mental health services towards a more modern, flexible model of care, rather than the current “one-size-fits-all” approach.
The Turnbull Government is delivering significant reforms that will put the individual needs of patients at the centre of our mental health system. These reforms will reshape the delivery of primary mental health services towards a more modern, flexible model of care, rather than the current “one-size-fits-all” approach. CHEAPER MEDICINES
These reforms will reshape the delivery of primary mental health services towards a more modern, flexible model of care, rather than the current “one-size-fits-all” approach. CHEAPER MEDICINES The Government is making medicines cheaper – in some cases by as much as 60% per script, saving patients with multiple chronic conditions as much as $500 per year.
CHEAPER MEDICINES The Government is making medicines cheaper – in some cases by as much as 60% per script, saving patients with multiple chronic conditions as much as $500 per year. Additional cost savings for many common medicines are due to come into effect in October 2016, as a result of changes to the way everyday drugs are priced.
The Government is making medicines cheaper – in some cases by as much as 60% per script, saving patients with multiple chronic conditions as much as $500 per year. Additional cost savings for many common medicines are due to come into effect in October 2016, as a result of changes to the way everyday drugs are priced. NEW MEDICINES
Additional cost savings for many common medicines are due to come into effect in October 2016, as a result of changes to the way everyday drugs are priced. NEW MEDICINES The Government has put nearly 1,000 new and amended drug listings onto the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, ensuring these life-saving medicines are available to all Australians, including:
NEW MEDICINES The Government has put nearly 1,000 new and amended drug listings onto the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, ensuring these life-saving medicines are available to all Australians, including: Keytruda, which is used to treat Melanoma;
The Government has put nearly 1,000 new and amended drug listings onto the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, ensuring these life-saving medicines are available to all Australians, including: Keytruda, which is used to treat Melanoma; Mekinist, which is used to treat positive Metastatic Melanoma; and
Keytruda, which is used to treat Melanoma; Mekinist, which is used to treat positive Metastatic Melanoma; and Perjeta, Herceptin and Kadcyla, which are used to treat Breast Cancer.
Mekinist, which is used to treat positive Metastatic Melanoma; and Perjeta, Herceptin and Kadcyla, which are used to treat Breast Cancer. The Government has also invested $1 billion to subsidise breakthrough treatments for all sufferers of Hepatitis C.
Perjeta, Herceptin and Kadcyla, which are used to treat Breast Cancer. The Government has also invested $1 billion to subsidise breakthrough treatments for all sufferers of Hepatitis C. These treatments would cost $100,000 per patient if not subsidised through the PBS.
The Government has also invested $1 billion to subsidise breakthrough treatments for all sufferers of Hepatitis C. These treatments would cost $100,000 per patient if not subsidised through the PBS. MEDICAL RESEARCH FUTURE FUND
These treatments would cost $100,000 per patient if not subsidised through the PBS. MEDICAL RESEARCH FUTURE FUND Australia is a world leader in the field of medical research.
MEDICAL RESEARCH FUTURE FUND Australia is a world leader in the field of medical research. The $20 billion Medical Research Future Fund is providing a sustainable source of funding for vital medical research over the long term.
Australia is a world leader in the field of medical research. The $20 billion Medical Research Future Fund is providing a sustainable source of funding for vital medical research over the long term. NO JAB NO PAY
The $20 billion Medical Research Future Fund is providing a sustainable source of funding for vital medical research over the long term. NO JAB NO PAY To protect children from diseases, our “No Jab, No Pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children.
NO JAB NO PAY To protect children from diseases, our “No Jab, No Pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children. Issue 12
To protect children from diseases, our “No Jab, No Pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children. Issue 12 Putting Students First
Issue 12 Putting Students First The Turnbull Government is investing record levels in our schools with total Commonwealth funds reaching $73.6 billion over the next four years.
Putting Students First The Turnbull Government is investing record levels in our schools with total Commonwealth funds reaching $73.6 billion over the next four years. This is an increase of 26%.
The Turnbull Government is investing record levels in our schools with total Commonwealth funds reaching $73.6 billion over the next four years. This is an increase of 26%. School funding will continue to increase each and every year going forward.
This is an increase of 26%. School funding will continue to increase each and every year going forward. As part of this, the Government is providing an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes.
School funding will continue to increase each and every year going forward. As part of this, the Government is providing an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes. The Turnbull Government is focused not just on more money but on making sure money is invested where it can make the most difference to student results.
As part of this, the Government is providing an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes. The Turnbull Government is focused not just on more money but on making sure money is invested where it can make the most difference to student results. Through our Students First approach, we are working with states and territories to focus on the four key areas that make a real difference to student results:
The Turnbull Government is focused not just on more money but on making sure money is invested where it can make the most difference to student results. Through our Students First approach, we are working with states and territories to focus on the four key areas that make a real difference to student results: Better teaching quality
Through our Students First approach, we are working with states and territories to focus on the four key areas that make a real difference to student results: Better teaching quality More school autonomy
Better teaching quality More school autonomy Engaging parents in education
More school autonomy Engaging parents in education Strengthening the curriculum.
Engaging parents in education Strengthening the curriculum. For example, our teaching quality reforms are introducing a new national literacy and numeracy test to ensure all new teachers are in the top 30% for literacy and numeracy in Australia.
Strengthening the curriculum. For example, our teaching quality reforms are introducing a new national literacy and numeracy test to ensure all new teachers are in the top 30% for literacy and numeracy in Australia. Our National Innovation and Science Agenda is leading the way in promoting learning in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
For example, our teaching quality reforms are introducing a new national literacy and numeracy test to ensure all new teachers are in the top 30% for literacy and numeracy in Australia. Our National Innovation and Science Agenda is leading the way in promoting learning in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). SUPPORTING APPRENTICES
Our National Innovation and Science Agenda is leading the way in promoting learning in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). SUPPORTING APPRENTICES The Coalition Government is supporting apprentices through Trade Support Loans – helping apprentices with the costs of living, tools and training through loans of up to $20,000 each.
SUPPORTING APPRENTICES The Coalition Government is supporting apprentices through Trade Support Loans – helping apprentices with the costs of living, tools and training through loans of up to $20,000 each. So far, over 40,000 loans have been taken up.
The Coalition Government is supporting apprentices through Trade Support Loans – helping apprentices with the costs of living, tools and training through loans of up to $20,000 each. So far, over 40,000 loans have been taken up. To help match the right apprentice to the right apprenticeship and lift completion rates, the Government has established the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network, supported by $200 million of annual funding.
So far, over 40,000 loans have been taken up. To help match the right apprentice to the right apprenticeship and lift completion rates, the Government has established the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network, supported by $200 million of annual funding. This year the Government is supporting an estimated 68,000 employers with incentive payments to help businesses create opportunities for apprentices.
To help match the right apprentice to the right apprenticeship and lift completion rates, the Government has established the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network, supported by $200 million of annual funding. This year the Government is supporting an estimated 68,000 employers with incentive payments to help businesses create opportunities for apprentices. FIXING THE VET FEE-HELP SCHEME
This year the Government is supporting an estimated 68,000 employers with incentive payments to help businesses create opportunities for apprentices. FIXING THE VET FEE-HELP SCHEME To restore confidence in vocational education, the Coalition Government has taken over a dozen measures to crack down on dodgy providers, including strengthening the powers of the regulator and establishing a National Training Complaints Hotline for students.
FIXING THE VET FEE-HELP SCHEME To restore confidence in vocational education, the Coalition Government has taken over a dozen measures to crack down on dodgy providers, including strengthening the powers of the regulator and establishing a National Training Complaints Hotline for students. Following consultation with the sector and the community, the Coalition will redesign the VET FEE-HELP scheme for 2017.
To restore confidence in vocational education, the Coalition Government has taken over a dozen measures to crack down on dodgy providers, including strengthening the powers of the regulator and establishing a National Training Complaints Hotline for students. Following consultation with the sector and the community, the Coalition will redesign the VET FEE-HELP scheme for 2017. SUPPORT FOR UNIVERSITIES
Following consultation with the sector and the community, the Coalition will redesign the VET FEE-HELP scheme for 2017. SUPPORT FOR UNIVERSITIES Under the Turnbull Government, funding for universities is at record levels, with funding of over $16 billion in 2016.
SUPPORT FOR UNIVERSITIES Under the Turnbull Government, funding for universities is at record levels, with funding of over $16 billion in 2016. Support for students is also at a record level, with $6.8 billion invested in 2016 (a 65 per cent increase on 2009 levels).
Under the Turnbull Government, funding for universities is at record levels, with funding of over $16 billion in 2016. Support for students is also at a record level, with $6.8 billion invested in 2016 (a 65 per cent increase on 2009 levels). Australia has one of the most generous student loan schemes in the world, under which no domestic student has to pay up-front fees.
Support for students is also at a record level, with $6.8 billion invested in 2016 (a 65 per cent increase on 2009 levels). Australia has one of the most generous student loan schemes in the world, under which no domestic student has to pay up-front fees. The National Innovation and Science Agenda will drive stronger university collaboration with industry through an additional $127 million in targeted research funding and new research impact measures.
Australia has one of the most generous student loan schemes in the world, under which no domestic student has to pay up-front fees. The National Innovation and Science Agenda will drive stronger university collaboration with industry through an additional $127 million in targeted research funding and new research impact measures. Simply put, we are connecting our academics with industry in order to build commercial capacity
The National Innovation and Science Agenda will drive stronger university collaboration with industry through an additional $127 million in targeted research funding and new research impact measures. Simply put, we are connecting our academics with industry in order to build commercial capacity and create jobs in Australia.
Simply put, we are connecting our academics with industry in order to build commercial capacity and create jobs in Australia. MORE INVESTMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
and create jobs in Australia. MORE INVESTMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION The Government is investing more than $3 billion in a new Jobs for Families child care package to make child care simpler, more affordable and more accessible for almost one million Australian families.
MORE INVESTMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION The Government is investing more than $3 billion in a new Jobs for Families child care package to make child care simpler, more affordable and more accessible for almost one million Australian families. Families with incomes between $65,000 and $170,000 will be around $30 a week better off.
The Government is investing more than $3 billion in a new Jobs for Families child care package to make child care simpler, more affordable and more accessible for almost one million Australian families. Families with incomes between $65,000 and $170,000 will be around $30 a week better off. The Coalition Government is also ensuring all Australian children can receive 15 hours of preschool a week in the year before school (and exempting these 600 hours a year from the child care activity test).
Families with incomes between $65,000 and $170,000 will be around $30 a week better off. The Coalition Government is also ensuring all Australian children can receive 15 hours of preschool a week in the year before school (and exempting these 600 hours a year from the child care activity test). INVESTING IN VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING
The Coalition Government is also ensuring all Australian children can receive 15 hours of preschool a week in the year before school (and exempting these 600 hours a year from the child care activity test). INVESTING IN VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING The Coalition Government invests around $7 billion in the VET sector each year through funding and student loans.
INVESTING IN VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING The Coalition Government invests around $7 billion in the VET sector each year through funding and student loans. This includes $1.8 billion to the states and territories to support their training systems, including TAFE.
The Coalition Government invests around $7 billion in the VET sector each year through funding and student loans. This includes $1.8 billion to the states and territories to support their training systems, including TAFE. Issue 13
This includes $1.8 billion to the states and territories to support their training systems, including TAFE. Issue 13 Tackling Domestic Violence
Issue 13 Tackling Domestic Violence Women and children in Australia must be safe in their homes, safe on our streets and safe online.
Tackling Domestic Violence Women and children in Australia must be safe in their homes, safe on our streets and safe online. Domestic and family violence is never acceptable.
Women and children in Australia must be safe in their homes, safe on our streets and safe online. Domestic and family violence is never acceptable. The 2016 Budget provides $100 million in new funding over three years to implement the Third Action Plan of the National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children 2010 – 2022.
Domestic and family violence is never acceptable. The 2016 Budget provides $100 million in new funding over three years to implement the Third Action Plan of the National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children 2010 – 2022. The National Plan is a 12-year strategy with a vision that women and children live free from violence in safe communities.
The 2016 Budget provides $100 million in new funding over three years to implement the Third Action Plan of the National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children 2010 – 2022. The National Plan is a 12-year strategy with a vision that women and children live free from violence in safe communities. This builds on the $100 million Women’s Safety Package already being implemented by the Turnbull Government.
The National Plan is a 12-year strategy with a vision that women and children live free from violence in safe communities. This builds on the $100 million Women’s Safety Package already being implemented by the Turnbull Government. The package focuses on three key areas:
This builds on the $100 million Women’s Safety Package already being implemented by the Turnbull Government. The package focuses on three key areas: KEEPING WOMEN SAFE AT HOME
The package focuses on three key areas: KEEPING WOMEN SAFE AT HOME Innovative technology is being trialled and used to keep women safe, including GPS trackers for perpetrators, safe phones and safety devices for homes.
KEEPING WOMEN SAFE AT HOME Innovative technology is being trialled and used to keep women safe, including GPS trackers for perpetrators, safe phones and safety devices for homes. We are expanding support to counselling services such as 1800RESPECT and Mensline.
Innovative technology is being trialled and used to keep women safe, including GPS trackers for perpetrators, safe phones and safety devices for homes. We are expanding support to counselling services such as 1800RESPECT and Mensline. SUPPORT AND TRAINING FOR FRONTLINE SERVICES
We are expanding support to counselling services such as 1800RESPECT and Mensline. SUPPORT AND TRAINING FOR FRONTLINE SERVICES Training is being expanded for frontline workers, including police, doctors, emergency department staff and social workers.
SUPPORT AND TRAINING FOR FRONTLINE SERVICES Training is being expanded for frontline workers, including police, doctors, emergency department staff and social workers. Domestic violence units are being established in legal services.
Training is being expanded for frontline workers, including police, doctors, emergency department staff and social workers. Domestic violence units are being established in legal services. BREAKING THE CYCLE OF VIOLENCE
Domestic violence units are being established in legal services. BREAKING THE CYCLE OF VIOLENCE To address the negative behaviours and attitudes that can lead to violence, we are providing additional resources to help teachers, parents and students learn more about respectful relationships.
BREAKING THE CYCLE OF VIOLENCE To address the negative behaviours and attitudes that can lead to violence, we are providing additional resources to help teachers, parents and students learn more about respectful relationships. In addition, the Turnbull Government recently launched the ‘Stop it at the Start’ national campaign to change young people’s attitudes to violence.
To address the negative behaviours and attitudes that can lead to violence, we are providing additional resources to help teachers, parents and students learn more about respectful relationships. In addition, the Turnbull Government recently launched the ‘Stop it at the Start’ national campaign to change young people’s attitudes to violence. This is a $30 million campaign, in partnership with state and territory governments.
In addition, the Turnbull Government recently launched the ‘Stop it at the Start’ national campaign to change young people’s attitudes to violence. This is a $30 million campaign, in partnership with state and territory governments. Issue 14
This is a $30 million campaign, in partnership with state and territory governments. Issue 14 Protecting Our Environment
Issue 14 Protecting Our Environment The Turnbull Government is committed to protecting Australia’s magnificent natural environment.
Protecting Our Environment The Turnbull Government is committed to protecting Australia’s magnificent natural environment. PROTECTING THE GREAT BARRIER REEF
The Turnbull Government is committed to protecting Australia’s magnificent natural environment. PROTECTING THE GREAT BARRIER REEF Our Reef 2050 Long Term Sustainability Plan is the most comprehensive plan ever developed to protect the Great Barrier Reef for future generations.
PROTECTING THE GREAT BARRIER REEF Our Reef 2050 Long Term Sustainability Plan is the most comprehensive plan ever developed to protect the Great Barrier Reef for future generations. The Coalition has put in place an historic ban on capital dredge disposal in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park – ending a 100 year old practice.
Our Reef 2050 Long Term Sustainability Plan is the most comprehensive plan ever developed to protect the Great Barrier Reef for future generations. The Coalition has put in place an historic ban on capital dredge disposal in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park – ending a 100 year old practice. $2 billion is being invested by Australian governments on projects that include improving water quality, reducing sediment and nitrogen run off, removing crown of thorns starfish and improving our scientific knowledge of the reef.
The Coalition has put in place an historic ban on capital dredge disposal in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park – ending a 100 year old practice. $2 billion is being invested by Australian governments on projects that include improving water quality, reducing sediment and nitrogen run off, removing crown of thorns starfish and improving our scientific knowledge of the reef. Our work to protect the Great Barrier Reef resulted in the World Heritage Committee declaring last July that Australia was a global role model for the management of World Heritage properties.
$2 billion is being invested by Australian governments on projects that include improving water quality, reducing sediment and nitrogen run off, removing crown of thorns starfish and improving our scientific knowledge of the reef. Our work to protect the Great Barrier Reef resulted in the World Heritage Committee declaring last July that Australia was a global role model for the management of World Heritage properties. SUPPORTING RENEWABLE ENERGY
Our work to protect the Great Barrier Reef resulted in the World Heritage Committee declaring last July that Australia was a global role model for the management of World Heritage properties. SUPPORTING RENEWABLE ENERGY The Turnbull Government will double renewable energy in Australia over the next four years.
SUPPORTING RENEWABLE ENERGY The Turnbull Government will double renewable energy in Australia over the next four years. Under the Renewable Energy Target, more than 23% of Australia’s electricity will come from renewable energy by 2020.
The Turnbull Government will double renewable energy in Australia over the next four years. Under the Renewable Energy Target, more than 23% of Australia’s electricity will come from renewable energy by 2020. We are supporting large scale projects, while at the same time making solar more affordable for households.
Under the Renewable Energy Target, more than 23% of Australia’s electricity will come from renewable energy by 2020. We are supporting large scale projects, while at the same time making solar more affordable for households. We are encouraging new technology to assist in the transition to clean energy, through the $1 billion Clean Energy Innovation Fund.
We are supporting large scale projects, while at the same time making solar more affordable for households. We are encouraging new technology to assist in the transition to clean energy, through the $1 billion Clean Energy Innovation Fund. This Fund will target projects such as large-scale solar.
We are encouraging new technology to assist in the transition to clean energy, through the $1 billion Clean Energy Innovation Fund. This Fund will target projects such as large-scale solar. TACKLING CLIMATE CHANGE
This Fund will target projects such as large-scale solar. TACKLING CLIMATE CHANGE To protect our environment for future generations, we need to tackle climate change.
TACKLING CLIMATE CHANGE To protect our environment for future generations, we need to tackle climate change. As a country, we are playing our part in the global challenge on climate change.
To protect our environment for future generations, we need to tackle climate change. As a country, we are playing our part in the global challenge on climate change. Australia has signed the Paris Climate Change Agreement.
As a country, we are playing our part in the global challenge on climate change. Australia has signed the Paris Climate Change Agreement. We are on track to beat our 2020 target by 78 million tonnes, and have set an ambitious target of reductions of up to 28% by 2030 based on 2005 levels.
Australia has signed the Paris Climate Change Agreement. We are on track to beat our 2020 target by 78 million tonnes, and have set an ambitious target of reductions of up to 28% by 2030 based on 2005 levels. That is equivalent to reducing emissions per capita by up to 52%– the second largest reduction of any G20 economy.
We are on track to beat our 2020 target by 78 million tonnes, and have set an ambitious target of reductions of up to 28% by 2030 based on 2005 levels. That is equivalent to reducing emissions per capita by up to 52%– the second largest reduction of any G20 economy. We will meet our targets without Labor’s Carbon Tax, which made electricity more expensive for all Australian families.
That is equivalent to reducing emissions per capita by up to 52%– the second largest reduction of any G20 economy. We will meet our targets without Labor’s Carbon Tax, which made electricity more expensive for all Australian families. We are investing $2.55 billion to incentivise business to reduce their emissions through our Emissions Reduction Fund.
We will meet our targets without Labor’s Carbon Tax, which made electricity more expensive for all Australian families. We are investing $2.55 billion to incentivise business to reduce their emissions through our Emissions Reduction Fund. Projects we’ve supported include carbon farming to increase carbon in the soil
We are investing $2.55 billion to incentivise business to reduce their emissions through our Emissions Reduction Fund. Projects we’ve supported include carbon farming to increase carbon in the soil , energy efficient lighting for town councils
Projects we’ve supported include carbon farming to increase carbon in the soil , energy efficient lighting for town councils , supporting re-vegetation and bushfire reduction.
, energy efficient lighting for town councils , supporting re-vegetation and bushfire reduction. We are also implementing a National Energy Productivity Plan, reducing emissions from ozone-depleting gases and supporting investments in new technology such as solar storage.
, supporting re-vegetation and bushfire reduction. We are also implementing a National Energy Productivity Plan, reducing emissions from ozone-depleting gases and supporting investments in new technology such as solar storage. SUPPORTING ON-GROUND ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECTS
We are also implementing a National Energy Productivity Plan, reducing emissions from ozone-depleting gases and supporting investments in new technology such as solar storage. SUPPORTING ON-GROUND ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECTS Right around Australia, young local people are delivering environmental projects in their communities through the Green Army.
SUPPORTING ON-GROUND ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECTS Right around Australia, young local people are delivering environmental projects in their communities through the Green Army. We have already launched more than 500 teams across the country.
Right around Australia, young local people are delivering environmental projects in their communities through the Green Army. We have already launched more than 500 teams across the country. We are investing $1 billion in natural resource management through the National Landcare Programme.
We have already launched more than 500 teams across the country. We are investing $1 billion in natural resource management through the National Landcare Programme. The Coalition will continue to deliver on our $50 million commitment to plant 20 million trees by 2020, with almost 10 million trees already committed for planting over the next three years.
We are investing $1 billion in natural resource management through the National Landcare Programme. The Coalition will continue to deliver on our $50 million commitment to plant 20 million trees by 2020, with almost 10 million trees already committed for planting over the next three years. As well, we are greening our cities as part of the Coalition’s cities agenda.
The Coalition will continue to deliver on our $50 million commitment to plant 20 million trees by 2020, with almost 10 million trees already committed for planting over the next three years. As well, we are greening our cities as part of the Coalition’s cities agenda. PROTECTING OUR THREATENED SPECIES
As well, we are greening our cities as part of the Coalition’s cities agenda. PROTECTING OUR THREATENED SPECIES Australia has some of the most unique flora and fauna on the planet and we’re protecting our native wildlife with the launch of Australia’s first Threatened Species Strategy and the appointment of Australia’s first Threatened Species Commissioner.
PROTECTING OUR THREATENED SPECIES Australia has some of the most unique flora and fauna on the planet and we’re protecting our native wildlife with the launch of Australia’s first Threatened Species Strategy and the appointment of Australia’s first Threatened Species Commissioner. The Threatened Species Strategy targets the key threats to our wildlife, in particular feral cats.
Australia has some of the most unique flora and fauna on the planet and we’re protecting our native wildlife with the launch of Australia’s first Threatened Species Strategy and the appointment of Australia’s first Threatened Species Commissioner. The Threatened Species Strategy targets the key threats to our wildlife, in particular feral cats. Funding for projects to protect our threatened species has already topped $190 million.
The Threatened Species Strategy targets the key threats to our wildlife, in particular feral cats. Funding for projects to protect our threatened species has already topped $190 million. Our National Environmental Science Program is supporting this work, with projects that deliver research projects in the field.
Funding for projects to protect our threatened species has already topped $190 million. Our National Environmental Science Program is supporting this work, with projects that deliver research projects in the field. PROTECTING AUSTRALIA’S HERITAGE
Our National Environmental Science Program is supporting this work, with projects that deliver research projects in the field. PROTECTING AUSTRALIA’S HERITAGE The Turnbull Government's Australian Heritage Strategy sets out the action we are taking to support and promote our remarkable natural, historic and Indigenous heritage.
PROTECTING AUSTRALIA’S HERITAGE The Turnbull Government's Australian Heritage Strategy sets out the action we are taking to support and promote our remarkable natural, historic and Indigenous heritage. Protection of Australia’s national and world heritage is a fundamental pillar of the Government’s environment policy.
The Turnbull Government's Australian Heritage Strategy sets out the action we are taking to support and promote our remarkable natural, historic and Indigenous heritage. Protection of Australia’s national and world heritage is a fundamental pillar of the Government’s environment policy. Our natural, Indigenous and historic heritage enhances our sense of place and national identity and makes a positive contribution to the nation’s wellbeing.
Protection of Australia’s national and world heritage is a fundamental pillar of the Government’s environment policy. Our natural, Indigenous and historic heritage enhances our sense of place and national identity and makes a positive contribution to the nation’s wellbeing. ONE STOP SHOP
Our natural, Indigenous and historic heritage enhances our sense of place and national identity and makes a positive contribution to the nation’s wellbeing. ONE STOP SHOP We have maintained environmental standards whilst reducing the red tape.
ONE STOP SHOP We have maintained environmental standards whilst reducing the red tape. We have established a one stop shop for environmental assessments with every state and territory – cutting the double handling of assessments for projects.
We have maintained environmental standards whilst reducing the red tape. We have established a one stop shop for environmental assessments with every state and territory – cutting the double handling of assessments for projects. Our Plan
We have established a one stop shop for environmental assessments with every state and territory – cutting the double handling of assessments for projects. Our Plan In this very uncertain world, Australia needs political stability and a strong economic plan for jobs and families.
We have maintained environmental standards whilst reducing the red tape. We have established a one stop shop for environmental assessments with every state and territory – cutting the double handling of assessments for projects. Australia
We have established a one stop shop for environmental assessments with every state and territory – cutting the double handling of assessments for projects. Australia Since inception, Australia has been built upon the advancement of individual's rights and freedoms.
Australia Since inception, Australia has been built upon the advancement of individual's rights and freedoms. Katter's Australian Party believes it is the role of government to create and implement policy that advances individual’s rights and freedoms
Since inception, Australia has been built upon the advancement of individual's rights and freedoms. Katter's Australian Party believes it is the role of government to create and implement policy that advances individual’s rights and freedoms , and overall, maintains the Australian lifestyle and national identity.
Katter's Australian Party believes it is the role of government to create and implement policy that advances individual’s rights and freedoms , and overall, maintains the Australian lifestyle and national identity. KAP believes government must make an additional, concerted effort to protect Australian sovereignty and independence.
, and overall, maintains the Australian lifestyle and national identity. KAP believes government must make an additional, concerted effort to protect Australian sovereignty and independence. In order to consistently achieve this, KAP seeks to maintain democratic representation federally, and support and propose policy that seeks to create opportunity in areas of education
KAP believes government must make an additional, concerted effort to protect Australian sovereignty and independence. In order to consistently achieve this, KAP seeks to maintain democratic representation federally, and support and propose policy that seeks to create opportunity in areas of education , employment
In order to consistently achieve this, KAP seeks to maintain democratic representation federally, and support and propose policy that seeks to create opportunity in areas of education , employment , infrastructure
, employment , infrastructure and local business.
, infrastructure and local business. For further details regarding KAP's position on contemporary issues, please refer to our policy stances:
and local business. For further details regarding KAP's position on contemporary issues, please refer to our policy stances: Asylum seekers and border protectionClimate and EnvironmentEducationEnergyEssential public assets and infrastructureFirst AustraliansManaging public services commerciallyProtecting Australian jobs and Australian businessRural affairs and agricultureSmall business
For further details regarding KAP's position on contemporary issues, please refer to our policy stances: Asylum seekers and border protectionClimate and EnvironmentEducationEnergyEssential public assets and infrastructureFirst AustraliansManaging public services commerciallyProtecting Australian jobs and Australian businessRural affairs and agricultureSmall business Asylum seekers and border protection
Asylum seekers and border protectionClimate and EnvironmentEducationEnergyEssential public assets and infrastructureFirst AustraliansManaging public services commerciallyProtecting Australian jobs and Australian businessRural affairs and agricultureSmall business Asylum seekers and border protection Australia is a nation of migration.
Our immigrant heritage is quintessential to being Australian. It is not necessary to have been born in Australia to be Australian and it would be hypocritical to suggest that any person is undeserving of Australian citizenship simply because he or she wants a better life. However, there needs to be a process of immigration that is fair to all who want to come to Australia and at the same time does not undermine the social or economic fabric of the nation.
It is not necessary to have been born in Australia to be Australian and it would be hypocritical to suggest that any person is undeserving of Australian citizenship simply because he or she wants a better life. However, there needs to be a process of immigration that is fair to all who want to come to Australia and at the same time does not undermine the social or economic fabric of the nation. Creating a framework that respects the rights and needs of people who seek to become Australians, to enjoy the lifestyle we largely take for granted, while preserving that lifestyle competitively for our own citizens, is perhaps one of the most perplexing issues we face as a nation.
However, there needs to be a process of immigration that is fair to all who want to come to Australia and at the same time does not undermine the social or economic fabric of the nation. Creating a framework that respects the rights and needs of people who seek to become Australians, to enjoy the lifestyle we largely take for granted, while preserving that lifestyle competitively for our own citizens, is perhaps one of the most perplexing issues we face as a nation. It is a delicate balance of performing our humanitarian responsibility to those who are less fortunate than us without compromising our own existence.
Creating a framework that respects the rights and needs of people who seek to become Australians, to enjoy the lifestyle we largely take for granted, while preserving that lifestyle competitively for our own citizens, is perhaps one of the most perplexing issues we face as a nation. It is a delicate balance of performing our humanitarian responsibility to those who are less fortunate than us without compromising our own existence. This issue challenges the very notion of what it is to be Australian in the land of opportunity without a discriminatory class system.
It is a delicate balance of performing our humanitarian responsibility to those who are less fortunate than us without compromising our own existence. This issue challenges the very notion of what it is to be Australian in the land of opportunity without a discriminatory class system. “For those who’ve come across the seas we’ve boundless plains to share” Australian National Anthem.
This issue challenges the very notion of what it is to be Australian in the land of opportunity without a discriminatory class system. “For those who’ve come across the seas we’ve boundless plains to share” Australian National Anthem. The increasing trend toward illegal entry by boat, primarily via Indonesia, is problematic for three reasons: Firstly, the risk to life in making the perilous journey to Australia in barely seaworthy vessels is profound and unacceptable to both the migrants and the defence personnel deployed to intercept them.
“For those who’ve come across the seas we’ve boundless plains to share” Australian National Anthem. The increasing trend toward illegal entry by boat, primarily via Indonesia, is problematic for three reasons: Firstly, the risk to life in making the perilous journey to Australia in barely seaworthy vessels is profound and unacceptable to both the migrants and the defence personnel deployed to intercept them. The humanitarian implications of this situation are very publicly on display and public policy failures are impacting on Australia’s humanitarian reputation internationally and domestically.
The increasing trend toward illegal entry by boat, primarily via Indonesia, is problematic for three reasons: Firstly, the risk to life in making the perilous journey to Australia in barely seaworthy vessels is profound and unacceptable to both the migrants and the defence personnel deployed to intercept them. The humanitarian implications of this situation are very publicly on display and public policy failures are impacting on Australia’s humanitarian reputation internationally and domestically. Secondly, the sheer number of people trying to enter Australia is placing an unmanageable burden on Australia’s systems to receive, shelter and process these people.
KAP is committed to meaningfully deter asylum seekers from boarding boats in Indonesia or any other country in order to seek asylum in Australia. KAP is committed to mitigate the financial cost of asylum seeker interception processing, housing and repatriation to the Australian taxpayer. KAP is committed to demonstrate humanitarian compassion in balance with deterring unacceptably dangerous irregular  maritime arrivals.
KAP is committed to mitigate the financial cost of asylum seeker interception processing, housing and repatriation to the Australian taxpayer. KAP is committed to demonstrate humanitarian compassion in balance with deterring unacceptably dangerous irregular  maritime arrivals. KAP is also committed to reforming the processing of asylum seekers to end the extraordinary waste that is now expended in the industry that has sprung up around the detention of these people.
KAP is committed to demonstrate humanitarian compassion in balance with deterring unacceptably dangerous irregular  maritime arrivals. KAP is also committed to reforming the processing of asylum seekers to end the extraordinary waste that is now expended in the industry that has sprung up around the detention of these people. It is clear that the current bureaucratic process is ineffective and that the Department has no real capacity to competently assess the legitimacy of the claims by asylum seekers.
These temporary visas would also provide conditions in relation to settlement and assimilation into the Australian community, compelling a commitment to Australian culture, and compelling a productive contribution to the Australian economy. Any breach of this kind of social contract would result in termination of the visa. KAP will pursue policies in regard to asylum seekers and border security that: Commit to increase and enhance its fleet of patrol boats (to be made in Australia).
Any breach of this kind of social contract would result in termination of the visa. KAP will pursue policies in regard to asylum seekers and border security that: Commit to increase and enhance its fleet of patrol boats (to be made in Australia). Restrict Australia’s migration zone to the mainland.
KAP will pursue policies in regard to asylum seekers and border security that: Commit to increase and enhance its fleet of patrol boats (to be made in Australia). Restrict Australia’s migration zone to the mainland. Any boat found in Australian waters, that is seaworthy and carrying asylum seekers, shall be turned around and escorted out of Australian waters.
Successful refugees should only be granted temporary visas and conditional release into the community on a strict social contract subject to close electronic monitoring for a probationary period in lieu of detention. Refugees on temporary visas should be employed/deployed in work for the dole type programs, particularly in the construction of their own housing and infrastructure requirements. Climate and Environment
Refugees on temporary visas should be employed/deployed in work for the dole type programs, particularly in the construction of their own housing and infrastructure requirements. Climate and Environment The reality is that we borrow the world from our children and grandchildren and we should strive to leave it in as good or better condition than we found it.
At this time, 97% of published scientific papers support the view that human activity is warming the climate, largely through the extraction of stored fossil fuels and that such warming has a high likelihood of resulting in adverse consequences. This high level of scientific agreement is very unusual and other debates that have ultimately been resolved into widespread agreement have generally achieved a considerably lower level of scientific consensus. The world has been warmer before, but not within the timeframe that we have built our global civilisation.
This high level of scientific agreement is very unusual and other debates that have ultimately been resolved into widespread agreement have generally achieved a considerably lower level of scientific consensus. The world has been warmer before, but not within the timeframe that we have built our global civilisation. This is cause for considerable concern because our civilisation depends on climate stability in order to support the current global human population.
The world has been warmer before, but not within the timeframe that we have built our global civilisation. This is cause for considerable concern because our civilisation depends on climate stability in order to support the current global human population. Global atmospheric carbon dioxide levels are now higher than at any time during the last 3 million years.
Global atmospheric carbon dioxide levels are now higher than at any time during the last 3 million years. These high levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide are also impacting on carbon dioxide levels dissolved in sea water with resultant impacts on pH and likely dramatic ramifications for the entire oceanic food chain. In view of the above points, KAP adopts the precautionary principle and agrees that global carbon dioxide emissions will ultimately need to be constrained to some degree.
These high levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide are also impacting on carbon dioxide levels dissolved in sea water with resultant impacts on pH and likely dramatic ramifications for the entire oceanic food chain. In view of the above points, KAP adopts the precautionary principle and agrees that global carbon dioxide emissions will ultimately need to be constrained to some degree. Those constraints on emissions should remain in place unless or until such time that it can be reliably and scientifically demonstrated that unconstrained carbon dioxide emissions are unlikely to result in costly climatic disturbances.
In view of the above points, KAP adopts the precautionary principle and agrees that global carbon dioxide emissions will ultimately need to be constrained to some degree. Those constraints on emissions should remain in place unless or until such time that it can be reliably and scientifically demonstrated that unconstrained carbon dioxide emissions are unlikely to result in costly climatic disturbances. In regard to the development of new power generation infrastructure, the cost of wind and solar energy systems will be no greater than fossil fuel generation systems.
Bloomberg New Energy Finance notes that wind is already cheaper than new coal or gas fired generation and solar soon will be. These are critical points because renewables are often painted as expensive when compared to fully depreciated forty plus year old fossil fuel plants, but this simplistic cost comparison is not borne out when we fairly compare the cost of renewables against capital cost of new fossil fuel systems required to replace the ageing fleet or meet new demand. There is, however, an ongoing demand for fossil fuels and KAP is committed to responsibly exploit the current energy market to maximise Australia’s competitive advantage in the provision of cleanest possible fossil fuels to meet the ongoing demand for as long as it persists to ensure the best possible economic outcome for Australia
These are critical points because renewables are often painted as expensive when compared to fully depreciated forty plus year old fossil fuel plants, but this simplistic cost comparison is not borne out when we fairly compare the cost of renewables against capital cost of new fossil fuel systems required to replace the ageing fleet or meet new demand. There is, however, an ongoing demand for fossil fuels and KAP is committed to responsibly exploit the current energy market to maximise Australia’s competitive advantage in the provision of cleanest possible fossil fuels to meet the ongoing demand for as long as it persists to ensure the best possible economic outcome for Australia and to extend the jobs in the current energy sector.
There is, however, an ongoing demand for fossil fuels and KAP is committed to responsibly exploit the current energy market to maximise Australia’s competitive advantage in the provision of cleanest possible fossil fuels to meet the ongoing demand for as long as it persists to ensure the best possible economic outcome for Australia and to extend the jobs in the current energy sector. More broadly the same precautionary principles should be applied to other areas of environmental stewardship in relation to mining and extractive industries as well as other areas of human intervention on the land.
and to extend the jobs in the current energy sector. More broadly the same precautionary principles should be applied to other areas of environmental stewardship in relation to mining and extractive industries as well as other areas of human intervention on the land. However, KAP does remain fully committed to the necessary development of natural ecosystems to pursue sustainable production systems to grow the economic prosperity of the nation.
More broadly the same precautionary principles should be applied to other areas of environmental stewardship in relation to mining and extractive industries as well as other areas of human intervention on the land. However, KAP does remain fully committed to the necessary development of natural ecosystems to pursue sustainable production systems to grow the economic prosperity of the nation. In relation to climate and environment KAP will pursue policies that: prevent the extraction of coal seam gas within three kilometres of an aquifer
However, KAP does remain fully committed to the necessary development of natural ecosystems to pursue sustainable production systems to grow the economic prosperity of the nation. In relation to climate and environment KAP will pursue policies that: prevent the extraction of coal seam gas within three kilometres of an aquifer ;
In relation to climate and environment KAP will pursue policies that: prevent the extraction of coal seam gas within three kilometres of an aquifer ; support and extend the Mandatory Renewable Energy Target;
; support and extend the Mandatory Renewable Energy Target; mandate the use of ethanol;
support and extend the Mandatory Renewable Energy Target; mandate the use of ethanol; provide direct and meaningful support to land managers in delivering ecoservices; and
mandate the use of ethanol; provide direct and meaningful support to land managers in delivering ecoservices; and support the right of farmers and other citizens to manage their resources and live without uninvited interference.
provide direct and meaningful support to land managers in delivering ecoservices; and support the right of farmers and other citizens to manage their resources and live without uninvited interference. Education
support the right of farmers and other citizens to manage their resources and live without uninvited interference. Education Australia should be a world leader and innovator in the field of education; but our ranks are slipping, as globally we become less competitive and productive.
Australia should be a world leader and innovator in the field of education; but our ranks are slipping, as globally we become less competitive and productive. In order to provide future generations with the best possible opportunities, we must provide them with the best possible foundation – an education which is second to none! KAP education reforms will ensure that all Australians, regardless of their circumstance, will receive a world class education; that means that not only will these reforms ensure that regardless of the school or State of enrolment, that students will receive the same benefits from the education system,
In order to provide future generations with the best possible opportunities, we must provide them with the best possible foundation – an education which is second to none! KAP education reforms will ensure that all Australians, regardless of their circumstance, will receive a world class education; that means that not only will these reforms ensure that regardless of the school or State of enrolment, that students will receive the same benefits from the education system, but this also means, that the education system must rival any other education system in the world.
KAP education reforms will ensure that all Australians, regardless of their circumstance, will receive a world class education; that means that not only will these reforms ensure that regardless of the school or State of enrolment, that students will receive the same benefits from the education system, but this also means, that the education system must rival any other education system in the world. Australia must aim to close the education gap, internally, within Australia, and externally, with other countries.
but this also means, that the education system must rival any other education system in the world. Australia must aim to close the education gap, internally, within Australia, and externally, with other countries. KAP recognises the necessary reforms required for our education system nationally.
Australia must aim to close the education gap, internally, within Australia, and externally, with other countries. KAP recognises the necessary reforms required for our education system nationally. However, the focus of such reforms should not only focus on budgetary and monetary constraints.
KAP recognises the necessary reforms required for our education system nationally. However, the focus of such reforms should not only focus on budgetary and monetary constraints. What is required is a significant overhaul of the current model used to teach Australia’s children.
In today’s world, a proper education is not an option, but rather it is a necessity. With technological advancements, and an interconnected global economy, Australia must advance to compete. As a country, Australia is facing immediate challenges in terms of productivity and efficiency, the best way to resolve this, is with a better educated, more productive and more efficient workforce;
With technological advancements, and an interconnected global economy, Australia must advance to compete. As a country, Australia is facing immediate challenges in terms of productivity and efficiency, the best way to resolve this, is with a better educated, more productive and more efficient workforce; this will only occur with a significantly improved education system.
As a country, Australia is facing immediate challenges in terms of productivity and efficiency, the best way to resolve this, is with a better educated, more productive and more efficient workforce; this will only occur with a significantly improved education system. Furthermore, teachers, principals and those working to provide our future generations with the best possible opportunities are underpaid, under-appreciated and overworked.
this will only occur with a significantly improved education system. Furthermore, teachers, principals and those working to provide our future generations with the best possible opportunities are underpaid, under-appreciated and overworked. KAP seeks to recognise the contributions of these people, and ensure that the educators throughout Australia are given the appreciation and reward that they deserve.
Furthermore, teachers, principals and those working to provide our future generations with the best possible opportunities are underpaid, under-appreciated and overworked. KAP seeks to recognise the contributions of these people, and ensure that the educators throughout Australia are given the appreciation and reward that they deserve. Background:
KAP seeks to recognise the contributions of these people, and ensure that the educators throughout Australia are given the appreciation and reward that they deserve. Background: The 2011 Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) provides some very sobering statistics as to where Australia stands internationally with respect to education.
Background: The 2011 Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) provides some very sobering statistics as to where Australia stands internationally with respect to education. The following ranks are for students in year four, compared internationally: In reading skills, Australia is ranked 27th out of 45; and in mathematics, 18th out of 45; and in science, 25th out of 45.
The 2011 Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) provides some very sobering statistics as to where Australia stands internationally with respect to education. The following ranks are for students in year four, compared internationally: In reading skills, Australia is ranked 27th out of 45; and in mathematics, 18th out of 45; and in science, 25th out of 45. Furthermore, 24% of year four students did not meet the “intermediate benchmark” for the study, regarded as the minimal acceptable standard of literacy.
The following ranks are for students in year four, compared internationally: In reading skills, Australia is ranked 27th out of 45; and in mathematics, 18th out of 45; and in science, 25th out of 45. Furthermore, 24% of year four students did not meet the “intermediate benchmark” for the study, regarded as the minimal acceptable standard of literacy. Perhaps even more troubling, of the teachers surveyed in conjunction with the study, in year four classrooms, only 75% of students were being taught by teachers who considered themselves “very confident” in the subject matter they were teaching.
Throughout Australia, KAP wants to recruit, promote, reward and most of all, celebrate, great teachers. Undoubtedly, the key to the future success of Australia’s education system is great teaching. KAP proposes that in order to provide a better education to young Australians, we must identify great teaching – and reward it!
Undoubtedly, the key to the future success of Australia’s education system is great teaching. KAP proposes that in order to provide a better education to young Australians, we must identify great teaching – and reward it! In order to provide better outcomes from the education system, we must improve the quality and efficacy of teaching.
KAP proposes that in order to provide a better education to young Australians, we must identify great teaching – and reward it! In order to provide better outcomes from the education system, we must improve the quality and efficacy of teaching. The single most important variable in determining the success of any student is the effectiveness of the teacher.
In order to provide better outcomes from the education system, we must improve the quality and efficacy of teaching. The single most important variable in determining the success of any student is the effectiveness of the teacher. The reason KAP is focussing on the teachers, is that we realise that they are the solution to the education problem; the problem is the system in which they are forced to work.
The single most important variable in determining the success of any student is the effectiveness of the teacher. The reason KAP is focussing on the teachers, is that we realise that they are the solution to the education problem; the problem is the system in which they are forced to work. The question then becomes how do we measure student effectiveness?
The reason KAP is focussing on the teachers, is that we realise that they are the solution to the education problem; the problem is the system in which they are forced to work. The question then becomes how do we measure student effectiveness? Through student growth; that being, it does not matter the standard of the student at the beginning of the school year, only that they have improved under the guidance of their teacher, and are able to do so year after year.
The question then becomes how do we measure student effectiveness? Through student growth; that being, it does not matter the standard of the student at the beginning of the school year, only that they have improved under the guidance of their teacher, and are able to do so year after year. KAP wants to work closely with teachers who are passionate about developing standards and metrics which will allow for a useful and practical evaluation for ensuring student growth.
Through student growth; that being, it does not matter the standard of the student at the beginning of the school year, only that they have improved under the guidance of their teacher, and are able to do so year after year. KAP wants to work closely with teachers who are passionate about developing standards and metrics which will allow for a useful and practical evaluation for ensuring student growth. Upon implementation of such standards and metrics teacher remuneration would be directly linked by providing teachers with a base salary, with additional bonuses paid in accordance with demonstrated student growth.
KAP wants to work closely with teachers who are passionate about developing standards and metrics which will allow for a useful and practical evaluation for ensuring student growth. Upon implementation of such standards and metrics teacher remuneration would be directly linked by providing teachers with a base salary, with additional bonuses paid in accordance with demonstrated student growth. Energy
Upon implementation of such standards and metrics teacher remuneration would be directly linked by providing teachers with a base salary, with additional bonuses paid in accordance with demonstrated student growth. Energy The economy is completely underwritten by the energy market in Australia.
Energy The economy is completely underwritten by the energy market in Australia. The challenge remains to provide adequate supply cheaply for today’s consumers while ensuring that the impact of the generation and consumption of that energy is not unfairly borne by future generations.
The economy is completely underwritten by the energy market in Australia. The challenge remains to provide adequate supply cheaply for today’s consumers while ensuring that the impact of the generation and consumption of that energy is not unfairly borne by future generations. The energy market in Australia is complex and encompasses all forms from liquid, gas and solid fuel systems to renewables like solar, hydro, wind and geothermal systems.
The challenge remains to provide adequate supply cheaply for today’s consumers while ensuring that the impact of the generation and consumption of that energy is not unfairly borne by future generations. The energy market in Australia is complex and encompasses all forms from liquid, gas and solid fuel systems to renewables like solar, hydro, wind and geothermal systems. The consumption of energy is also wide ranging in utilisation of electricity for stationary applications to fuels for transport and industry.
The energy market in Australia is complex and encompasses all forms from liquid, gas and solid fuel systems to renewables like solar, hydro, wind and geothermal systems. The consumption of energy is also wide ranging in utilisation of electricity for stationary applications to fuels for transport and industry. From a consumptive perspective the major energy products consumed in Australia are approximately coal (37%), oil products (35%), gas (23%) and renewables (5%).
The consumption of energy is also wide ranging in utilisation of electricity for stationary applications to fuels for transport and industry. From a consumptive perspective the major energy products consumed in Australia are approximately coal (37%), oil products (35%), gas (23%) and renewables (5%). Electricity has been primarily the domain of state governments historically, however increasingly the emergence of the interstate transmission grid has shifted the responsibility.
From a consumptive perspective the major energy products consumed in Australia are approximately coal (37%), oil products (35%), gas (23%) and renewables (5%). Electricity has been primarily the domain of state governments historically, however increasingly the emergence of the interstate transmission grid has shifted the responsibility. Increasingly there is an emerging conflict between corporatisation and full privatisation of electricity assets.
Electricity has been primarily the domain of state governments historically, however increasingly the emergence of the interstate transmission grid has shifted the responsibility. Increasingly there is an emerging conflict between corporatisation and full privatisation of electricity assets. The ownership of generation and transmission assets is of primary concern to the national interests of Australia and a rethink of the role of the federal government in this space is now warranted.
Increasingly there is an emerging conflict between corporatisation and full privatisation of electricity assets. The ownership of generation and transmission assets is of primary concern to the national interests of Australia and a rethink of the role of the federal government in this space is now warranted. Approximately 85% of Australian electricity is currently generated on simple cycle thermal coal fired power stations.
The ownership of generation and transmission assets is of primary concern to the national interests of Australia and a rethink of the role of the federal government in this space is now warranted. Approximately 85% of Australian electricity is currently generated on simple cycle thermal coal fired power stations. This generation technology is nearly a century old and the full impacts of this generation system will not be fully borne for generations to come.
Approximately 85% of Australian electricity is currently generated on simple cycle thermal coal fired power stations. This generation technology is nearly a century old and the full impacts of this generation system will not be fully borne for generations to come. Notwithstanding the long term impacts of relatively inefficient generation of 33% in energy conversion, the current electricity prices do not include capital or replacement costs for the fleet of generators that are fast approaching their decommissioning as they literally wear out.
This generation technology is nearly a century old and the full impacts of this generation system will not be fully borne for generations to come. Notwithstanding the long term impacts of relatively inefficient generation of 33% in energy conversion, the current electricity prices do not include capital or replacement costs for the fleet of generators that are fast approaching their decommissioning as they literally wear out. Major generators are now coming off line and increasingly running below capacity.
Notwithstanding the long term impacts of relatively inefficient generation of 33% in energy conversion, the current electricity prices do not include capital or replacement costs for the fleet of generators that are fast approaching their decommissioning as they literally wear out. Major generators are now coming off line and increasingly running below capacity. It is becoming urgent to make decisions on infrastructure in this sector to ensure the Australian economy is not exposed to increasing volatility in supply and price of electricity.
Major generators are now coming off line and increasingly running below capacity. It is becoming urgent to make decisions on infrastructure in this sector to ensure the Australian economy is not exposed to increasing volatility in supply and price of electricity. Newer generation technologies must be incorporated to dramatically reduce the climate impact of our electricity needs.
It is becoming urgent to make decisions on infrastructure in this sector to ensure the Australian economy is not exposed to increasing volatility in supply and price of electricity. Newer generation technologies must be incorporated to dramatically reduce the climate impact of our electricity needs. For example, combined cycle gas turbines are much more efficient generators in the energy conversion sense, approaching 60%, effectively halving greenhouse gas emissions per kilowatt hour.
Newer generation technologies must be incorporated to dramatically reduce the climate impact of our electricity needs. For example, combined cycle gas turbines are much more efficient generators in the energy conversion sense, approaching 60%, effectively halving greenhouse gas emissions per kilowatt hour. However there needs to be a much greater emphasis on incorporating renewables and newer technologies into the generation mix to replace the ageing fleet of generators in an orderly fashion without exposing the economy to price or supply shocks.
For example, combined cycle gas turbines are much more efficient generators in the energy conversion sense, approaching 60%, effectively halving greenhouse gas emissions per kilowatt hour. However there needs to be a much greater emphasis on incorporating renewables and newer technologies into the generation mix to replace the ageing fleet of generators in an orderly fashion without exposing the economy to price or supply shocks. Beyond electricity, Australian energy demands are massive in the form of oil and gas products.
However there needs to be a much greater emphasis on incorporating renewables and newer technologies into the generation mix to replace the ageing fleet of generators in an orderly fashion without exposing the economy to price or supply shocks. Beyond electricity, Australian energy demands are massive in the form of oil and gas products. Currently Australia consumes approximately 18.5 billion litres of diesel and 2.7 billion litres of petrol annually.
Beyond electricity, Australian energy demands are massive in the form of oil and gas products. Currently Australia consumes approximately 18.5 billion litres of diesel and 2.7 billion litres of petrol annually. Intuitively diesel is more geared to commerce and industry with mining consuming approximately 30%, transport approximately 35% and agriculture about 2% of annual diesel usage.
Currently Australia consumes approximately 18.5 billion litres of diesel and 2.7 billion litres of petrol annually. Intuitively diesel is more geared to commerce and industry with mining consuming approximately 30%, transport approximately 35% and agriculture about 2% of annual diesel usage. Gas consumption currently stands at approximately 210,000 GJ of which manufacturing consumes approximately 40% and electricity and heating consume approximately 42%.
Intuitively diesel is more geared to commerce and industry with mining consuming approximately 30%, transport approximately 35% and agriculture about 2% of annual diesel usage. Gas consumption currently stands at approximately 210,000 GJ of which manufacturing consumes approximately 40% and electricity and heating consume approximately 42%. Clearly Australia is heavily dependent on fossil fuels to meet current demand.
Gas consumption currently stands at approximately 210,000 GJ of which manufacturing consumes approximately 40% and electricity and heating consume approximately 42%. Clearly Australia is heavily dependent on fossil fuels to meet current demand. It is unlikely that the current energy demands can be met cost effectively in the short to medium term through renewables.
Clearly Australia is heavily dependent on fossil fuels to meet current demand. It is unlikely that the current energy demands can be met cost effectively in the short to medium term through renewables. However, current assets and infrastructure deployed in the Australian economy are unacceptably exposed to increasing fuel cost and supply volatility.
It is unlikely that the current energy demands can be met cost effectively in the short to medium term through renewables. However, current assets and infrastructure deployed in the Australian economy are unacceptably exposed to increasing fuel cost and supply volatility. The “just in time” practice of supply in modern supply chains dramatically increases the social and economic risks associated with disruptions in the energy sector.
However, current assets and infrastructure deployed in the Australian economy are unacceptably exposed to increasing fuel cost and supply volatility. The “just in time” practice of supply in modern supply chains dramatically increases the social and economic risks associated with disruptions in the energy sector. The Australian government has a responsibility to assure adequate supply at an affordable and stable price to ensure long term economic prosperity and effective public utility.
The “just in time” practice of supply in modern supply chains dramatically increases the social and economic risks associated with disruptions in the energy sector. The Australian government has a responsibility to assure adequate supply at an affordable and stable price to ensure long term economic prosperity and effective public utility. KAP will pursue policies that: Retain essential energy generation and transmission assets in suitable structures to ensure the public good and national interests are best served, including caveats on private investment
The Australian government has a responsibility to assure adequate supply at an affordable and stable price to ensure long term economic prosperity and effective public utility. KAP will pursue policies that: Retain essential energy generation and transmission assets in suitable structures to ensure the public good and national interests are best served, including caveats on private investment Establish an independent energy authority to ensure political expedience is disempowered in the development and implementation of the national energy plan
KAP will pursue policies that: Retain essential energy generation and transmission assets in suitable structures to ensure the public good and national interests are best served, including caveats on private investment Establish an independent energy authority to ensure political expedience is disempowered in the development and implementation of the national energy plan Develop a robust and effective national energy plan by 2015 to deliver energy security to the Australian economy with a tactical response to 2030 and a strategic positioning to 2050.
Establish an independent energy authority to ensure political expedience is disempowered in the development and implementation of the national energy plan Develop a robust and effective national energy plan by 2015 to deliver energy security to the Australian economy with a tactical response to 2030 and a strategic positioning to 2050. Invest in the national grid to improve generation and transmission efficiency both in terms of cost
Develop a robust and effective national energy plan by 2015 to deliver energy security to the Australian economy with a tactical response to 2030 and a strategic positioning to 2050. Invest in the national grid to improve generation and transmission efficiency both in terms of cost and also environmental impact
Invest in the national grid to improve generation and transmission efficiency both in terms of cost and also environmental impact Provide generational equity in the investment and deployment of Australian resources to achieve a stable energy future
and also environmental impact Provide generational equity in the investment and deployment of Australian resources to achieve a stable energy future Implement resource reserves that protect Australian supply of resources to meet domestic energy needs ahead of export demand
Provide generational equity in the investment and deployment of Australian resources to achieve a stable energy future Implement resource reserves that protect Australian supply of resources to meet domestic energy needs ahead of export demand Support small business to optimise their energy efficiency and minimise energy demand, acknowledging the potential poverty traps that are increasingly occurring where time and cash poor businesses are effectively unable to mitigate rising energy costs.
Implement resource reserves that protect Australian supply of resources to meet domestic energy needs ahead of export demand Support small business to optimise their energy efficiency and minimise energy demand, acknowledging the potential poverty traps that are increasingly occurring where time and cash poor businesses are effectively unable to mitigate rising energy costs. Encourage ongoing consumptive energy optimisation to mitigate rising energy costs to contain inflationary pressures to cost of living
Support small business to optimise their energy efficiency and minimise energy demand, acknowledging the potential poverty traps that are increasingly occurring where time and cash poor businesses are effectively unable to mitigate rising energy costs. Encourage ongoing consumptive energy optimisation to mitigate rising energy costs to contain inflationary pressures to cost of living Essential public assets and infrastructure
Encourage ongoing consumptive energy optimisation to mitigate rising energy costs to contain inflationary pressures to cost of living Essential public assets and infrastructure It appears that up until the 1970s, Australian governments and industry were capable of conceiving spectacular nation building engineering works that significantly and purposefully added to the productivity and capital base of the country.
Essential public assets and infrastructure It appears that up until the 1970s, Australian governments and industry were capable of conceiving spectacular nation building engineering works that significantly and purposefully added to the productivity and capital base of the country. These assets included power stations and transmission lines, ports, railways, roads, grain handling facilities, airports, and dams.
It appears that up until the 1970s, Australian governments and industry were capable of conceiving spectacular nation building engineering works that significantly and purposefully added to the productivity and capital base of the country. These assets included power stations and transmission lines, ports, railways, roads, grain handling facilities, airports, and dams. Since then, we have seen increasing divestment by all levels of government of public built and funded infrastructure and assets.
These assets included power stations and transmission lines, ports, railways, roads, grain handling facilities, airports, and dams. Since then, we have seen increasing divestment by all levels of government of public built and funded infrastructure and assets. The rationale that suggests that a commercial entity can better manage and maintain our essential assets than our Government, is an indictment on the quality of management in the public sector.
Since then, we have seen increasing divestment by all levels of government of public built and funded infrastructure and assets. The rationale that suggests that a commercial entity can better manage and maintain our essential assets than our Government, is an indictment on the quality of management in the public sector. Such a revelation should prompt the reform of the public asset management capacity, rather than a weak capitulation to inadequate public service and subsequent sale of essential assets.
The rationale that suggests that a commercial entity can better manage and maintain our essential assets than our Government, is an indictment on the quality of management in the public sector. Such a revelation should prompt the reform of the public asset management capacity, rather than a weak capitulation to inadequate public service and subsequent sale of essential assets. Often, the public assets and essential services that are sold off by government provide monopolistic market power to the purchaser.
Such a revelation should prompt the reform of the public asset management capacity, rather than a weak capitulation to inadequate public service and subsequent sale of essential assets. Often, the public assets and essential services that are sold off by government provide monopolistic market power to the purchaser. The general trend is an immediate and short-term cost benefit to consumers as part of the purchase contract undertakings, but ultimately the cost of service or access increases disproportionately.
Often, the public assets and essential services that are sold off by government provide monopolistic market power to the purchaser. The general trend is an immediate and short-term cost benefit to consumers as part of the purchase contract undertakings, but ultimately the cost of service or access increases disproportionately. KAP is strongly opposed to the sale of essential public infrastructure.
The general trend is an immediate and short-term cost benefit to consumers as part of the purchase contract undertakings, but ultimately the cost of service or access increases disproportionately. KAP is strongly opposed to the sale of essential public infrastructure. KAP is strongly opposed to the notion that a commercial entity with strong financial motivation to act in self-interest can better manage essential services in the national interest.
KAP is strongly opposed to the sale of essential public infrastructure. KAP is strongly opposed to the notion that a commercial entity with strong financial motivation to act in self-interest can better manage essential services in the national interest. One of the main triggers for the sale of public infrastructure is the run down in these assets and associated ongoing maintenance and renewal costs.
KAP is strongly opposed to the notion that a commercial entity with strong financial motivation to act in self-interest can better manage essential services in the national interest. One of the main triggers for the sale of public infrastructure is the run down in these assets and associated ongoing maintenance and renewal costs. This results in depressed asset pricing at sale.
One of the main triggers for the sale of public infrastructure is the run down in these assets and associated ongoing maintenance and renewal costs. This results in depressed asset pricing at sale. Often the real strategic value of the assets is not realised which means the tax payer ends up paying for the initial asset and subsequently, once the asset is privatised, paying for it again to the new commercial owners who seek a handsome profit on an asset that has been subsidised to them by the tax payer.
This results in depressed asset pricing at sale. Often the real strategic value of the assets is not realised which means the tax payer ends up paying for the initial asset and subsequently, once the asset is privatised, paying for it again to the new commercial owners who seek a handsome profit on an asset that has been subsidised to them by the tax payer. The decision to sell assets is often short-term rationale in relation to election cycle budget timeframes.
Often the real strategic value of the assets is not realised which means the tax payer ends up paying for the initial asset and subsequently, once the asset is privatised, paying for it again to the new commercial owners who seek a handsome profit on an asset that has been subsidised to them by the tax payer. The decision to sell assets is often short-term rationale in relation to election cycle budget timeframes. If this rationale had been at the front of mind of the nation at its inception, no nation building infrastructure would exist today.
The decision to sell assets is often short-term rationale in relation to election cycle budget timeframes. If this rationale had been at the front of mind of the nation at its inception, no nation building infrastructure would exist today. It is essential that this thinking be reversed to facilitate retention and maintenance of existing infrastructure and to deliver new projects of meaningful benefit to the nation.
If this rationale had been at the front of mind of the nation at its inception, no nation building infrastructure would exist today. It is essential that this thinking be reversed to facilitate retention and maintenance of existing infrastructure and to deliver new projects of meaningful benefit to the nation. KAP is committed to ongoing investment in public infrastructure and the ongoing and timely maintenance of these assets for the benefit of all Australians now and in the future.
It is essential that this thinking be reversed to facilitate retention and maintenance of existing infrastructure and to deliver new projects of meaningful benefit to the nation. KAP is committed to ongoing investment in public infrastructure and the ongoing and timely maintenance of these assets for the benefit of all Australians now and in the future. KAP is fully committed to investment in infrastructure for communications to ensure adequate capacity to support ongoing business investment across all of Australia and that rural and regional based people are not significantly disadvantaged.
KAP is committed to ongoing investment in public infrastructure and the ongoing and timely maintenance of these assets for the benefit of all Australians now and in the future. KAP is fully committed to investment in infrastructure for communications to ensure adequate capacity to support ongoing business investment across all of Australia and that rural and regional based people are not significantly disadvantaged. However, the political hype around the National Broadband Network (NBN), is a disturbing example of the politicisation of public investment with overstated benefits of fibre to home infrastructure and gross incompetence with underestimated costs and a subsequent blowout of over fifty billion dollars.
KAP is fully committed to investment in infrastructure for communications to ensure adequate capacity to support ongoing business investment across all of Australia and that rural and regional based people are not significantly disadvantaged. However, the political hype around the National Broadband Network (NBN), is a disturbing example of the politicisation of public investment with overstated benefits of fibre to home infrastructure and gross incompetence with underestimated costs and a subsequent blowout of over fifty billion dollars. KAP will pursue policies that: promote the construction of new dams for irrigation and hydro electricity generation
However, the political hype around the National Broadband Network (NBN), is a disturbing example of the politicisation of public investment with overstated benefits of fibre to home infrastructure and gross incompetence with underestimated costs and a subsequent blowout of over fifty billion dollars. KAP will pursue policies that: promote the construction of new dams for irrigation and hydro electricity generation deliver better road and rail infrastructure to facilitate regional investment;
KAP will pursue policies that: promote the construction of new dams for irrigation and hydro electricity generation deliver better road and rail infrastructure to facilitate regional investment; deliver more effective and efficient power transmission networks;
deliver more effective and efficient power transmission networks; mandate a national interest test to the privatisation of any public assets; prevent the sale of essential assets, public or private, including agricultural land and resource assets, to foreign companies and/or sovereign entities without caveats to protect the national interest;
mandate a national interest test to the privatisation of any public assets; prevent the sale of essential assets, public or private, including agricultural land and resource assets, to foreign companies and/or sovereign entities without caveats to protect the national interest; and establish and promote a government bond market with a guaranteed yield of 5% for Australian citizens and super funds to establish a pool of money specifically for investment in infrastructure.
prevent the sale of essential assets, public or private, including agricultural land and resource assets, to foreign companies and/or sovereign entities without caveats to protect the national interest; and establish and promote a government bond market with a guaranteed yield of 5% for Australian citizens and super funds to establish a pool of money specifically for investment in infrastructure. First Australians
and establish and promote a government bond market with a guaranteed yield of 5% for Australian citizens and super funds to establish a pool of money specifically for investment in infrastructure. First Australians Australian Aboriginal people are undeniably our First Australians.
It is essential that Aboriginal people have the opportunity and incentive to operate their land profitably and with purpose. KAP is committed to programs of support that engage Aboriginal people constructively in the broader Australian community and economy with equality. KAP will pursue policies that: provide inalienable title over Aboriginal lands either collectively or individually to Aboriginal people
KAP is committed to programs of support that engage Aboriginal people constructively in the broader Australian community and economy with equality. KAP will pursue policies that: provide inalienable title over Aboriginal lands either collectively or individually to Aboriginal people end compulsory draconian and discriminatory “intervention and prohibition” laws and provide authority to community leaders to establish their own governance;
KAP will pursue policies that: provide inalienable title over Aboriginal lands either collectively or individually to Aboriginal people end compulsory draconian and discriminatory “intervention and prohibition” laws and provide authority to community leaders to establish their own governance; and maintain and extend the Community Development Employment Program and engage Aboriginal people in civil construction projects including building and maintenance of housing for their own communities.
end compulsory draconian and discriminatory “intervention and prohibition” laws and provide authority to community leaders to establish their own governance; and maintain and extend the Community Development Employment Program and engage Aboriginal people in civil construction projects including building and maintenance of housing for their own communities. Managing public services commercially
and maintain and extend the Community Development Employment Program and engage Aboriginal people in civil construction projects including building and maintenance of housing for their own communities. Managing public services commercially It is increasingly important that the public service be modernised in the context of improving productivity and reconnecting the sector with best commercial practice.
Managing public services commercially It is increasingly important that the public service be modernised in the context of improving productivity and reconnecting the sector with best commercial practice. There is ample evidence of financial waste and damage including loss of life as a result of poor bureaucratic process with little or no accountability.
It is increasingly important that the public service be modernised in the context of improving productivity and reconnecting the sector with best commercial practice. There is ample evidence of financial waste and damage including loss of life as a result of poor bureaucratic process with little or no accountability. Increasingly the public service has become over administrated.
There is ample evidence of financial waste and damage including loss of life as a result of poor bureaucratic process with little or no accountability. Increasingly the public service has become over administrated. It appears that the emphasis within the public service has increasingly moved away from a performance based culture and there are few if any meaningful parameters to review performance collectively or individually.
Increasingly the public service has become over administrated. It appears that the emphasis within the public service has increasingly moved away from a performance based culture and there are few if any meaningful parameters to review performance collectively or individually. Since the Liberal National Government took office in Queensland, there have been 14,000 front line jobs cut,.
It appears that the emphasis within the public service has increasingly moved away from a performance based culture and there are few if any meaningful parameters to review performance collectively or individually. Since the Liberal National Government took office in Queensland, there have been 14,000 front line jobs cut,. but at the same time we have seen more than a 10% increase in the number of senior bureaucrats who earn over $100,000 per annum
Since the Liberal National Government took office in Queensland, there have been 14,000 front line jobs cut,. but at the same time we have seen more than a 10% increase in the number of senior bureaucrats who earn over $100,000 per annum This highlights the cultural shift away from delivery of services to tax payers in a meaningful or commercially relevant way by Government and is indicative of an increasingly disconnected Government culture nationally.
but at the same time we have seen more than a 10% increase in the number of senior bureaucrats who earn over $100,000 per annum This highlights the cultural shift away from delivery of services to tax payers in a meaningful or commercially relevant way by Government and is indicative of an increasingly disconnected Government culture nationally. The provision of health,
This highlights the cultural shift away from delivery of services to tax payers in a meaningful or commercially relevant way by Government and is indicative of an increasingly disconnected Government culture nationally. The provision of health, Education,
The provision of health, Education, Defence,
Education, Defence, , and social security services
Defence, , and social security services are the most important sectors of public service interaction with the community where administration is overshadowing front line delivery.
, and social security services are the most important sectors of public service interaction with the community where administration is overshadowing front line delivery. This overly bureaucratic culture is out of step with the broader private sector.
are the most important sectors of public service interaction with the community where administration is overshadowing front line delivery. This overly bureaucratic culture is out of step with the broader private sector. The subsequent culture of self-assessment by Government has in effect created a feedback loop that reinforces the bureaucratic system to amplify it’s disconnect from the expectations and needs of the nongovernment sector.
This overly bureaucratic culture is out of step with the broader private sector. The subsequent culture of self-assessment by Government has in effect created a feedback loop that reinforces the bureaucratic system to amplify it’s disconnect from the expectations and needs of the nongovernment sector. In addition there appears to be an increasing trend to politicise investment strategies that severely curtail necessary rigour in costing and assessing impacts of public investment programs.
The subsequent culture of self-assessment by Government has in effect created a feedback loop that reinforces the bureaucratic system to amplify it’s disconnect from the expectations and needs of the nongovernment sector. In addition there appears to be an increasing trend to politicise investment strategies that severely curtail necessary rigour in costing and assessing impacts of public investment programs. The political hype around the NBN is an excellent example of the politicisation of public investment with overstated benefits of fibre to home infrastructure and gross incompetence with underestimated costs and a subsequent blowout of over fifty billion dollars.
In addition there appears to be an increasing trend to politicise investment strategies that severely curtail necessary rigour in costing and assessing impacts of public investment programs. The political hype around the NBN is an excellent example of the politicisation of public investment with overstated benefits of fibre to home infrastructure and gross incompetence with underestimated costs and a subsequent blowout of over fifty billion dollars. KAP is committed to holding the public service sector to account in regards the delivery of services in the same way any successful private sector business operates.
The political hype around the NBN is an excellent example of the politicisation of public investment with overstated benefits of fibre to home infrastructure and gross incompetence with underestimated costs and a subsequent blowout of over fifty billion dollars. KAP is committed to holding the public service sector to account in regards the delivery of services in the same way any successful private sector business operates. KAP is committed to reforming the culture of senior levels of bureaucracy to ensure they are connected to and focussed on the needs of the tax payers they serve.
KAP is committed to holding the public service sector to account in regards the delivery of services in the same way any successful private sector business operates. KAP is committed to reforming the culture of senior levels of bureaucracy to ensure they are connected to and focussed on the needs of the tax payers they serve. KAP is very conscious of the need to support individuals in the system and condemns the failure of Government to instil the necessary culture in the service.
KAP is committed to reforming the culture of senior levels of bureaucracy to ensure they are connected to and focussed on the needs of the tax payers they serve. KAP is very conscious of the need to support individuals in the system and condemns the failure of Government to instil the necessary culture in the service. KAP is not intending to erode pay and salaries for the public service sector of the economy.
KAP is very conscious of the need to support individuals in the system and condemns the failure of Government to instil the necessary culture in the service. KAP is not intending to erode pay and salaries for the public service sector of the economy. KAP is committed to improving the productivity of the public service in terms of service delivery.
KAP is not intending to erode pay and salaries for the public service sector of the economy. KAP is committed to improving the productivity of the public service in terms of service delivery. KAP will seek reform policies that: introduce and apply the right Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to the performance assessment of all bureaucrat managers;
KAP is committed to improving the productivity of the public service in terms of service delivery. KAP will seek reform policies that: introduce and apply the right Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to the performance assessment of all bureaucrat managers; review the APS or EL remuneration pay scale of all bureaucrat managers based on their performance and achievement against meaningful KPIs;
KAP will seek reform policies that: introduce and apply the right Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to the performance assessment of all bureaucrat managers; review the APS or EL remuneration pay scale of all bureaucrat managers based on their performance and achievement against meaningful KPIs; curtail the cost blowout of the NBN and restrict the rollout of fibre to the node rather than to the home;
review the APS or EL remuneration pay scale of all bureaucrat managers based on their performance and achievement against meaningful KPIs; curtail the cost blowout of the NBN and restrict the rollout of fibre to the node rather than to the home; ;  encourage and protect whistle blowers as an important method of discovery of the real health and performance of the public sector;
curtail the cost blowout of the NBN and restrict the rollout of fibre to the node rather than to the home; ;  encourage and protect whistle blowers as an important method of discovery of the real health and performance of the public sector; and implement regular, random, independent and external professional audits of the public service sector.
;  encourage and protect whistle blowers as an important method of discovery of the real health and performance of the public sector; and implement regular, random, independent and external professional audits of the public service sector. Protecting Australian jobs and Australian  business
and implement regular, random, independent and external professional audits of the public service sector. Protecting Australian jobs and Australian  business KAP is committed to maintaining a productive and affluent workforce.
Protecting Australian jobs and Australian  business KAP is committed to maintaining a productive and affluent workforce. It is essential that Australian businesses are able to compete internationally.
KAP is committed to maintaining a productive and affluent workforce. It is essential that Australian businesses are able to compete internationally. Australia’s necessary commitment to maintain a high standard of living to provide adequate health and aged care,
It is essential that Australian businesses are able to compete internationally. Australia’s necessary commitment to maintain a high standard of living to provide adequate health and aged care, education
Australia’s necessary commitment to maintain a high standard of living to provide adequate health and aged care, education and infrastructure requires
education and infrastructure requires a strong economy, which is underpinned equally by an affluent work force and thriving business sector.
and infrastructure requires a strong economy, which is underpinned equally by an affluent work force and thriving business sector. It is clear that foreign owned corporations and big business have a capacity and will to undermine Australian pay and conditions.
a strong economy, which is underpinned equally by an affluent work force and thriving business sector. It is clear that foreign owned corporations and big business have a capacity and will to undermine Australian pay and conditions. It is also clear that Australian labour costs are higher than in many competing nations, increasing the economic pressure on margins for goods and services that are subject to international competition.
It is clear that foreign owned corporations and big business have a capacity and will to undermine Australian pay and conditions. It is also clear that Australian labour costs are higher than in many competing nations, increasing the economic pressure on margins for goods and services that are subject to international competition. However, labour costs for Australian manufacturing, which has been hit hard by international competition, only attribute about 17% of the total costs in manufacturing.
It is also clear that Australian labour costs are higher than in many competing nations, increasing the economic pressure on margins for goods and services that are subject to international competition. However, labour costs for Australian manufacturing, which has been hit hard by international competition, only attribute about 17% of the total costs in manufacturing. This indicates that the solution to the pressures on international competitiveness are in fact much more complex than adjusting the labour market.
However, labour costs for Australian manufacturing, which has been hit hard by international competition, only attribute about 17% of the total costs in manufacturing. This indicates that the solution to the pressures on international competitiveness are in fact much more complex than adjusting the labour market. It is clear that if labour pay and conditions are undermined and more financial pressure is brought to bear on the workforce generally, the economy will implode.
This indicates that the solution to the pressures on international competitiveness are in fact much more complex than adjusting the labour market. It is clear that if labour pay and conditions are undermined and more financial pressure is brought to bear on the workforce generally, the economy will implode. Decreasing the rate of pay and/or the rate of employment results in less taxes to government, less money to business, less money to the private sector, resulting an almost immediate recession.
It is clear that if labour pay and conditions are undermined and more financial pressure is brought to bear on the workforce generally, the economy will implode. Decreasing the rate of pay and/or the rate of employment results in less taxes to government, less money to business, less money to the private sector, resulting an almost immediate recession. Any decline in the utilisation of a skilled workforce in Australia will simultaneously result in the decline of training for a skilled workforce.
Decreasing the rate of pay and/or the rate of employment results in less taxes to government, less money to business, less money to the private sector, resulting an almost immediate recession. Any decline in the utilisation of a skilled workforce in Australia will simultaneously result in the decline of training for a skilled workforce. This will create a long-term crisis in Australia’s ability to maintain a first world standard of workmanship on critical specialist services.
Any decline in the utilisation of a skilled workforce in Australia will simultaneously result in the decline of training for a skilled workforce. This will create a long-term crisis in Australia’s ability to maintain a first world standard of workmanship on critical specialist services. KAP is committed to protecting Australian jobs and maximising the productivity of the workforce to increase employment rates in terms of people in paid work, and more importantly, the people in full time work.
This will create a long-term crisis in Australia’s ability to maintain a first world standard of workmanship on critical specialist services. KAP is committed to protecting Australian jobs and maximising the productivity of the workforce to increase employment rates in terms of people in paid work, and more importantly, the people in full time work. KAP is committed to achieving this through considered policies that actually support the industries and businesses that provide the employment opportunities, with a particular emphasis on small business.
KAP is committed to protecting Australian jobs and maximising the productivity of the workforce to increase employment rates in terms of people in paid work, and more importantly, the people in full time work. KAP is committed to achieving this through considered policies that actually support the industries and businesses that provide the employment opportunities, with a particular emphasis on small business. Specifically, KAP will pursue policies that increase demand for Australian products and support Australian jobs and that will: ensure that all Australian Governments purchase only Australian manufactured vehicles where there is an Australian made vehicle suitable for the role;
KAP is committed to achieving this through considered policies that actually support the industries and businesses that provide the employment opportunities, with a particular emphasis on small business. Specifically, KAP will pursue policies that increase demand for Australian products and support Australian jobs and that will: ensure that all Australian Governments purchase only Australian manufactured vehicles where there is an Australian made vehicle suitable for the role; mandate the use of ethanol in all Australian petrol to stimulate regional economies in the grain and sugar industries;
Specifically, KAP will pursue policies that increase demand for Australian products and support Australian jobs and that will: ensure that all Australian Governments purchase only Australian manufactured vehicles where there is an Australian made vehicle suitable for the role; mandate the use of ethanol in all Australian petrol to stimulate regional economies in the grain and sugar industries; ensure that all uniforms purchased on Australian government funded contracts are manufactured in Australia using Australian materials where they are fit for purpose;
stop the use of 457 visas by big business as a means to replace or undermine Australian workers and Australian award pay and conditions; mandate premium shelf space on Australian supermarkets for Australian manufactured goods; aggressively wind back the market share and/or market power of monopolistic companies that control access to markets for Australian small business, like Coles, Woolworths, Graincorp, Glencore and CBH
mandate premium shelf space on Australian supermarkets for Australian manufactured goods; aggressively wind back the market share and/or market power of monopolistic companies that control access to markets for Australian small business, like Coles, Woolworths, Graincorp, Glencore and CBH commission Australian made naval vessels, including a new fleet of border protection patrol boats;
aggressively wind back the market share and/or market power of monopolistic companies that control access to markets for Australian small business, like Coles, Woolworths, Graincorp, Glencore and CBH commission Australian made naval vessels, including a new fleet of border protection patrol boats; reduce interest rates and bring down the Australian dollar;
commission Australian made naval vessels, including a new fleet of border protection patrol boats; reduce interest rates and bring down the Australian dollar; modify competition policy to give small business the same rights under the law as consumers; and
reduce interest rates and bring down the Australian dollar; modify competition policy to give small business the same rights under the law as consumers; and provide public sector investment in a range of infrastructure initiatives, such as dams, roads, railways, and airports.
modify competition policy to give small business the same rights under the law as consumers; and provide public sector investment in a range of infrastructure initiatives, such as dams, roads, railways, and airports. Rural affairs and agriculture
provide public sector investment in a range of infrastructure initiatives, such as dams, roads, railways, and airports. Rural affairs and agriculture Agriculture is the PRIMARY INDUSTRY in the Australian economy.
No civilisation in history has survived long after it foregoes the importance of the economic viability of its agricultural production base. Australia is one of the few countries that expects its agricultural producers to subsidise consumers domestically and internationally, by being forced to compete in markets with foreign producers who are heavily subsidised to increase production with little or no exposure to market or production risk. In 1996, the National Farmers Federation (NFF) posed a question: “Why have farmers’ high productivity performance not translated to a more satisfactory profitability outcome for Australian farmers?”
Australia is one of the few countries that expects its agricultural producers to subsidise consumers domestically and internationally, by being forced to compete in markets with foreign producers who are heavily subsidised to increase production with little or no exposure to market or production risk. In 1996, the National Farmers Federation (NFF) posed a question: “Why have farmers’ high productivity performance not translated to a more satisfactory profitability outcome for Australian farmers?” In 2013 they are still asking the same question.
In 1996, the National Farmers Federation (NFF) posed a question: “Why have farmers’ high productivity performance not translated to a more satisfactory profitability outcome for Australian farmers?” In 2013 they are still asking the same question. The aggressive trade liberalisation ideology pursued by consecutive governments over the past two decades has severely damaged rural industries and their communities.
In effect, the agricultural economy will always fall behind the broader economy with the free market mentality that economic rationalists have so fervently and recklessly pursued. Free marketers are killing Australian agriculture and by extrapolation, rural and regional Australia and all industries that feed off it. There is a public and politically promoted notion that it is the role of Australian farmers to meet the increasing global food challenge.
Free marketers are killing Australian agriculture and by extrapolation, rural and regional Australia and all industries that feed off it. There is a public and politically promoted notion that it is the role of Australian farmers to meet the increasing global food challenge. The reality is that Australian farmers are business people and their primary obligation is to feed, clothe and educate their own families and those who work for them.
There is a public and politically promoted notion that it is the role of Australian farmers to meet the increasing global food challenge. The reality is that Australian farmers are business people and their primary obligation is to feed, clothe and educate their own families and those who work for them. This is becoming increasingly difficult.
The reality is that Australian farmers are business people and their primary obligation is to feed, clothe and educate their own families and those who work for them. This is becoming increasingly difficult. If society generally wants Australian farmers to feed the world then there needs to be a strong market signal sent that underpins the economic success of current and future farmers.
This is becoming increasingly difficult. If society generally wants Australian farmers to feed the world then there needs to be a strong market signal sent that underpins the economic success of current and future farmers. KAP is committed to Australian agriculture and rural and regional Australia and believes that supporting Australian farmers will provide the necessary economic stimulation to reinvigorate this sector of the economy and ultimately underpin the Australian economy.
If society generally wants Australian farmers to feed the world then there needs to be a strong market signal sent that underpins the economic success of current and future farmers. KAP is committed to Australian agriculture and rural and regional Australia and believes that supporting Australian farmers will provide the necessary economic stimulation to reinvigorate this sector of the economy and ultimately underpin the Australian economy. KAP will pursue policies that: mandate ethanol use in Australia, providing structural support to grain and sugar industries;
KAP is committed to Australian agriculture and rural and regional Australia and believes that supporting Australian farmers will provide the necessary economic stimulation to reinvigorate this sector of the economy and ultimately underpin the Australian economy. KAP will pursue policies that: mandate ethanol use in Australia, providing structural support to grain and sugar industries; support the Mandatory Renewable Energy Target which will benefit rural infrastructure;
KAP will pursue policies that: mandate ethanol use in Australia, providing structural support to grain and sugar industries; support the Mandatory Renewable Energy Target which will benefit rural infrastructure; mandate the allocation of premium shelf space in supermarkets for Australian produce;
provide an arbitrated price for agricultural produce where farmers request it; establish a rural development bank to facilitate generational equity transfer; implement “orderly” marketing where industry structures undermine reasonable market power to
establish a rural development bank to facilitate generational equity transfer; implement “orderly” marketing where industry structures undermine reasonable market power to producers (as perceived currently in dairy, egg and sugar industries);
implement “orderly” marketing where industry structures undermine reasonable market power to producers (as perceived currently in dairy, egg and sugar industries); and restore vital irrigation water to agriculture in the Murray Darling Basin.
producers (as perceived currently in dairy, egg and sugar industries); and restore vital irrigation water to agriculture in the Murray Darling Basin. Small business
and restore vital irrigation water to agriculture in the Murray Darling Basin. Small business The small business sector accounts for approximately two million businesses and employs over seven million people in Australia.
It is clear that the health of the small business sector is a major single determinant of the health of the economy. Successive Australian governments have professed to be concerned about the small business sector and still the regulatory demands on the sector see it pushed nearly to the brink and the decline is seeing significant reduction in business numbers and labour utilisation in spite of population growth. Furthermore, the definition of a small business varies between the Australian Tax Office, Fair Work Australia, the Australian Bureau of Statistics and the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Successive Australian governments have professed to be concerned about the small business sector and still the regulatory demands on the sector see it pushed nearly to the brink and the decline is seeing significant reduction in business numbers and labour utilisation in spite of population growth. Furthermore, the definition of a small business varies between the Australian Tax Office, Fair Work Australia, the Australian Bureau of Statistics and the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. It is exceedingly unlikely that any Australian government has made any serious commitment to the small business sector when they have not even taken the time to define the sector.
Furthermore, the definition of a small business varies between the Australian Tax Office, Fair Work Australia, the Australian Bureau of Statistics and the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. It is exceedingly unlikely that any Australian government has made any serious commitment to the small business sector when they have not even taken the time to define the sector. Interestingly, not a single one of the many Australian definitions of the small business sector correlates with our major international competitors.
It is exceedingly unlikely that any Australian government has made any serious commitment to the small business sector when they have not even taken the time to define the sector. Interestingly, not a single one of the many Australian definitions of the small business sector correlates with our major international competitors. Australian government definitions range from: less than 15 employees by simple count rather than full time equivalents for Fair Work Australia;
Interestingly, not a single one of the many Australian definitions of the small business sector correlates with our major international competitors. Australian government definitions range from: less than 15 employees by simple count rather than full time equivalents for Fair Work Australia; less than 20 employees for the Australian Bureau of Statistics;
Australian government definitions range from: less than 15 employees by simple count rather than full time equivalents for Fair Work Australia; less than 20 employees for the Australian Bureau of Statistics; less than 50 employees for the Australian Tax Office;
less than 20 employees for the Australian Bureau of Statistics; less than 50 employees for the Australian Tax Office; less than two million dollars in revenue for the Reserve Bank of Australia; and
less than 50 employees for the Australian Tax Office; less than two million dollars in revenue for the Reserve Bank of Australia; and less than fifty million dollars for the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority.
less than two million dollars in revenue for the Reserve Bank of Australia; and less than fifty million dollars for the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority. Typically, small business operators actually operate the business they own or at very least have an intimate knowledge of the operation.
less than fifty million dollars for the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority. Typically, small business operators actually operate the business they own or at very least have an intimate knowledge of the operation. Similarly, most small business operators are not often “sophisticated”, in the corporate sense, and their primary skills tend to lie in the field of the service or production sector that the business operates within.
Typically, small business operators actually operate the business they own or at very least have an intimate knowledge of the operation. Similarly, most small business operators are not often “sophisticated”, in the corporate sense, and their primary skills tend to lie in the field of the service or production sector that the business operates within. For example: A plumbing contractor is usually a plumber with a trade background, and is not a university trained business management graduate.
Similarly, most small business operators are not often “sophisticated”, in the corporate sense, and their primary skills tend to lie in the field of the service or production sector that the business operates within. For example: A plumbing contractor is usually a plumber with a trade background, and is not a university trained business management graduate. A farmer is usually skilled in production of crops or livestock, and is not a tax accountant or industrial relations lawyer.
For example: A plumbing contractor is usually a plumber with a trade background, and is not a university trained business management graduate. A farmer is usually skilled in production of crops or livestock, and is not a tax accountant or industrial relations lawyer. As a result we see small business severely disadvantaged by government regulation and compliance, which does not differentiate between a large or small employer.
The result is that we are seeing small business survival rates decline sharply and the rate of labour utilisation by small business contract even faster. The increasing demands on small business administration and compliance do nothing to improve productivity or profitability and simply add cost to the business and demotivate the sector. KAP is committed to supporting small business and recognises that it is the sector of the economy  most  able to drive growth and innovation in the Australian economy
The increasing demands on small business administration and compliance do nothing to improve productivity or profitability and simply add cost to the business and demotivate the sector. KAP is committed to supporting small business and recognises that it is the sector of the economy  most  able to drive growth and innovation in the Australian economy and with meaningful support will provide the biggest growth in employment in terms of numbers of jobs and numbers of hours of work.
KAP is committed to supporting small business and recognises that it is the sector of the economy  most  able to drive growth and innovation in the Australian economy and with meaningful support will provide the biggest growth in employment in terms of numbers of jobs and numbers of hours of work. The Australian government has progressively pushed compliance requirements onto business in regards to the roll out of the administration of increasingly complex employee services such as tax collection and management and superannuation administration.
and with meaningful support will provide the biggest growth in employment in terms of numbers of jobs and numbers of hours of work. The Australian government has progressively pushed compliance requirements onto business in regards to the roll out of the administration of increasingly complex employee services such as tax collection and management and superannuation administration. It is alarming that the superannuation industry is filled with highly trained accountants and administrators who do not pick up a pencil without charging someone and the government expects small business operators to perform all the accounting and compliance functions for superannuation at no cost.
It is alarming that the superannuation industry is filled with highly trained accountants and administrators who do not pick up a pencil without charging someone and the government expects small business operators to perform all the accounting and compliance functions for superannuation at no cost. The reality is that the cost of compliance and implementation of increasingly complex payroll management systems cannot be efficiently offset on small workforces that typically define small business. KAP is committed to reducing red tape and compliance costs for small business
The reality is that the cost of compliance and implementation of increasingly complex payroll management systems cannot be efficiently offset on small workforces that typically define small business. KAP is committed to reducing red tape and compliance costs for small business and recognises that the marginal unit costs to compliance to small business must be considered in contrast to the marginal unit costs to big business.
KAP is committed to reducing red tape and compliance costs for small business and recognises that the marginal unit costs to compliance to small business must be considered in contrast to the marginal unit costs to big business. KAP is committed to seeing regulatory impact assessments for small business mandated for relevant legislation and regulation.
and recognises that the marginal unit costs to compliance to small business must be considered in contrast to the marginal unit costs to big business. KAP is committed to seeing regulatory impact assessments for small business mandated for relevant legislation and regulation. Specifically KAP will pursue policies that: provide a consistent definition of small business in Australia that ensures competitive advantage for Australian small business (less than 50 employee threshold preferred);
KAP is committed to seeing regulatory impact assessments for small business mandated for relevant legislation and regulation. Specifically KAP will pursue policies that: provide a consistent definition of small business in Australia that ensures competitive advantage for Australian small business (less than 50 employee threshold preferred); give small business the same rights under competition policy as consumers;
Specifically KAP will pursue policies that: provide a consistent definition of small business in Australia that ensures competitive advantage for Australian small business (less than 50 employee threshold preferred); give small business the same rights under competition policy as consumers; give small business the same rights under industrial relations law as employees;
give small business the same rights under industrial relations law as employees; mandate regulatory impact assessments specifically for small business; establish a Small Business Ombudsmen with particular interest in predatory anti-competitive behaviour by big business and compliance cost burdens;
mandate regulatory impact assessments specifically for small business; establish a Small Business Ombudsmen with particular interest in predatory anti-competitive behaviour by big business and compliance cost burdens; And provide separate award conditions for small business that recognise the difference between big business and small business, while still providing certainty to employees.
establish a Small Business Ombudsmen with particular interest in predatory anti-competitive behaviour by big business and compliance cost burdens; And provide separate award conditions for small business that recognise the difference between big business and small business, while still providing certainty to employees. OUR PLAN FOR A STRONG NEW ECONOMY
And provide separate award conditions for small business that recognise the difference between big business and small business, while still providing certainty to employees. OUR PLAN FOR A STRONG NEW ECONOMY JOBS AND GROWTH IN REGIONAL AUSTRALIA
OUR PLAN FOR A STRONG NEW ECONOMY JOBS AND GROWTH IN REGIONAL AUSTRALIA JOBS AND GROWTH IN REGIONAL AUSTRALIA
JOBS AND GROWTH IN REGIONAL AUSTRALIA JOBS AND GROWTH IN REGIONAL AUSTRALIA Key Commitments
JOBS AND GROWTH IN REGIONAL AUSTRALIA Key Commitments Regional Australia is critical to Australia’s economic prosperity and is home to around one third of Australia’s population.
Key Commitments Regional Australia is critical to Australia’s economic prosperity and is home to around one third of Australia’s population. Regional Australia accounts for around 65 per cent of Australia’s export earnings by value and is a major source of domestic and international tourism.
Regional Australia is critical to Australia’s economic prosperity and is home to around one third of Australia’s population. Regional Australia accounts for around 65 per cent of Australia’s export earnings by value and is a major source of domestic and international tourism. 45 cents in every tourism dollar is spent in regional Australia.
Regional Australia accounts for around 65 per cent of Australia’s export earnings by value and is a major source of domestic and international tourism. 45 cents in every tourism dollar is spent in regional Australia. Regional communities are benefitting from the Coalition’s economic plan.
45 cents in every tourism dollar is spent in regional Australia. Regional communities are benefitting from the Coalition’s economic plan. Our export trade deals have made it easier for regional businesses to export to Asia
Regional communities are benefitting from the Coalition’s economic plan. Our export trade deals have made it easier for regional businesses to export to Asia and our tax cuts for small business are creating new job opportunities.
Our export trade deals have made it easier for regional businesses to export to Asia and our tax cuts for small business are creating new job opportunities. Regional communities are an attractive place to live and invest.
and our tax cuts for small business are creating new job opportunities. Regional communities are an attractive place to live and invest. They have a strong culture of innovation, offer diverse employment options, and attract the skills and talent needed to build successful businesses.
Regional communities are an attractive place to live and invest. They have a strong culture of innovation, offer diverse employment options, and attract the skills and talent needed to build successful businesses. While the opportunities for regional Australia have never been greater, the Coalition recognises that some regions have been impacted by the slowdown in mining, falling commodity prices and changes to the manufacturing sector.
They have a strong culture of innovation, offer diverse employment options, and attract the skills and talent needed to build successful businesses. While the opportunities for regional Australia have never been greater, the Coalition recognises that some regions have been impacted by the slowdown in mining, falling commodity prices and changes to the manufacturing sector. The Coalition will boost jobs, investment and growth in regional Australia.
While the opportunities for regional Australia have never been greater, the Coalition recognises that some regions have been impacted by the slowdown in mining, falling commodity prices and changes to the manufacturing sector. The Coalition will boost jobs, investment and growth in regional Australia. We will establish a $200 million Regional Jobs and Investment package to deliver regional jobs and growth.
The Coalition will boost jobs, investment and growth in regional Australia. We will establish a $200 million Regional Jobs and Investment package to deliver regional jobs and growth. The Regional Jobs and Investment package will incentivise local businesses to invest and employ,
We will establish a $200 million Regional Jobs and Investment package to deliver regional jobs and growth. The Regional Jobs and Investment package will incentivise local businesses to invest and employ, enable regional communities to upgrade local infrastructure and deliver new skills and training programmes
The Regional Jobs and Investment package will incentivise local businesses to invest and employ, enable regional communities to upgrade local infrastructure and deliver new skills and training programmes The package will be delivered in partnership with local communities.
enable regional communities to upgrade local infrastructure and deliver new skills and training programmes The package will be delivered in partnership with local communities. Community leaders and local experts will be engaged to assess the needs of regional communities and develop local investment plans covering the following three areas:
The package will be delivered in partnership with local communities. Community leaders and local experts will be engaged to assess the needs of regional communities and develop local investment plans covering the following three areas: Business innovation grants
Community leaders and local experts will be engaged to assess the needs of regional communities and develop local investment plans covering the following three areas: Business innovation grants Local infrastructure
Business innovation grants Local infrastructure Skills and training programmes
Local infrastructure Skills and training programmes The package will support regional communities to diversify their economies, create new export opportunities
Skills and training programmes The package will support regional communities to diversify their economies, create new export opportunities and help boost regional jobs.
The package will support regional communities to diversify their economies, create new export opportunities and help boost regional jobs. The Coalition will contribute $200 million to the Regional Jobs and Investment package and will leverage a further $200 million in matched funding. Individual regions will be able to access up to $30 million in funding.
and help boost regional jobs. The Coalition will contribute $200 million to the Regional Jobs and Investment package and will leverage a further $200 million in matched funding. Individual regions will be able to access up to $30 million in funding. Our commitment will boost confidence, jobs, investment, and growth in regional Australia.
The Coalition will contribute $200 million to the Regional Jobs and Investment package and will leverage a further $200 million in matched funding. Individual regions will be able to access up to $30 million in funding. Our commitment will boost confidence, jobs, investment, and growth in regional Australia. Our Plan for Regional Jobs and Growth
Our commitment will boost confidence, jobs, investment, and growth in regional Australia. Our Plan for Regional Jobs and Growth Regional Australia is home to around one third of Australia’s population and is an important source of job creation and exports.
Our Plan for Regional Jobs and Growth Regional Australia is home to around one third of Australia’s population and is an important source of job creation and exports. Regional Australia accounts for around 65 per cent of Australia’s export earnings by value and more regional businesses are benefitting from our export trade deals, particularly those in the agriculture sector.
Regional Australia is home to around one third of Australia’s population and is an important source of job creation and exports. Regional Australia accounts for around 65 per cent of Australia’s export earnings by value and more regional businesses are benefitting from our export trade deals, particularly those in the agriculture sector. China and Japan alone account for nearly a third of all Australian agriculture exports.
Regional Australia accounts for around 65 per cent of Australia’s export earnings by value and more regional businesses are benefitting from our export trade deals, particularly those in the agriculture sector. China and Japan alone account for nearly a third of all Australian agriculture exports. Regional Australia is also a major source of domestic and international tourism, with 45 cents in every tourism dollar spent in regional Australia.
China and Japan alone account for nearly a third of all Australian agriculture exports. Regional Australia is also a major source of domestic and international tourism, with 45 cents in every tourism dollar spent in regional Australia. The Coalition will support regional jobs by establishing a $200 million Regional Jobs and Investment package.
Regional Australia is also a major source of domestic and international tourism, with 45 cents in every tourism dollar spent in regional Australia. The Coalition will support regional jobs by establishing a $200 million Regional Jobs and Investment package. We will invest $200 million, leveraging a further $200 million or more in matched funding.
The Coalition will support regional jobs by establishing a $200 million Regional Jobs and Investment package. We will invest $200 million, leveraging a further $200 million or more in matched funding. Individual regions will be able to access up to $30 million in funding.
We will invest $200 million, leveraging a further $200 million or more in matched funding. Individual regions will be able to access up to $30 million in funding. The Regional Jobs and Investment package will support regional communities to diversify their economies, create new export opportunities and help boost regional jobs.
Individual regions will be able to access up to $30 million in funding. The Regional Jobs and Investment package will support regional communities to diversify their economies, create new export opportunities and help boost regional jobs. It will incentivise businesses to invest in new technology, machinery or equipment to innovate and grow within the region.
The Regional Jobs and Investment package will support regional communities to diversify their economies, create new export opportunities and help boost regional jobs. It will incentivise businesses to invest in new technology, machinery or equipment to innovate and grow within the region. We will work with local communities to deliver the package.
It will incentivise businesses to invest in new technology, machinery or equipment to innovate and grow within the region. We will work with local communities to deliver the package. Local experts will be engaged to assess the needs of regional communities and develop local investment plans covering the following areas:
We will work with local communities to deliver the package. Local experts will be engaged to assess the needs of regional communities and develop local investment plans covering the following areas: 1. Business innovation grants
Local experts will be engaged to assess the needs of regional communities and develop local investment plans covering the following areas: 1. Business innovation grants The Coalition will provide matched grants on a competitive basis to help businesses invest in new technology, diversify operations, create new export opportunities
1. Business innovation grants The Coalition will provide matched grants on a competitive basis to help businesses invest in new technology, diversify operations, create new export opportunities and deliver new sustainable jobs.
The Coalition will provide matched grants on a competitive basis to help businesses invest in new technology, diversify operations, create new export opportunities and deliver new sustainable jobs. An example would be a manufacturing business seeking to invest in new technology, machinery or facilities to expand or diversify production.
and deliver new sustainable jobs. An example would be a manufacturing business seeking to invest in new technology, machinery or facilities to expand or diversify production. This investment will enable regional businesses to innovate, provide new export opportunities and grow and employ.
An example would be a manufacturing business seeking to invest in new technology, machinery or facilities to expand or diversify production. This investment will enable regional businesses to innovate, provide new export opportunities and grow and employ. Business innovation grants will support local businesses in regional areas, helping them to invest and employ more staff.
This investment will enable regional businesses to innovate, provide new export opportunities and grow and employ. Business innovation grants will support local businesses in regional areas, helping them to invest and employ more staff. 2. Local infrastructure
Business innovation grants will support local businesses in regional areas, helping them to invest and employ more staff. 2. Local infrastructure We will provide matched funding for regions to upgrade existing local infrastructure or invest in new infrastructure.
2. Local infrastructure We will provide matched funding for regions to upgrade existing local infrastructure or invest in new infrastructure. We will work with local communities to identify the local infrastructure priorities of our regions.
We will provide matched funding for regions to upgrade existing local infrastructure or invest in new infrastructure. We will work with local communities to identify the local infrastructure priorities of our regions. An example would be upgrading or investing in new tourism infrastructure such as a large coastal pier to attract more domestic and international tourists.
We will work with local communities to identify the local infrastructure priorities of our regions. An example would be upgrading or investing in new tourism infrastructure such as a large coastal pier to attract more domestic and international tourists. Investing in local infrastructure will help boost the productivity of our regions,
An example would be upgrading or investing in new tourism infrastructure such as a large coastal pier to attract more domestic and international tourists. Investing in local infrastructure will help boost the productivity of our regions, deliver more jobs,
Investing in local infrastructure will help boost the productivity of our regions, deliver more jobs, and generate more local investment.
deliver more jobs, and generate more local investment. 3. Skills and training programmes
and generate more local investment. 3. Skills and training programmes We will work with local communities and regional employers to deliver targeted skills and training programmes for local communities.
3. Skills and training programmes We will work with local communities and regional employers to deliver targeted skills and training programmes for local communities. Our local skills and training programmes will address regional skills shortages.
We will work with local communities and regional employers to deliver targeted skills and training programmes for local communities. Our local skills and training programmes will address regional skills shortages. They will also support workers impacted by structural change to retrain and upskill.
Our local skills and training programmes will address regional skills shortages. They will also support workers impacted by structural change to retrain and upskill. These programmes will help to prepare Australia’s regional workforce for new and existing job opportunities.
They will also support workers impacted by structural change to retrain and upskill. These programmes will help to prepare Australia’s regional workforce for new and existing job opportunities. 4. Addressing regional youth unemployment
These programmes will help to prepare Australia’s regional workforce for new and existing job opportunities. 4. Addressing regional youth unemployment The Coalition’s Regional Jobs and Investment package will complement our $840 million Youth Employment Package and ongoing initiatives that are providing more job opportunities for young Australians.
4. Addressing regional youth unemployment The Coalition’s Regional Jobs and Investment package will complement our $840 million Youth Employment Package and ongoing initiatives that are providing more job opportunities for young Australians. Specific initiatives include: Support for employers, especially small businesses, to create new jobs
The Coalition’s Regional Jobs and Investment package will complement our $840 million Youth Employment Package and ongoing initiatives that are providing more job opportunities for young Australians. Specific initiatives include: Support for employers, especially small businesses, to create new jobs Youth Jobs PaTH (Prepare-Trial-Hire Programme)
Specific initiatives include: Support for employers, especially small businesses, to create new jobs Youth Jobs PaTH (Prepare-Trial-Hire Programme) Entrepreneurship Starter Packs to assist young Australians to start their own enterprises
Youth Jobs PaTH (Prepare-Trial-Hire Programme) Entrepreneurship Starter Packs to assist young Australians to start their own enterprises expand the New Enterprise Incentive Scheme to more young Australians
Entrepreneurship Starter Packs to assist young Australians to start their own enterprises expand the New Enterprise Incentive Scheme to more young Australians Our commitments will help tackle youth unemployment throughout regional Australia, delivering more opportunities for local young people and their communities.
expand the New Enterprise Incentive Scheme to more young Australians Our commitments will help tackle youth unemployment throughout regional Australia, delivering more opportunities for local young people and their communities. The Choice
Our commitments will help tackle youth unemployment throughout regional Australia, delivering more opportunities for local young people and their communities. The Choice The Coalition has a strong record of investing in regional Australia and our economic plan is delivering investment, jobs and growth.
The Choice The Coalition has a strong record of investing in regional Australia and our economic plan is delivering investment, jobs and growth. We have invested more than $20 billion in regional infrastructure since the last election, including $6.7 billion for the Bruce Highway and $5.6 billion for the Pacific Highway.
The Coalition has a strong record of investing in regional Australia and our economic plan is delivering investment, jobs and growth. We have invested more than $20 billion in regional infrastructure since the last election, including $6.7 billion for the Bruce Highway and $5.6 billion for the Pacific Highway. The Coalition is investing $3.2 billion under the Roads to Recovery Programme and $1 billion to deliver the Stronger Regions Programme.
We have invested more than $20 billion in regional infrastructure since the last election, including $6.7 billion for the Bruce Highway and $5.6 billion for the Pacific Highway. The Coalition is investing $3.2 billion under the Roads to Recovery Programme and $1 billion to deliver the Stronger Regions Programme. We have established a $5 billion Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility to encourage more private sector investment in economic infrastructure in Australia’s north.
The Coalition is investing $3.2 billion under the Roads to Recovery Programme and $1 billion to deliver the Stronger Regions Programme. We have established a $5 billion Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility to encourage more private sector investment in economic infrastructure in Australia’s north. We are also expanding our Mobile Black Spot Programme, which will fix around 4,800 mobile black spots and provide better mobile phone coverage for hundreds of regional communities.
We have established a $5 billion Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility to encourage more private sector investment in economic infrastructure in Australia’s north. We are also expanding our Mobile Black Spot Programme, which will fix around 4,800 mobile black spots and provide better mobile phone coverage for hundreds of regional communities. These investments are delivering jobs and helping to boost productivity in regional Australia.
We are also expanding our Mobile Black Spot Programme, which will fix around 4,800 mobile black spots and provide better mobile phone coverage for hundreds of regional communities. These investments are delivering jobs and helping to boost productivity in regional Australia. Our export trade deals are creating more opportunities for regional businesses to access new markets and increase sales.
These investments are delivering jobs and helping to boost productivity in regional Australia. Our export trade deals are creating more opportunities for regional businesses to access new markets and increase sales. Australia’s agriculture exports now exceed more than $45 billion a year and are benefitting from our trade deals with China, Japan and Korea.
Our export trade deals are creating more opportunities for regional businesses to access new markets and increase sales. Australia’s agriculture exports now exceed more than $45 billion a year and are benefitting from our trade deals with China, Japan and Korea. China and Japan alone now account for nearly a third of all agriculture exports and demand for Australian produce continues to grow.
Australia’s agriculture exports now exceed more than $45 billion a year and are benefitting from our trade deals with China, Japan and Korea. China and Japan alone now account for nearly a third of all agriculture exports and demand for Australian produce continues to grow. The Coalition has also overseen strong growth in domestic and international tourism, directly benefitting regional communities across Australia.
China and Japan alone now account for nearly a third of all agriculture exports and demand for Australian produce continues to grow. The Coalition has also overseen strong growth in domestic and international tourism, directly benefitting regional communities across Australia. Tourism is a major driver of regional jobs and investment, with 45 cents in every tourism dollar spent in regional Australia.
The Coalition has also overseen strong growth in domestic and international tourism, directly benefitting regional communities across Australia. Tourism is a major driver of regional jobs and investment, with 45 cents in every tourism dollar spent in regional Australia. Only the Coalition has a plan for regional jobs.
Tourism is a major driver of regional jobs and investment, with 45 cents in every tourism dollar spent in regional Australia. Only the Coalition has a plan for regional jobs. We will establish a $200 million Regional Jobs and Investment package to support regional communities to diversify their economies, create new export opportunities and boost regional jobs.
Only the Coalition has a plan for regional jobs. We will establish a $200 million Regional Jobs and Investment package to support regional communities to diversify their economies, create new export opportunities and boost regional jobs. We will deliver the package in partnership with local communities and incentivise regional businesses to investment in new technology, machinery or facilities to innovate and grow.
We will establish a $200 million Regional Jobs and Investment package to support regional communities to diversify their economies, create new export opportunities and boost regional jobs. We will deliver the package in partnership with local communities and incentivise regional businesses to investment in new technology, machinery or facilities to innovate and grow. The Coalition is delivering for regional Australia.
We will deliver the package in partnership with local communities and incentivise regional businesses to investment in new technology, machinery or facilities to innovate and grow. The Coalition is delivering for regional Australia. Labor’s policies will fail to deliver jobs and opportunities for regional Australia.
The Coalition is delivering for regional Australia. Labor’s policies will fail to deliver jobs and opportunities for regional Australia. Costs
Labor’s policies will fail to deliver jobs and opportunities for regional Australia. Costs The Coalition will invest $200 million to deliver a Regional Jobs and Investment package to help boost investment, jobs and growth in our regions.
Costs The Coalition will invest $200 million to deliver a Regional Jobs and Investment package to help boost investment, jobs and growth in our regions. SUPPORT VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES
The Coalition will invest $200 million to deliver a Regional Jobs and Investment package to help boost investment, jobs and growth in our regions. SUPPORT VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES Key Commitments
SUPPORT VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES Key Commitments Australians are proud of our veterans.
Key Commitments Australians are proud of our veterans. Our service men and women put their lives on the line for the nation and in the defence of our values.
Australians are proud of our veterans. Our service men and women put their lives on the line for the nation and in the defence of our values. Over 312,000 Australians rely on the government through support from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
Our service men and women put their lives on the line for the nation and in the defence of our values. Over 312,000 Australians rely on the government through support from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. These are veterans and their families, dependants, widows and children.
Over 312,000 Australians rely on the government through support from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. These are veterans and their families, dependants, widows and children. It is a community that is growing younger.
These are veterans and their families, dependants, widows and children. It is a community that is growing younger. As the Department of Veterans’ Affairs notes: “In 2015–16, the under-70 cohort is projected to become the majority of DVA’s clients, with the proportion growing over the ensuing five years. By 2020, one-third of DVA’s clients will be aged under 60, and 20 per cent will be aged under 50.”
It is a community that is growing younger. As the Department of Veterans’ Affairs notes: “In 2015–16, the under-70 cohort is projected to become the majority of DVA’s clients, with the proportion growing over the ensuing five years. By 2020, one-third of DVA’s clients will be aged under 60, and 20 per cent will be aged under 50.” The Coalition is committed to ensuring that current and future veterans and their families have the support that they need.
As the Department of Veterans’ Affairs notes: “In 2015–16, the under-70 cohort is projected to become the majority of DVA’s clients, with the proportion growing over the ensuing five years. By 2020, one-third of DVA’s clients will be aged under 60, and 20 per cent will be aged under 50.” The Coalition is committed to ensuring that current and future veterans and their families have the support that they need. As the Prime Minister said at the recent RSL National Conference in Melbourne, DVA will continue to look after veterans because they need a department dedicated to meeting their own special needs.
The Coalition is committed to ensuring that current and future veterans and their families have the support that they need. As the Prime Minister said at the recent RSL National Conference in Melbourne, DVA will continue to look after veterans because they need a department dedicated to meeting their own special needs. The Prime Minister has made it clear that no DVA services delivered through Medicare will be outsourced or privatised under the Coalition.
As the Prime Minister said at the recent RSL National Conference in Melbourne, DVA will continue to look after veterans because they need a department dedicated to meeting their own special needs. The Prime Minister has made it clear that no DVA services delivered through Medicare will be outsourced or privatised under the Coalition. The Coalition has a strong record supporting our veterans.
The Prime Minister has made it clear that no DVA services delivered through Medicare will be outsourced or privatised under the Coalition. The Coalition has a strong record supporting our veterans. We have ensured more financial support and services to individual veterans than ever before.
The Coalition has a strong record supporting our veterans. We have ensured more financial support and services to individual veterans than ever before. We delivered fair indexation for military superannuation.
We have ensured more financial support and services to individual veterans than ever before. We delivered fair indexation for military superannuation. The Coalition will continue to support Australia’s veterans by: implementing a veterans mental health package
We delivered fair indexation for military superannuation. The Coalition will continue to support Australia’s veterans by: implementing a veterans mental health package streamlining the claims process for veterans and their families
The Coalition will continue to support Australia’s veterans by: implementing a veterans mental health package streamlining the claims process for veterans and their families implementing an annual Ministerial veterans statement
streamlining the claims process for veterans and their families implementing an annual Ministerial veterans statement helping homeless veterans
implementing an annual Ministerial veterans statement helping homeless veterans promoting jobs for veterans and improving the veterans transition process
helping homeless veterans promoting jobs for veterans and improving the veterans transition process establishing a female veteran’s policy forum and supporting our younger veterans
promoting jobs for veterans and improving the veterans transition process establishing a female veteran’s policy forum and supporting our younger veterans supporting veterans’ concerns on Mefloquine
establishing a female veteran’s policy forum and supporting our younger veterans supporting veterans’ concerns on Mefloquine commemorating service and sacrifice
supporting veterans’ concerns on Mefloquine commemorating service and sacrifice Our Plan for Veterans
commemorating service and sacrifice Our Plan for Veterans The veteran community is a strong and an important part of the Australian ethos.
Our Plan for Veterans The veteran community is a strong and an important part of the Australian ethos. The Coalition is committed to ensuring that current and future veterans and their families have the support that they need though our Four Pillar plan: recognition of the unique nature of military service
The veteran community is a strong and an important part of the Australian ethos. The Coalition is committed to ensuring that current and future veterans and their families have the support that they need though our Four Pillar plan: recognition of the unique nature of military service retention of a stand-alone Department of Veterans’ Affairs
The Coalition is committed to ensuring that current and future veterans and their families have the support that they need though our Four Pillar plan: recognition of the unique nature of military service retention of a stand-alone Department of Veterans’ Affairs tackling mental health challenges for veterans and their families
retention of a stand-alone Department of Veterans’ Affairs tackling mental health challenges for veterans and their families supporting veterans through adequate advocacy and welfare services
tackling mental health challenges for veterans and their families supporting veterans through adequate advocacy and welfare services The Coalition will continue to support Australia’s veterans.
supporting veterans through adequate advocacy and welfare services The Coalition will continue to support Australia’s veterans. 1. Supporting veterans mental health
The Coalition will continue to support Australia’s veterans. 1. Supporting veterans mental health The Coalition will continue to support the mental health of our veterans.
1. Supporting veterans mental health The Coalition will continue to support the mental health of our veterans. We will do more to ensure greater support to veterans, veterans’ families, ex-service organisations and health care practitioners.
The Coalition will continue to support the mental health of our veterans. We will do more to ensure greater support to veterans, veterans’ families, ex-service organisations and health care practitioners. We will target early intervention to treat mental illness by: providing $6 million to support the establishment of the ‘Centenary Institute’ proposed by Phoenix Australia in Melbourne to work collaboratively in support of practitioners and ex-service organisations who work closely with veterans with mental health concerns
We will do more to ensure greater support to veterans, veterans’ families, ex-service organisations and health care practitioners. We will target early intervention to treat mental illness by: providing $6 million to support the establishment of the ‘Centenary Institute’ proposed by Phoenix Australia in Melbourne to work collaboratively in support of practitioners and ex-service organisations who work closely with veterans with mental health concerns providing $3.1 million to further extend access to the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service programme to include family members of current and former Australian Defence Force members who die by suicide or reported suicide; siblings of Australian Defence Force members killed in service related incidents; Defence Force Abuse Taskforce complainants; families of DART complainants; and adult sons and daughters (over 26) of post-Vietnam War veterans
We will target early intervention to treat mental illness by: providing $6 million to support the establishment of the ‘Centenary Institute’ proposed by Phoenix Australia in Melbourne to work collaboratively in support of practitioners and ex-service organisations who work closely with veterans with mental health concerns providing $3.1 million to further extend access to the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service programme to include family members of current and former Australian Defence Force members who die by suicide or reported suicide; siblings of Australian Defence Force members killed in service related incidents; Defence Force Abuse Taskforce complainants; families of DART complainants; and adult sons and daughters (over 26) of post-Vietnam War veterans Our commitment builds on the significant new investment the Coalition made to the existing non liability health care initiative to extend eligibility for mental health conditions to all current and former permanent members of the Australian Defence Force in the 2016 Federal Budget.
providing $3.1 million to further extend access to the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service programme to include family members of current and former Australian Defence Force members who die by suicide or reported suicide; siblings of Australian Defence Force members killed in service related incidents; Defence Force Abuse Taskforce complainants; families of DART complainants; and adult sons and daughters (over 26) of post-Vietnam War veterans Our commitment builds on the significant new investment the Coalition made to the existing non liability health care initiative to extend eligibility for mental health conditions to all current and former permanent members of the Australian Defence Force in the 2016 Federal Budget. There has been extensive funding of research into the effects of military service on veterans and their families, however, there needs to be much more done to translate the findings of this research into practical assistance.
Our commitment builds on the significant new investment the Coalition made to the existing non liability health care initiative to extend eligibility for mental health conditions to all current and former permanent members of the Australian Defence Force in the 2016 Federal Budget. There has been extensive funding of research into the effects of military service on veterans and their families, however, there needs to be much more done to translate the findings of this research into practical assistance. The Centenary Institute will provide clinical research and professional leadership for veterans’ health.
There has been extensive funding of research into the effects of military service on veterans and their families, however, there needs to be much more done to translate the findings of this research into practical assistance. The Centenary Institute will provide clinical research and professional leadership for veterans’ health. Early intervention and support for veterans and their families can reduce the onset and prevalence of mental health conditions.
The Centenary Institute will provide clinical research and professional leadership for veterans’ health. Early intervention and support for veterans and their families can reduce the onset and prevalence of mental health conditions. Further expansion of the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service will support access to veterans and their families and encourage them to seek help early.
Early intervention and support for veterans and their families can reduce the onset and prevalence of mental health conditions. Further expansion of the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service will support access to veterans and their families and encourage them to seek help early. To support children whose parent or parents are serving Australian Defence Force members or a veteran effected by mental illness including PTSD we have provided $2.1 million to the Kookaburra Kids Foundation.
Further expansion of the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service will support access to veterans and their families and encourage them to seek help early. To support children whose parent or parents are serving Australian Defence Force members or a veteran effected by mental illness including PTSD we have provided $2.1 million to the Kookaburra Kids Foundation. Our commitment is important to helping veterans and their families cope and address mental illness.
To support children whose parent or parents are serving Australian Defence Force members or a veteran effected by mental illness including PTSD we have provided $2.1 million to the Kookaburra Kids Foundation. Our commitment is important to helping veterans and their families cope and address mental illness. 2. Streamlining the claims process
Our commitment is important to helping veterans and their families cope and address mental illness. 2. Streamlining the claims process The Coalition allocated $48.7m in the 2016-17 budget to commence work required to fix the antiquated DVA I.T. system to deliver better customer service for veterans, underpinned by better processes and technology.
2. Streamlining the claims process The Coalition allocated $48.7m in the 2016-17 budget to commence work required to fix the antiquated DVA I.T. system to deliver better customer service for veterans, underpinned by better processes and technology. We have also implemented a number of initiatives designed to streamline the claims process including an alternative dispute resolution model which will enable more cases to be finalised without going to a full hearing and a new case management system for the Veterans Review Board that will streamline processes and reduce backlogs.
The Coalition allocated $48.7m in the 2016-17 budget to commence work required to fix the antiquated DVA I.T. system to deliver better customer service for veterans, underpinned by better processes and technology. We have also implemented a number of initiatives designed to streamline the claims process including an alternative dispute resolution model which will enable more cases to be finalised without going to a full hearing and a new case management system for the Veterans Review Board that will streamline processes and reduce backlogs. In addition, we will increase the amount veterans can be reimbursed for obtaining medical reports from the current $457.50 to up to $1,000 at a total cost of $1.2 million over four years.
We have also implemented a number of initiatives designed to streamline the claims process including an alternative dispute resolution model which will enable more cases to be finalised without going to a full hearing and a new case management system for the Veterans Review Board that will streamline processes and reduce backlogs. In addition, we will increase the amount veterans can be reimbursed for obtaining medical reports from the current $457.50 to up to $1,000 at a total cost of $1.2 million over four years. These reports are required by veterans to assist them as part of the appeals process.
In addition, we will increase the amount veterans can be reimbursed for obtaining medical reports from the current $457.50 to up to $1,000 at a total cost of $1.2 million over four years. These reports are required by veterans to assist them as part of the appeals process. These initiatives will make it easier for veterans to navigate the claims system and expedite the outcome of an appeal.
These reports are required by veterans to assist them as part of the appeals process. These initiatives will make it easier for veterans to navigate the claims system and expedite the outcome of an appeal. As part of the National Consultative process, the Coalition will establish a consultative forum comprised of advocates, pension officers and others involved in the DVA claims process.
These initiatives will make it easier for veterans to navigate the claims system and expedite the outcome of an appeal. As part of the National Consultative process, the Coalition will establish a consultative forum comprised of advocates, pension officers and others involved in the DVA claims process. This Forum will review the existing claims process with a view to identifying impediments and considering improvements to the system.
As part of the National Consultative process, the Coalition will establish a consultative forum comprised of advocates, pension officers and others involved in the DVA claims process. This Forum will review the existing claims process with a view to identifying impediments and considering improvements to the system. 3. Ministerial veteran’s statement
This Forum will review the existing claims process with a view to identifying impediments and considering improvements to the system. 3. Ministerial veteran’s statement The Coalition’s commitment to the ‘Four Pillars’ of support for veterans and their families will be made transparent through an annual Ministerial statement to Parliament on key issues impacting the veteran community and the performance of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
3. Ministerial veteran’s statement The Coalition’s commitment to the ‘Four Pillars’ of support for veterans and their families will be made transparent through an annual Ministerial statement to Parliament on key issues impacting the veteran community and the performance of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. This will be a transparent process which will measure the performance of the Department and increase accountability to the veteran community.
The Coalition’s commitment to the ‘Four Pillars’ of support for veterans and their families will be made transparent through an annual Ministerial statement to Parliament on key issues impacting the veteran community and the performance of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. This will be a transparent process which will measure the performance of the Department and increase accountability to the veteran community. 4. Helping homeless veterans
This will be a transparent process which will measure the performance of the Department and increase accountability to the veteran community. 4. Helping homeless veterans Our nation owes a great debt to those who have put their lives on the line for us and it is therefore essential that the community support those veterans who find themselves homeless and at risk of homelessness.
4. Helping homeless veterans Our nation owes a great debt to those who have put their lives on the line for us and it is therefore essential that the community support those veterans who find themselves homeless and at risk of homelessness. Whilst the provision of social housing is clearly a state and territory responsibility there is much more the Australian Government can do to address this important issue.
Our nation owes a great debt to those who have put their lives on the line for us and it is therefore essential that the community support those veterans who find themselves homeless and at risk of homelessness. Whilst the provision of social housing is clearly a state and territory responsibility there is much more the Australian Government can do to address this important issue. We will: convene a meeting of State and Territory Ministers with responsibility for veterans’ affairs to address homelessness in the veteran community
Whilst the provision of social housing is clearly a state and territory responsibility there is much more the Australian Government can do to address this important issue. We will: convene a meeting of State and Territory Ministers with responsibility for veterans’ affairs to address homelessness in the veteran community require Commonwealth agencies to identify whether its clients are veterans and to make that information available to ex-service and other organisations which provide support for homeless veterans
We will: convene a meeting of State and Territory Ministers with responsibility for veterans’ affairs to address homelessness in the veteran community require Commonwealth agencies to identify whether its clients are veterans and to make that information available to ex-service and other organisations which provide support for homeless veterans work with the States and Territories to support a comprehensive nationwide study that brings together work already undertaken to obtain a thorough understanding of the extent of veteran homeless and what all levels of government can do to address it
require Commonwealth agencies to identify whether its clients are veterans and to make that information available to ex-service and other organisations which provide support for homeless veterans work with the States and Territories to support a comprehensive nationwide study that brings together work already undertaken to obtain a thorough understanding of the extent of veteran homeless and what all levels of government can do to address it 5. Promoting jobs for veterans
work with the States and Territories to support a comprehensive nationwide study that brings together work already undertaken to obtain a thorough understanding of the extent of veteran homeless and what all levels of government can do to address it 5. Promoting jobs for veterans The Coalition will implement a new jobs programme for injured and ill veterans, which has been successfully trialled in South East Queensland and South Australia.
5. Promoting jobs for veterans The Coalition will implement a new jobs programme for injured and ill veterans, which has been successfully trialled in South East Queensland and South Australia. The programme will enhance the existing support currently provided to veterans as part of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs’ rehabilitation programmes by providing a greater focus on vocational outcomes, enhancing engagement with employers, and improving coordination with Defence as veterans transition to civilian life.
The Coalition will implement a new jobs programme for injured and ill veterans, which has been successfully trialled in South East Queensland and South Australia. The programme will enhance the existing support currently provided to veterans as part of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs’ rehabilitation programmes by providing a greater focus on vocational outcomes, enhancing engagement with employers, and improving coordination with Defence as veterans transition to civilian life. Under the trial, around 60 per cent of the veterans involved were successfully placed into civilian employment.
The programme will enhance the existing support currently provided to veterans as part of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs’ rehabilitation programmes by providing a greater focus on vocational outcomes, enhancing engagement with employers, and improving coordination with Defence as veterans transition to civilian life. Under the trial, around 60 per cent of the veterans involved were successfully placed into civilian employment. The Coalition will work with ex-service organisations and non-profits such as Soldier On and Mates4Mates to ensure that our younger veterans are catered for.
Under the trial, around 60 per cent of the veterans involved were successfully placed into civilian employment. The Coalition will work with ex-service organisations and non-profits such as Soldier On and Mates4Mates to ensure that our younger veterans are catered for. Employment and transition policies will be geared towards highlight the value of employing veterans.
The Coalition will work with ex-service organisations and non-profits such as Soldier On and Mates4Mates to ensure that our younger veterans are catered for. Employment and transition policies will be geared towards highlight the value of employing veterans. Working with ex service organisations including Soldier On and the RSL the Prime Minister will convene a forum in Sydney later in 2016 to promote the unique skills veterans can bring to employers and to find more effective ways for organisations to engage veterans and their families.
Employment and transition policies will be geared towards highlight the value of employing veterans. Working with ex service organisations including Soldier On and the RSL the Prime Minister will convene a forum in Sydney later in 2016 to promote the unique skills veterans can bring to employers and to find more effective ways for organisations to engage veterans and their families. 6. Creating a better veterans’ transition process
Working with ex service organisations including Soldier On and the RSL the Prime Minister will convene a forum in Sydney later in 2016 to promote the unique skills veterans can bring to employers and to find more effective ways for organisations to engage veterans and their families. 6. Creating a better veterans’ transition process The Coalition will put in place a ‘Discharge with Documentation’ policy across the Department of Defence and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
6. Creating a better veterans’ transition process The Coalition will put in place a ‘Discharge with Documentation’ policy across the Department of Defence and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. This proposal will replace the current system where defence force personnel can leave the Defence Forces without the necessary documents that they need to claim benefits from other government agencies, including the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
The Coalition will put in place a ‘Discharge with Documentation’ policy across the Department of Defence and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. This proposal will replace the current system where defence force personnel can leave the Defence Forces without the necessary documents that they need to claim benefits from other government agencies, including the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. This policy will provide a more seamless transition for service men and women from the defence forces and increase the capacity and efficiency of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs in processing claims and serving veterans and their families.
This proposal will replace the current system where defence force personnel can leave the Defence Forces without the necessary documents that they need to claim benefits from other government agencies, including the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. This policy will provide a more seamless transition for service men and women from the defence forces and increase the capacity and efficiency of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs in processing claims and serving veterans and their families. To facilitate improved transition from the ADF to civilian life the Departments of Defence and Veterans’ Affairs will establish a taskforce to report back to portfolio Ministers on barriers to effective transition and suggested actions to address those barriers.
This policy will provide a more seamless transition for service men and women from the defence forces and increase the capacity and efficiency of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs in processing claims and serving veterans and their families. To facilitate improved transition from the ADF to civilian life the Departments of Defence and Veterans’ Affairs will establish a taskforce to report back to portfolio Ministers on barriers to effective transition and suggested actions to address those barriers. 7. Supporting Female Veterans
To facilitate improved transition from the ADF to civilian life the Departments of Defence and Veterans’ Affairs will establish a taskforce to report back to portfolio Ministers on barriers to effective transition and suggested actions to address those barriers. 7. Supporting Female Veterans The Coalition will establish a Female Veterans Policy Forum to provide a platform to help identify policy gaps and support initiatives to better support Australia’s growing female veteran community.
7. Supporting Female Veterans The Coalition will establish a Female Veterans Policy Forum to provide a platform to help identify policy gaps and support initiatives to better support Australia’s growing female veteran community. We will provide $600,000 to establish and run this forum.
The Coalition will establish a Female Veterans Policy Forum to provide a platform to help identify policy gaps and support initiatives to better support Australia’s growing female veteran community. We will provide $600,000 to establish and run this forum. Female veterans can face very different health and wellbeing challenges to their male colleagues and there is currently no specific platform to consider the needs of this group.
We will provide $600,000 to establish and run this forum. Female veterans can face very different health and wellbeing challenges to their male colleagues and there is currently no specific platform to consider the needs of this group. 8. Supporting our younger veterans
Female veterans can face very different health and wellbeing challenges to their male colleagues and there is currently no specific platform to consider the needs of this group. 8. Supporting our younger veterans The Coalition will provide $4 million for a range of projects that promote social inclusion and peer to peer support for our younger veterans.
8. Supporting our younger veterans The Coalition will provide $4 million for a range of projects that promote social inclusion and peer to peer support for our younger veterans. This funding will be provided to ex-service organisations to assist younger veterans who engage with each other differently and don’t want to be involved in formal structures in the same way that their older colleagues may do.
The Coalition will provide $4 million for a range of projects that promote social inclusion and peer to peer support for our younger veterans. This funding will be provided to ex-service organisations to assist younger veterans who engage with each other differently and don’t want to be involved in formal structures in the same way that their older colleagues may do. This initiative will be targeted at projects that seek to engage and actively involve our younger veterans.
This funding will be provided to ex-service organisations to assist younger veterans who engage with each other differently and don’t want to be involved in formal structures in the same way that their older colleagues may do. This initiative will be targeted at projects that seek to engage and actively involve our younger veterans. Examples of projects that could be supported include mentoring, team building, self-improvement and creative activities.
This initiative will be targeted at projects that seek to engage and actively involve our younger veterans. Examples of projects that could be supported include mentoring, team building, self-improvement and creative activities. 9. Supporting veterans’ concerns on mefloquine
Examples of projects that could be supported include mentoring, team building, self-improvement and creative activities. 9. Supporting veterans’ concerns on mefloquine The Coalition understands there is concern among some veterans about the potential health impacts of the anti-malarial drug Mefloquine.
9. Supporting veterans’ concerns on mefloquine The Coalition understands there is concern among some veterans about the potential health impacts of the anti-malarial drug Mefloquine. The Coalition will support, and build awareness of the support available, to serving and ex serving ADF members and their families.
The Coalition understands there is concern among some veterans about the potential health impacts of the anti-malarial drug Mefloquine. The Coalition will support, and build awareness of the support available, to serving and ex serving ADF members and their families. The Coalition will: establish a formal community consultation mechanism to provide an open dialogue on issues concerning Mefloquine between the Defence Links Committee and the serving and ex-serving ADF community
The Coalition will support, and build awareness of the support available, to serving and ex serving ADF members and their families. The Coalition will: establish a formal community consultation mechanism to provide an open dialogue on issues concerning Mefloquine between the Defence Links Committee and the serving and ex-serving ADF community develop a more comprehensive online resource that will provide information on anti-malarial medications
The Coalition will: establish a formal community consultation mechanism to provide an open dialogue on issues concerning Mefloquine between the Defence Links Committee and the serving and ex-serving ADF community develop a more comprehensive online resource that will provide information on anti-malarial medications establish a dedicated DVA Mefloquine support team to assist our serving and ex-serving ADF community with mefloquine-related claims, this will provide a specialised point of contact with the DVA
develop a more comprehensive online resource that will provide information on anti-malarial medications establish a dedicated DVA Mefloquine support team to assist our serving and ex-serving ADF community with mefloquine-related claims, this will provide a specialised point of contact with the DVA direct the inter-departmental DVA-Defence Links Committee to examine the issues raised; consider existing relevant medical evidence and provide advice to the Government by November 2016
establish a dedicated DVA Mefloquine support team to assist our serving and ex-serving ADF community with mefloquine-related claims, this will provide a specialised point of contact with the DVA direct the inter-departmental DVA-Defence Links Committee to examine the issues raised; consider existing relevant medical evidence and provide advice to the Government by November 2016 10. Commemorations
direct the inter-departmental DVA-Defence Links Committee to examine the issues raised; consider existing relevant medical evidence and provide advice to the Government by November 2016 10. Commemorations The Coalition will continue to support the planned Centenary of Service commemorations through to 2018.
10. Commemorations The Coalition will continue to support the planned Centenary of Service commemorations through to 2018. In August this year we will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the battle of Long Tan and the Vietnam War with a range of events including an official reception at Parliament House in Canberra, a stand to at the Australian War Memorial and a commemorative service at Australian Vietnam Forces Memorial on Anzac Avenue.
The Coalition will continue to support the planned Centenary of Service commemorations through to 2018. In August this year we will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the battle of Long Tan and the Vietnam War with a range of events including an official reception at Parliament House in Canberra, a stand to at the Australian War Memorial and a commemorative service at Australian Vietnam Forces Memorial on Anzac Avenue. In the coming year we will commence planning with the Vietnam veteran community for appropriate commemorative activities to mark other significant battles that occurred during the Vietnam War including the 50th anniversary of the battles of Fire Support Bases at Coral and Balmoral.
In August this year we will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the battle of Long Tan and the Vietnam War with a range of events including an official reception at Parliament House in Canberra, a stand to at the Australian War Memorial and a commemorative service at Australian Vietnam Forces Memorial on Anzac Avenue. In the coming year we will commence planning with the Vietnam veteran community for appropriate commemorative activities to mark other significant battles that occurred during the Vietnam War including the 50th anniversary of the battles of Fire Support Bases at Coral and Balmoral. We are committed to honouring the service and sacrifice of our veterans and in the 2016 Budget we provided $7.5 to refurbish and rebuild 3,800 war graves in Papua New Guinea that have deteriorated and to undertake essential safety and maintenance work at the Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum in Thailand.
In the coming year we will commence planning with the Vietnam veteran community for appropriate commemorative activities to mark other significant battles that occurred during the Vietnam War including the 50th anniversary of the battles of Fire Support Bases at Coral and Balmoral. We are committed to honouring the service and sacrifice of our veterans and in the 2016 Budget we provided $7.5 to refurbish and rebuild 3,800 war graves in Papua New Guinea that have deteriorated and to undertake essential safety and maintenance work at the Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum in Thailand. The Choice
We are committed to honouring the service and sacrifice of our veterans and in the 2016 Budget we provided $7.5 to refurbish and rebuild 3,800 war graves in Papua New Guinea that have deteriorated and to undertake essential safety and maintenance work at the Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum in Thailand. The Choice The Coalition has a strong record supporting our veterans.
The Choice The Coalition has a strong record supporting our veterans. We delivered fair indexation for military superannuation.
The Coalition has a strong record supporting our veterans. We delivered fair indexation for military superannuation. We provide $11.7 billion a year to support veterans, including through health care, income support pensions and allowances.
We delivered fair indexation for military superannuation. We provide $11.7 billion a year to support veterans, including through health care, income support pensions and allowances. We invested $5 million for the Transition and Wellbeing Research programme, which is the largest study undertaken in Australia to examine the impact of military service on the mental health, physical and social health of serving and ex-serving personnel and their families.
We provide $11.7 billion a year to support veterans, including through health care, income support pensions and allowances. We invested $5 million for the Transition and Wellbeing Research programme, which is the largest study undertaken in Australia to examine the impact of military service on the mental health, physical and social health of serving and ex-serving personnel and their families. We invested $46.4 million to expand the non-liability health care initiative so that any eligible veteran can now access mental health care services for post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, and alcohol and substance abuse.
We invested $5 million for the Transition and Wellbeing Research programme, which is the largest study undertaken in Australia to examine the impact of military service on the mental health, physical and social health of serving and ex-serving personnel and their families. We invested $46.4 million to expand the non-liability health care initiative so that any eligible veteran can now access mental health care services for post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, and alcohol and substance abuse. We provided greater access to the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service, which we expanded to include service in disaster relief and boarder protection operations, training accidents, medically discharged personnel, submariners and partners and dependent children of these personnel.
We invested $46.4 million to expand the non-liability health care initiative so that any eligible veteran can now access mental health care services for post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, and alcohol and substance abuse. We provided greater access to the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service, which we expanded to include service in disaster relief and boarder protection operations, training accidents, medically discharged personnel, submariners and partners and dependent children of these personnel. We expanded the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service so that veterans and their families have greater access in more locations to the support they need.
We provided greater access to the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service, which we expanded to include service in disaster relief and boarder protection operations, training accidents, medically discharged personnel, submariners and partners and dependent children of these personnel. We expanded the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service so that veterans and their families have greater access in more locations to the support they need. The Coalition’s strong record on veterans is contrasted by Labor’s contribution.
We expanded the Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service so that veterans and their families have greater access in more locations to the support they need. The Coalition’s strong record on veterans is contrasted by Labor’s contribution. Labor did not fulfil its 2007 commitment to ‘maintain a generous military superannuation system’.
The Coalition’s strong record on veterans is contrasted by Labor’s contribution. Labor did not fulfil its 2007 commitment to ‘maintain a generous military superannuation system’. By opposing legislation, Labor delayed fair indexation for more than 57,000 military superannuants on the Defence Forces Retirement Benefits Scheme and the Defence Force Retirement and Death Benefits scheme.
Labor did not fulfil its 2007 commitment to ‘maintain a generous military superannuation system’. By opposing legislation, Labor delayed fair indexation for more than 57,000 military superannuants on the Defence Forces Retirement Benefits Scheme and the Defence Force Retirement and Death Benefits scheme. Labor postponed the full rollout of the National ADF Family Health Care Programme twice.
By opposing legislation, Labor delayed fair indexation for more than 57,000 military superannuants on the Defence Forces Retirement Benefits Scheme and the Defence Force Retirement and Death Benefits scheme. Labor postponed the full rollout of the National ADF Family Health Care Programme twice. This has meant defence force families did not have guaranteed long term basic health care.
Labor postponed the full rollout of the National ADF Family Health Care Programme twice. This has meant defence force families did not have guaranteed long term basic health care. Labor reduced veterans’ advocacy and welfare funding by $1 million.
This has meant defence force families did not have guaranteed long term basic health care. Labor reduced veterans’ advocacy and welfare funding by $1 million. The former Labor Government cut this funding without consultation.
Labor reduced veterans’ advocacy and welfare funding by $1 million. The former Labor Government cut this funding without consultation. Labor did not address concerns regarding the ICT systems of Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
The former Labor Government cut this funding without consultation. Labor did not address concerns regarding the ICT systems of Department of Veterans’ Affairs. This has created delays in claims times and DVA’s ability to support veterans and veterans’ families.
Labor did not address concerns regarding the ICT systems of Department of Veterans’ Affairs. This has created delays in claims times and DVA’s ability to support veterans and veterans’ families. Costs
This has created delays in claims times and DVA’s ability to support veterans and veterans’ families. Costs The Coalition will invest $15 million to support our veterans and their families.
Costs The Coalition will invest $15 million to support our veterans and their families. JOBS AND GROWTH IN TASMANIA
The Coalition will invest $15 million to support our veterans and their families. JOBS AND GROWTH IN TASMANIA Key Commitments
JOBS AND GROWTH IN TASMANIA Key Commitments The Coalition will invest in jobs and growth for Tasmania.
Key Commitments The Coalition will invest in jobs and growth for Tasmania. Nearly 7,000 jobs have been created in Tasmania since the Coalition came to government.
The Coalition will invest in jobs and growth for Tasmania. Nearly 7,000 jobs have been created in Tasmania since the Coalition came to government. We are investing in Tasmania to increase jobs and deliver more opportunities for Tasmanian businesses and families.
Nearly 7,000 jobs have been created in Tasmania since the Coalition came to government. We are investing in Tasmania to increase jobs and deliver more opportunities for Tasmanian businesses and families. We will deliver over $2 billion in funding for Tasmanian hospitals over the next four years.
We are investing in Tasmania to increase jobs and deliver more opportunities for Tasmanian businesses and families. We will deliver over $2 billion in funding for Tasmanian hospitals over the next four years. Under the Coalition, total Commonwealth funding to all schools across Tasmania will increase by $62.0 million, a 16.8 per cent increase from 2015–16 to 2019–20.
We will deliver over $2 billion in funding for Tasmanian hospitals over the next four years. Under the Coalition, total Commonwealth funding to all schools across Tasmania will increase by $62.0 million, a 16.8 per cent increase from 2015–16 to 2019–20. We expanded the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme, created a Major Projects Approvals Agency to expedite investment in Tasmania, provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, and are investing over $2.1 billion to acquire Australia’s new icebreaker and further support Tasmania as the gateway to Antarctica.
Under the Coalition, total Commonwealth funding to all schools across Tasmania will increase by $62.0 million, a 16.8 per cent increase from 2015–16 to 2019–20. We expanded the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme, created a Major Projects Approvals Agency to expedite investment in Tasmania, provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, and are investing over $2.1 billion to acquire Australia’s new icebreaker and further support Tasmania as the gateway to Antarctica. We are delivering for Tasmania.
We expanded the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme, created a Major Projects Approvals Agency to expedite investment in Tasmania, provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, and are investing over $2.1 billion to acquire Australia’s new icebreaker and further support Tasmania as the gateway to Antarctica. We are delivering for Tasmania. The Coalition will continue to support jobs and growth in Tasmania by: ensuring security of Tasmania’s electricity supply by supporting a second Basslink interconnector
We are delivering for Tasmania. The Coalition will continue to support jobs and growth in Tasmania by: ensuring security of Tasmania’s electricity supply by supporting a second Basslink interconnector investing $150 million to relocate and expand the University of Tasmania’s (UTAS) campuses in the heart of Burnie and Launceston to increase higher education accessibility, participation, and skills attainment
The Coalition will continue to support jobs and growth in Tasmania by: ensuring security of Tasmania’s electricity supply by supporting a second Basslink interconnector investing $150 million to relocate and expand the University of Tasmania’s (UTAS) campuses in the heart of Burnie and Launceston to increase higher education accessibility, participation, and skills attainment partnering in a City Deal for Launceston to maximise the long-term benefits of the UTAS relocation, committing a further $7.5 million to the Council to renew the Launceston CBD, making it an attractive and accessible place to work, study, visit and live
investing $150 million to relocate and expand the University of Tasmania’s (UTAS) campuses in the heart of Burnie and Launceston to increase higher education accessibility, participation, and skills attainment partnering in a City Deal for Launceston to maximise the long-term benefits of the UTAS relocation, committing a further $7.5 million to the Council to renew the Launceston CBD, making it an attractive and accessible place to work, study, visit and live investing $25 million in a locally-led Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package
partnering in a City Deal for Launceston to maximise the long-term benefits of the UTAS relocation, committing a further $7.5 million to the Council to renew the Launceston CBD, making it an attractive and accessible place to work, study, visit and live investing $25 million in a locally-led Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package investing over $2 billion to make Hobart the world centre for Antarctic research
investing $25 million in a locally-led Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package investing over $2 billion to make Hobart the world centre for Antarctic research providing nearly $4 million to complete the Three Capes Track and boost tourism
investing over $2 billion to make Hobart the world centre for Antarctic research providing nearly $4 million to complete the Three Capes Track and boost tourism committing $4 million to establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation with one hub located in Launceston
providing nearly $4 million to complete the Three Capes Track and boost tourism committing $4 million to establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation with one hub located in Launceston delivering infrastructure for Tasmania
committing $4 million to establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation with one hub located in Launceston delivering infrastructure for Tasmania providing more export opportunities and tax cuts for Tasmanian businesses
delivering infrastructure for Tasmania providing more export opportunities and tax cuts for Tasmanian businesses providing $1 million to the Cradle Coast Authority to enable the Cradle Mountain Master Plan to progress to an investment-ready stage
providing more export opportunities and tax cuts for Tasmanian businesses providing $1 million to the Cradle Coast Authority to enable the Cradle Mountain Master Plan to progress to an investment-ready stage The Coalition’s plan for a strong new economy will provide jobs and growth and a secure positive future for Tasmanian businesses and families.
providing $1 million to the Cradle Coast Authority to enable the Cradle Mountain Master Plan to progress to an investment-ready stage The Coalition’s plan for a strong new economy will provide jobs and growth and a secure positive future for Tasmanian businesses and families. Our Plan for Jobs and Growth in Tasmania
The Coalition’s plan for a strong new economy will provide jobs and growth and a secure positive future for Tasmanian businesses and families. Our Plan for Jobs and Growth in Tasmania Nearly 7,000 jobs have been created in Tasmania since the Coalition came to government.
Our Plan for Jobs and Growth in Tasmania Nearly 7,000 jobs have been created in Tasmania since the Coalition came to government. We will deliver over $2 billion in funding for Tasmanian hospitals over the next four years.
Nearly 7,000 jobs have been created in Tasmania since the Coalition came to government. We will deliver over $2 billion in funding for Tasmanian hospitals over the next four years. Under the Coalition, total Commonwealth funding to all schools across Tasmania will increase by $62.0 million, a 16.8 per cent increase from 2015–16 to 2019–20.
We will deliver over $2 billion in funding for Tasmanian hospitals over the next four years. Under the Coalition, total Commonwealth funding to all schools across Tasmania will increase by $62.0 million, a 16.8 per cent increase from 2015–16 to 2019–20. Our funding will be directed according to need and tied to evidence-based initiatives to support student achievement, such as improving literacy and numeracy, and enhancing teaching quality.
Under the Coalition, total Commonwealth funding to all schools across Tasmania will increase by $62.0 million, a 16.8 per cent increase from 2015–16 to 2019–20. Our funding will be directed according to need and tied to evidence-based initiatives to support student achievement, such as improving literacy and numeracy, and enhancing teaching quality. We expanded the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme, created a Major Projects Approvals Agency to expedite investment in Tasmania, provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, and invested nearly $2 billion to acquire Australia’s new icebreaker to further support Tasmania as the gateway to Antarctica.
Our funding will be directed according to need and tied to evidence-based initiatives to support student achievement, such as improving literacy and numeracy, and enhancing teaching quality. We expanded the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme, created a Major Projects Approvals Agency to expedite investment in Tasmania, provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, and invested nearly $2 billion to acquire Australia’s new icebreaker to further support Tasmania as the gateway to Antarctica. We are delivering for Tasmania.
We expanded the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme, created a Major Projects Approvals Agency to expedite investment in Tasmania, provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, and invested nearly $2 billion to acquire Australia’s new icebreaker to further support Tasmania as the gateway to Antarctica. We are delivering for Tasmania. The Coalition’s plan for a strong new economy will provide jobs and growth and a secure positive future for Tasmanian businesses and families.
We are delivering for Tasmania. The Coalition’s plan for a strong new economy will provide jobs and growth and a secure positive future for Tasmanian businesses and families. 1. Supporting Tasmania’s energy security
The Coalition’s plan for a strong new economy will provide jobs and growth and a secure positive future for Tasmanian businesses and families. 1. Supporting Tasmania’s energy security Tasmania needs reliable energy supplies.
1. Supporting Tasmania’s energy security Tasmania needs reliable energy supplies. Families and businesses should have complete confidence that their lights will turn on whenever they need.
Tasmania needs reliable energy supplies. Families and businesses should have complete confidence that their lights will turn on whenever they need. The Coalition will support a second Basslink interconnector to ensure energy security and help drive development of Tasmania’s renewable energy resources, subject to the final business case which we expect to be positive based on the preliminary report by the Hon Warwick Smith AM.
Families and businesses should have complete confidence that their lights will turn on whenever they need. The Coalition will support a second Basslink interconnector to ensure energy security and help drive development of Tasmania’s renewable energy resources, subject to the final business case which we expect to be positive based on the preliminary report by the Hon Warwick Smith AM. We commissioned a report into the feasibility of a second Tasmanian interconnector.
The Coalition will support a second Basslink interconnector to ensure energy security and help drive development of Tasmania’s renewable energy resources, subject to the final business case which we expect to be positive based on the preliminary report by the Hon Warwick Smith AM. We commissioned a report into the feasibility of a second Tasmanian interconnector. The report was driven by the energy challenges Tasmania was facing with the failure of the Basslink interconnector, low hydroelectricity dam water levels, and the need to investigate how to drive the development of major new renewable energy investments.
We commissioned a report into the feasibility of a second Tasmanian interconnector. The report was driven by the energy challenges Tasmania was facing with the failure of the Basslink interconnector, low hydroelectricity dam water levels, and the need to investigate how to drive the development of major new renewable energy investments. The preliminary report recommends that the Commonwealth and Tasmanian Governments commit to support the construction of a second interconnector, subject to the successful completion of the final business case and the early involvement of the Clean Energy Finance Corporation.
The report was driven by the energy challenges Tasmania was facing with the failure of the Basslink interconnector, low hydroelectricity dam water levels, and the need to investigate how to drive the development of major new renewable energy investments. The preliminary report recommends that the Commonwealth and Tasmanian Governments commit to support the construction of a second interconnector, subject to the successful completion of the final business case and the early involvement of the Clean Energy Finance Corporation. A second interconnector will play an important role in Tasmania’s long-term energy security and help drive the development of Tasmania’s world class renewable energy resources.
The preliminary report recommends that the Commonwealth and Tasmanian Governments commit to support the construction of a second interconnector, subject to the successful completion of the final business case and the early involvement of the Clean Energy Finance Corporation. A second interconnector will play an important role in Tasmania’s long-term energy security and help drive the development of Tasmania’s world class renewable energy resources. Along with the potential development of more than 1,000 MW of new renewable energy, a second interconnector could drive investment of around $3 billion for Tasmania.
A second interconnector will play an important role in Tasmania’s long-term energy security and help drive the development of Tasmania’s world class renewable energy resources. Along with the potential development of more than 1,000 MW of new renewable energy, a second interconnector could drive investment of around $3 billion for Tasmania. As Mr Smith made clear in his preliminary report, there is a case for developing a second interconnector in order to ensure Tasmania’s long term energy security and open the pathway for more than 1,000MW of new renewable energy investment.
Along with the potential development of more than 1,000 MW of new renewable energy, a second interconnector could drive investment of around $3 billion for Tasmania. As Mr Smith made clear in his preliminary report, there is a case for developing a second interconnector in order to ensure Tasmania’s long term energy security and open the pathway for more than 1,000MW of new renewable energy investment. Given the financial complexities involved in developing the business case for a second interconnector and Tasmania’s renewable energy resources, the recommendation about a key role for the Clean Energy Finance Corporation is also welcome.
As Mr Smith made clear in his preliminary report, there is a case for developing a second interconnector in order to ensure Tasmania’s long term energy security and open the pathway for more than 1,000MW of new renewable energy investment. Given the financial complexities involved in developing the business case for a second interconnector and Tasmania’s renewable energy resources, the recommendation about a key role for the Clean Energy Finance Corporation is also welcome. The Coalition looks forward to Mr Smith’s final report which is due by the end of the year. It will form a major part in determining the business case for the second interconnector.
Given the financial complexities involved in developing the business case for a second interconnector and Tasmania’s renewable energy resources, the recommendation about a key role for the Clean Energy Finance Corporation is also welcome. The Coalition looks forward to Mr Smith’s final report which is due by the end of the year. It will form a major part in determining the business case for the second interconnector. We have taken a sensible approach to this important issue for Tasmania – one that is about delivering real jobs and investment for all Tasmanians.
The Coalition looks forward to Mr Smith’s final report which is due by the end of the year. It will form a major part in determining the business case for the second interconnector. We have taken a sensible approach to this important issue for Tasmania – one that is about delivering real jobs and investment for all Tasmanians. 2. Supporting jobs and education in Tasmania
We have taken a sensible approach to this important issue for Tasmania – one that is about delivering real jobs and investment for all Tasmanians. 2. Supporting jobs and education in Tasmania The Coalition will commit $150 million to relocate and expand the University of Tasmania’s (UTAS) campuses in the heart of Burnie and Launceston.
2. Supporting jobs and education in Tasmania The Coalition will commit $150 million to relocate and expand the University of Tasmania’s (UTAS) campuses in the heart of Burnie and Launceston. Our commitment will support jobs and
The Coalition will commit $150 million to relocate and expand the University of Tasmania’s (UTAS) campuses in the heart of Burnie and Launceston. Our commitment will support jobs and increase higher education accessibility, participation and attainment.
Our commitment will support jobs and increase higher education accessibility, participation and attainment. The University of Tasmania makes an important contribution to the state, not only to the education system and social fabric of the community, but also to the economy.
increase higher education accessibility, participation and attainment. The University of Tasmania makes an important contribution to the state, not only to the education system and social fabric of the community, but also to the economy. The University is one of the state’s larger employers, supporting more than one per cent of all jobs in Tasmania.
The University of Tasmania makes an important contribution to the state, not only to the education system and social fabric of the community, but also to the economy. The University is one of the state’s larger employers, supporting more than one per cent of all jobs in Tasmania. Its expenditure is a little over two per cent of Tasmania’s gross state product.
The University is one of the state’s larger employers, supporting more than one per cent of all jobs in Tasmania. Its expenditure is a little over two per cent of Tasmania’s gross state product. The potential for the University to make an even bigger contribution to the future of the state is clear.
Its expenditure is a little over two per cent of Tasmania’s gross state product. The potential for the University to make an even bigger contribution to the future of the state is clear. Key performance indicators are trending upwards.
The potential for the University to make an even bigger contribution to the future of the state is clear. Key performance indicators are trending upwards. Student enrolments are up by more than 35 per cent over the last five years, and its world ranking has lifted to 305th in 2015, up from 400th in 2010, in the Academic Ranking of World Universities.
Key performance indicators are trending upwards. Student enrolments are up by more than 35 per cent over the last five years, and its world ranking has lifted to 305th in 2015, up from 400th in 2010, in the Academic Ranking of World Universities. The relocation and expansion of UTAS in the heart of Burnie and Launceston will generate 3,110 local jobs and $1.1 billion in economic output during the construction phase.
Student enrolments are up by more than 35 per cent over the last five years, and its world ranking has lifted to 305th in 2015, up from 400th in 2010, in the Academic Ranking of World Universities. The relocation and expansion of UTAS in the heart of Burnie and Launceston will generate 3,110 local jobs and $1.1 billion in economic output during the construction phase. The UTAS campus relocation programme will attract 12,000 new students to higher education in the region over the next decade to help address the state’s educational under-attainment.
The relocation and expansion of UTAS in the heart of Burnie and Launceston will generate 3,110 local jobs and $1.1 billion in economic output during the construction phase. The UTAS campus relocation programme will attract 12,000 new students to higher education in the region over the next decade to help address the state’s educational under-attainment. It will help boost Tasmania’s and Australia’s attraction as a high quality international education destination, attracting an additional 1,700 international students to the region.
The UTAS campus relocation programme will attract 12,000 new students to higher education in the region over the next decade to help address the state’s educational under-attainment. It will help boost Tasmania’s and Australia’s attraction as a high quality international education destination, attracting an additional 1,700 international students to the region. International education is one of Australia’s largest services export and a major employer.
It will help boost Tasmania’s and Australia’s attraction as a high quality international education destination, attracting an additional 1,700 international students to the region. International education is one of Australia’s largest services export and a major employer. In Tasmania alone, international education generates $164 million for the economy and supports an estimated 1,440 jobs.
International education is one of Australia’s largest services export and a major employer. In Tasmania alone, international education generates $164 million for the economy and supports an estimated 1,440 jobs. Our investment will build a fit-for-purpose university campus at Inveresk in Launceston, providing modern, world-class teaching, learning and research facilities.
In Tasmania alone, international education generates $164 million for the economy and supports an estimated 1,440 jobs. Our investment will build a fit-for-purpose university campus at Inveresk in Launceston, providing modern, world-class teaching, learning and research facilities. The new Launceston Institute for Applied Science and Design building will strengthen the future of science, research and the STEM disciplines in Northern Tasmania.
Our investment will build a fit-for-purpose university campus at Inveresk in Launceston, providing modern, world-class teaching, learning and research facilities. The new Launceston Institute for Applied Science and Design building will strengthen the future of science, research and the STEM disciplines in Northern Tasmania. Modern and accessible educational facilities that use the latest in technology-enhanced learning environments will be constructed at West Park in Burnie, adjacent to the CBD and West Beach.
The new Launceston Institute for Applied Science and Design building will strengthen the future of science, research and the STEM disciplines in Northern Tasmania. Modern and accessible educational facilities that use the latest in technology-enhanced learning environments will be constructed at West Park in Burnie, adjacent to the CBD and West Beach. The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture will be relocated to this central site and have room to grow as it extends into applied agriculture, logistics, supply chain analysis and agribusiness.
Modern and accessible educational facilities that use the latest in technology-enhanced learning environments will be constructed at West Park in Burnie, adjacent to the CBD and West Beach. The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture will be relocated to this central site and have room to grow as it extends into applied agriculture, logistics, supply chain analysis and agribusiness. Both new campuses will provide innovation centres that support entrepreneurship, startups and industry supply chain spin-offs.
The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture will be relocated to this central site and have room to grow as it extends into applied agriculture, logistics, supply chain analysis and agribusiness. Both new campuses will provide innovation centres that support entrepreneurship, startups and industry supply chain spin-offs. Central to the UTAS transformation agenda is the need to increase significantly the number of Associate Degree places, which are of particular benefit to students who have never previously participated in further education.
Both new campuses will provide innovation centres that support entrepreneurship, startups and industry supply chain spin-offs. Central to the UTAS transformation agenda is the need to increase significantly the number of Associate Degree places, which are of particular benefit to students who have never previously participated in further education. The Coalition has supported extending the demand driven funding system to sub-bachelor places in universities.
Central to the UTAS transformation agenda is the need to increase significantly the number of Associate Degree places, which are of particular benefit to students who have never previously participated in further education. The Coalition has supported extending the demand driven funding system to sub-bachelor places in universities. Labor has twice voted against this in Parliament and has ruled it out in the future.
The Coalition has supported extending the demand driven funding system to sub-bachelor places in universities. Labor has twice voted against this in Parliament and has ruled it out in the future. UTAS estimates 8,000 students would benefit from Associate Degrees in Tasmania.
Labor has twice voted against this in Parliament and has ruled it out in the future. UTAS estimates 8,000 students would benefit from Associate Degrees in Tasmania. The Coalition supports increasing the number of Associate Degree places, which will benefit UTAS and other regional universities across the country.
UTAS estimates 8,000 students would benefit from Associate Degrees in Tasmania. The Coalition supports increasing the number of Associate Degree places, which will benefit UTAS and other regional universities across the country. The University of Tasmania will also receive $1.3 million from the National Critical Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) Agility Fund to ensure the continued effectiveness of the Integrated Marine Observing System.
The Coalition supports increasing the number of Associate Degree places, which will benefit UTAS and other regional universities across the country. The University of Tasmania will also receive $1.3 million from the National Critical Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) Agility Fund to ensure the continued effectiveness of the Integrated Marine Observing System. The funding will enable UTAS to replace and upgrade priority infrastructure that will see the ongoing provision of data critical to the fishing industry, climate prediction and the resources sector.
The University of Tasmania will also receive $1.3 million from the National Critical Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) Agility Fund to ensure the continued effectiveness of the Integrated Marine Observing System. The funding will enable UTAS to replace and upgrade priority infrastructure that will see the ongoing provision of data critical to the fishing industry, climate prediction and the resources sector. NCRIS is a network of 222 institutions employing more than 1,700 highly skilled technical experts, researchers and facilities managers.
The funding will enable UTAS to replace and upgrade priority infrastructure that will see the ongoing provision of data critical to the fishing industry, climate prediction and the resources sector. NCRIS is a network of 222 institutions employing more than 1,700 highly skilled technical experts, researchers and facilities managers. NCRIS facilities are used by more than 35,000 researchers across Australia and internationally.
NCRIS is a network of 222 institutions employing more than 1,700 highly skilled technical experts, researchers and facilities managers. NCRIS facilities are used by more than 35,000 researchers across Australia and internationally. The former Labor Government failed to provide ongoing funding for NCRIS.
NCRIS facilities are used by more than 35,000 researchers across Australia and internationally. The former Labor Government failed to provide ongoing funding for NCRIS. The Coalition’s National Innovation and Science Agenda provided $1.5 billion to ensure that NCRIS continues to drive collaboration between researchers, government and industry to deliver practical outcomes such as the UTAS Integrated Marine Observing System.
The former Labor Government failed to provide ongoing funding for NCRIS. The Coalition’s National Innovation and Science Agenda provided $1.5 billion to ensure that NCRIS continues to drive collaboration between researchers, government and industry to deliver practical outcomes such as the UTAS Integrated Marine Observing System. 3. Supporting jobs and smart cities in Tasmania
The Coalition’s National Innovation and Science Agenda provided $1.5 billion to ensure that NCRIS continues to drive collaboration between researchers, government and industry to deliver practical outcomes such as the UTAS Integrated Marine Observing System. 3. Supporting jobs and smart cities in Tasmania The investment in UTAS campus relocation will transform the CBDs of Launceston and Burnie, bringing thousands of students and new business opportunities that will energise these city centres.
3. Supporting jobs and smart cities in Tasmania The investment in UTAS campus relocation will transform the CBDs of Launceston and Burnie, bringing thousands of students and new business opportunities that will energise these city centres. The UTAS relocation presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for long-term jobs and growth in Launceston which will only be realised with tight coordination and integrated planning across all three levels of governments.
The investment in UTAS campus relocation will transform the CBDs of Launceston and Burnie, bringing thousands of students and new business opportunities that will energise these city centres. The UTAS relocation presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for long-term jobs and growth in Launceston which will only be realised with tight coordination and integrated planning across all three levels of governments. That is why the Turnbull Coalition is partnering in a City Deal for Launceston and committing to invest in the critical infrastructure that will deliver it.
The UTAS relocation presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for long-term jobs and growth in Launceston which will only be realised with tight coordination and integrated planning across all three levels of governments. That is why the Turnbull Coalition is partnering in a City Deal for Launceston and committing to invest in the critical infrastructure that will deliver it. The Coalition will provide a further $7.5 million to the Launceston City Council to accelerate these benefits and renew the Launceston CBD, making it an attractive and accessible place to work, study, visit and live.
That is why the Turnbull Coalition is partnering in a City Deal for Launceston and committing to invest in the critical infrastructure that will deliver it. The Coalition will provide a further $7.5 million to the Launceston City Council to accelerate these benefits and renew the Launceston CBD, making it an attractive and accessible place to work, study, visit and live. The programme of works will upgrade civic spaces with paving, tree plantings, street furniture and art.
The Coalition will provide a further $7.5 million to the Launceston City Council to accelerate these benefits and renew the Launceston CBD, making it an attractive and accessible place to work, study, visit and live. The programme of works will upgrade civic spaces with paving, tree plantings, street furniture and art. New areas and amenities for on-street dining, events and play spaces will be provided.
The programme of works will upgrade civic spaces with paving, tree plantings, street furniture and art. New areas and amenities for on-street dining, events and play spaces will be provided. Safety and amenity will be improved with CCTV and lighting installations.
New areas and amenities for on-street dining, events and play spaces will be provided. Safety and amenity will be improved with CCTV and lighting installations. The main bus stop will be relocated and upgraded.
Safety and amenity will be improved with CCTV and lighting installations. The main bus stop will be relocated and upgraded. Pedestrian access will be improved with widened footpaths, signage and smart technology apps to promote access between attractions and other precincts, including the new UTAS Inveresk campus which will connect to the CBD via a new pedestrian bridge.
The main bus stop will be relocated and upgraded. Pedestrian access will be improved with widened footpaths, signage and smart technology apps to promote access between attractions and other precincts, including the new UTAS Inveresk campus which will connect to the CBD via a new pedestrian bridge. An additional 55 wireless access points will be provided across the city providing seamless internet access all the way to the new UTAS campus.
Pedestrian access will be improved with widened footpaths, signage and smart technology apps to promote access between attractions and other precincts, including the new UTAS Inveresk campus which will connect to the CBD via a new pedestrian bridge. An additional 55 wireless access points will be provided across the city providing seamless internet access all the way to the new UTAS campus. The Launceston City Heart Project is a major development project, providing 138 new jobs during the construction phase and in excess of 317 direct jobs in the retail, tourism and services sectors in the CBD.
An additional 55 wireless access points will be provided across the city providing seamless internet access all the way to the new UTAS campus. The Launceston City Heart Project is a major development project, providing 138 new jobs during the construction phase and in excess of 317 direct jobs in the retail, tourism and services sectors in the CBD. The award-winning $18.1 million Launceston City Heart project is the largest project ever undertaken by the City of Launceston.
The Launceston City Heart Project is a major development project, providing 138 new jobs during the construction phase and in excess of 317 direct jobs in the retail, tourism and services sectors in the CBD. The award-winning $18.1 million Launceston City Heart project is the largest project ever undertaken by the City of Launceston. Our investment in Launceston puts the Coalition’s Smart Cities Plan into action, with smart investment, smart policy and smart technology maximising the potential of all cities, big and small.
The award-winning $18.1 million Launceston City Heart project is the largest project ever undertaken by the City of Launceston. Our investment in Launceston puts the Coalition’s Smart Cities Plan into action, with smart investment, smart policy and smart technology maximising the potential of all cities, big and small. 4. $25 million into a locally-led Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package
Our investment in Launceston puts the Coalition’s Smart Cities Plan into action, with smart investment, smart policy and smart technology maximising the potential of all cities, big and small. 4. $25 million into a locally-led Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package The Coalition will invest $25 million into a locally-led Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package.
4. $25 million into a locally-led Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package The Coalition will invest $25 million into a locally-led Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package. Our jobs package will help create local jobs and growth,
The Coalition will invest $25 million into a locally-led Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package. Our jobs package will help create local jobs and growth, build a highly skilled local workforce
Our jobs package will help create local jobs and growth, build a highly skilled local workforce take advantage of export opportunities and diversify the regional economy
build a highly skilled local workforce take advantage of export opportunities and diversify the regional economy Grants under the Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package will be awarded through three streams: support for businesses to grow and bring forward expansion plans
take advantage of export opportunities and diversify the regional economy Grants under the Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package will be awarded through three streams: support for businesses to grow and bring forward expansion plans building local infrastructure
Grants under the Regional Tasmania Jobs and Investment Package will be awarded through three streams: support for businesses to grow and bring forward expansion plans building local infrastructure investment in skills and training programmes to build a highly skilled local workforce
building local infrastructure investment in skills and training programmes to build a highly skilled local workforce These grants will assist local businesses in Launceston, Devonport, Burnie and other areas across regional Tasmania to grow, as well as encourage new businesses to enter the region, creating new sustainable jobs.
investment in skills and training programmes to build a highly skilled local workforce These grants will assist local businesses in Launceston, Devonport, Burnie and other areas across regional Tasmania to grow, as well as encourage new businesses to enter the region, creating new sustainable jobs. Grants will attract at least matching co-investment so the total investment in regional Tasmania will be at least $50 million.
These grants will assist local businesses in Launceston, Devonport, Burnie and other areas across regional Tasmania to grow, as well as encourage new businesses to enter the region, creating new sustainable jobs. Grants will attract at least matching co-investment so the total investment in regional Tasmania will be at least $50 million. Previous Tasmanian jobs incentive packages since 2013 have demonstrated the enduring year-on-year returns that these packages bring.
Grants will attract at least matching co-investment so the total investment in regional Tasmania will be at least $50 million. Previous Tasmanian jobs incentive packages since 2013 have demonstrated the enduring year-on-year returns that these packages bring. For example, the recent Tasmanian Jobs and Investment fund will deliver 800 new jobs in Tasmania and leverage almost $100 million in new investment.
Previous Tasmanian jobs incentive packages since 2013 have demonstrated the enduring year-on-year returns that these packages bring. For example, the recent Tasmanian Jobs and Investment fund will deliver 800 new jobs in Tasmania and leverage almost $100 million in new investment. Our commitment will help ensure additional jobs growth and investment in Tasmania.
For example, the recent Tasmanian Jobs and Investment fund will deliver 800 new jobs in Tasmania and leverage almost $100 million in new investment. Our commitment will help ensure additional jobs growth and investment in Tasmania. 5. A global centre for Antarctic research
Our commitment will help ensure additional jobs growth and investment in Tasmania. 5. A global centre for Antarctic research The Coalition is investing over $2.1 billion to enhance Tasmania’s status as a global hub for Antarctic research hubs and the premier Gateway to East Antarctica.
5. A global centre for Antarctic research The Coalition is investing over $2.1 billion to enhance Tasmania’s status as a global hub for Antarctic research hubs and the premier Gateway to East Antarctica. We have signed a contract for Australia’s new icebreaker, amounting to a $1.9 billion investment, with the custom built ship due to arrive in Australia in mid-2020.
The Coalition is investing over $2.1 billion to enhance Tasmania’s status as a global hub for Antarctic research hubs and the premier Gateway to East Antarctica. We have signed a contract for Australia’s new icebreaker, amounting to a $1.9 billion investment, with the custom built ship due to arrive in Australia in mid-2020. More than $1.1 billion (around 80 per cent) of the operations and maintenance spend will be in Australia, with the majority expected in Tasmania.
We have signed a contract for Australia’s new icebreaker, amounting to a $1.9 billion investment, with the custom built ship due to arrive in Australia in mid-2020. More than $1.1 billion (around 80 per cent) of the operations and maintenance spend will be in Australia, with the majority expected in Tasmania. The new icebreaker will help to further expand Tasmania’s role as the gateway to Antarctica, and is great news for jobs and growth in the state.
More than $1.1 billion (around 80 per cent) of the operations and maintenance spend will be in Australia, with the majority expected in Tasmania. The new icebreaker will help to further expand Tasmania’s role as the gateway to Antarctica, and is great news for jobs and growth in the state. Australian company DMS Maritime Pty Ltd will project manage the overall ship design and building process and will then operate and maintain the icebreaker from its home port of Hobart.
The new icebreaker will help to further expand Tasmania’s role as the gateway to Antarctica, and is great news for jobs and growth in the state. Australian company DMS Maritime Pty Ltd will project manage the overall ship design and building process and will then operate and maintain the icebreaker from its home port of Hobart. The Coalition’s commitment to a new icebreaker is the single biggest investment in the history of the Australian Antarctic programme.
Australian company DMS Maritime Pty Ltd will project manage the overall ship design and building process and will then operate and maintain the icebreaker from its home port of Hobart. The Coalition’s commitment to a new icebreaker is the single biggest investment in the history of the Australian Antarctic programme. Our commitment will support operations and science and ensure Tasmania is the scientific partner of choice in East Antarctica.
The Coalition’s commitment to a new icebreaker is the single biggest investment in the history of the Australian Antarctic programme. Our commitment will support operations and science and ensure Tasmania is the scientific partner of choice in East Antarctica. In addition to funding for the icebreaker, the Australian Antarctic Strategy is supported with $255 million new funding – this includes $55 million for infrastructure and $200 million for sustainable ongoing funding for the Australian Antarctic programme.
Our commitment will support operations and science and ensure Tasmania is the scientific partner of choice in East Antarctica. In addition to funding for the icebreaker, the Australian Antarctic Strategy is supported with $255 million new funding – this includes $55 million for infrastructure and $200 million for sustainable ongoing funding for the Australian Antarctic programme. A modern icebreaker is essential for the resupply of Australia’s Antarctic research stations and to lead a world-class science programme.
In addition to funding for the icebreaker, the Australian Antarctic Strategy is supported with $255 million new funding – this includes $55 million for infrastructure and $200 million for sustainable ongoing funding for the Australian Antarctic programme. A modern icebreaker is essential for the resupply of Australia’s Antarctic research stations and to lead a world-class science programme. The state-of-the-art icebreaker will be uniquely tailored to meet Australia’s needs, and will be faster, larger, and stronger than the Australian Antarctic programme’s current icebreaker, Aurora Australis and also offers increased endurance and icebreaking capability.
A modern icebreaker is essential for the resupply of Australia’s Antarctic research stations and to lead a world-class science programme. The state-of-the-art icebreaker will be uniquely tailored to meet Australia’s needs, and will be faster, larger, and stronger than the Australian Antarctic programme’s current icebreaker, Aurora Australis and also offers increased endurance and icebreaking capability. The new ship provides a modern platform for marine science research in both sea ice and open water, and a moon pool for launching and retrieving remotely operated underwater vehicles.
The state-of-the-art icebreaker will be uniquely tailored to meet Australia’s needs, and will be faster, larger, and stronger than the Australian Antarctic programme’s current icebreaker, Aurora Australis and also offers increased endurance and icebreaking capability. The new ship provides a modern platform for marine science research in both sea ice and open water, and a moon pool for launching and retrieving remotely operated underwater vehicles. The Coalition is making Tasmania a global centre for Antarctic research and science and the partner of choice in East Antarctica.
The new ship provides a modern platform for marine science research in both sea ice and open water, and a moon pool for launching and retrieving remotely operated underwater vehicles. The Coalition is making Tasmania a global centre for Antarctic research and science and the partner of choice in East Antarctica. 6. Tourism
The Coalition is making Tasmania a global centre for Antarctic research and science and the partner of choice in East Antarctica. 6. Tourism Tourism is a vital part of the Australian economy, contributing more than $120 billion to the Australian economy last year.
6. Tourism Tourism is a vital part of the Australian economy, contributing more than $120 billion to the Australian economy last year. Tourism is also critical to regional Australia, with 45 cents in every tourism dollar spent in regional Australia.
Tourism is a vital part of the Australian economy, contributing more than $120 billion to the Australian economy last year. Tourism is also critical to regional Australia, with 45 cents in every tourism dollar spent in regional Australia. Over half (52 per cent) of Tasmania’s tourism businesses are located in regional areas.
Tourism is also critical to regional Australia, with 45 cents in every tourism dollar spent in regional Australia. Over half (52 per cent) of Tasmania’s tourism businesses are located in regional areas. Tourism is particularly important to jobs
Over half (52 per cent) of Tasmania’s tourism businesses are located in regional areas. Tourism is particularly important to jobs and growth in Tasmania and drives nine per cent of Tasmania’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Tourism is particularly important to jobs and growth in Tasmania and drives nine per cent of Tasmania’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The tourism industry employs approximately 37,000 Tasmanians.
and growth in Tasmania and drives nine per cent of Tasmania’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The tourism industry employs approximately 37,000 Tasmanians. The Coalition will support tourism,
The tourism industry employs approximately 37,000 Tasmanians. The Coalition will support tourism, jobs
The Coalition will support tourism, jobs and growth in Tasmania.
jobs and growth in Tasmania. Tasmania has been leading Australia in record growth in both domestic and international visitor numbers and expenditure and is well positioned to capture the demand of mainland Australians and the emerging middle class of Asia.
and growth in Tasmania. Tasmania has been leading Australia in record growth in both domestic and international visitor numbers and expenditure and is well positioned to capture the demand of mainland Australians and the emerging middle class of Asia. In 2015, international visitation to Tasmania grew by 20 per cent to 211,788 visitors and spend by these visitors grew by 34 per cent to $351 million.
Tasmania has been leading Australia in record growth in both domestic and international visitor numbers and expenditure and is well positioned to capture the demand of mainland Australians and the emerging middle class of Asia. In 2015, international visitation to Tasmania grew by 20 per cent to 211,788 visitors and spend by these visitors grew by 34 per cent to $351 million. In the same period, domestic visitor nights grew by 17 per cent to 10.9 million nights and overnight trip expenditure grew 20 per cent to $2.2 billion.
In 2015, international visitation to Tasmania grew by 20 per cent to 211,788 visitors and spend by these visitors grew by 34 per cent to $351 million. In the same period, domestic visitor nights grew by 17 per cent to 10.9 million nights and overnight trip expenditure grew 20 per cent to $2.2 billion. Consumer research by Tourism Australia found that one of Australia’s greatest drawcards is the quality of its natural attractions.
In the same period, domestic visitor nights grew by 17 per cent to 10.9 million nights and overnight trip expenditure grew 20 per cent to $2.2 billion. Consumer research by Tourism Australia found that one of Australia’s greatest drawcards is the quality of its natural attractions. |Australia is rated number one in the world when it comes to world class beauty and natural environment, and Tasmania delivers on this quality in spades.
Consumer research by Tourism Australia found that one of Australia’s greatest drawcards is the quality of its natural attractions. |Australia is rated number one in the world when it comes to world class beauty and natural environment, and Tasmania delivers on this quality in spades. We will: provide $3.8 million to facilitate the completion of the Three Capes Track.
|Australia is rated number one in the world when it comes to world class beauty and natural environment, and Tasmania delivers on this quality in spades. We will: provide $3.8 million to facilitate the completion of the Three Capes Track. The Track is a shining example of Tasmania’s high-end eco-tourism offering.
We will: provide $3.8 million to facilitate the completion of the Three Capes Track. The Track is a shining example of Tasmania’s high-end eco-tourism offering. Completion of the third track will create jobs during construction and allow its full potential to be realised, benefiting the Tasmanian economy.
The Track is a shining example of Tasmania’s high-end eco-tourism offering. Completion of the third track will create jobs during construction and allow its full potential to be realised, benefiting the Tasmanian economy. provide $1 million to the Cradle Coast Authority to enable the Cradle Mountain Master Plan to progress to an investment-ready stage.
Completion of the third track will create jobs during construction and allow its full potential to be realised, benefiting the Tasmanian economy. provide $1 million to the Cradle Coast Authority to enable the Cradle Mountain Master Plan to progress to an investment-ready stage. Our funding will support the development of a full business case and economic impact statement, further detailed design work and engineering advice, and the preliminary environmental assessments needed to enable the project to proceed.
provide $1 million to the Cradle Coast Authority to enable the Cradle Mountain Master Plan to progress to an investment-ready stage. Our funding will support the development of a full business case and economic impact statement, further detailed design work and engineering advice, and the preliminary environmental assessments needed to enable the project to proceed. provide $70,000 to undertake a demand study into the “Geeves Effect” tourism development proposal for southern Tasmania.
Our funding will support the development of a full business case and economic impact statement, further detailed design work and engineering advice, and the preliminary environmental assessments needed to enable the project to proceed. provide $70,000 to undertake a demand study into the “Geeves Effect” tourism development proposal for southern Tasmania. The “Geeves Effect” is a tourism proposal in southern Tasmania encompassing the development of a wilderness precinct for tourism accommodation and activity adjacent to the Tasmania World Heritage Area at Lake Geeves.
provide $70,000 to undertake a demand study into the “Geeves Effect” tourism development proposal for southern Tasmania. The “Geeves Effect” is a tourism proposal in southern Tasmania encompassing the development of a wilderness precinct for tourism accommodation and activity adjacent to the Tasmania World Heritage Area at Lake Geeves. The “Geeves Effect” has the potential to unlock the tourism potential of Australia’s highest cliffs in one of the world’s most significant natural World Heritage Areas by creating an environmentally sustainable and demand-driving tourism drawcard.
The “Geeves Effect” is a tourism proposal in southern Tasmania encompassing the development of a wilderness precinct for tourism accommodation and activity adjacent to the Tasmania World Heritage Area at Lake Geeves. The “Geeves Effect” has the potential to unlock the tourism potential of Australia’s highest cliffs in one of the world’s most significant natural World Heritage Areas by creating an environmentally sustainable and demand-driving tourism drawcard. These projects have the potential to create more jobs
The “Geeves Effect” has the potential to unlock the tourism potential of Australia’s highest cliffs in one of the world’s most significant natural World Heritage Areas by creating an environmentally sustainable and demand-driving tourism drawcard. These projects have the potential to create more jobs and growth in Tasmania, providing unique destinations for tourist activity.
These projects have the potential to create more jobs and growth in Tasmania, providing unique destinations for tourist activity. 7. Establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation research hub
and growth in Tasmania, providing unique destinations for tourist activity. 7. Establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation research hub The Coalition will commit $4 million to establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation.
7. Establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation research hub The Coalition will commit $4 million to establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation. The Institute will operate as a dispersed network model with one hub in Launceston, based at the University of Tasmania, and another hub based in Mt Gambier in South Australia’s Green Triangle.
The Coalition will commit $4 million to establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation. The Institute will operate as a dispersed network model with one hub in Launceston, based at the University of Tasmania, and another hub based in Mt Gambier in South Australia’s Green Triangle. Each hub will receive $2 million in funding.
The Institute will operate as a dispersed network model with one hub in Launceston, based at the University of Tasmania, and another hub based in Mt Gambier in South Australia’s Green Triangle. Each hub will receive $2 million in funding. Forestry is worth $1 billion to Tasmania and employs close to 3,500 people across the value chain.
Each hub will receive $2 million in funding. Forestry is worth $1 billion to Tasmania and employs close to 3,500 people across the value chain. Our forests provide significant economic and environmental benefits to all Australians—so we need a clear plan for how we manage them into the future to capitalise on the opportunities before us.
Forestry is worth $1 billion to Tasmania and employs close to 3,500 people across the value chain. Our forests provide significant economic and environmental benefits to all Australians—so we need a clear plan for how we manage them into the future to capitalise on the opportunities before us. To take full advantage of the Coalition’s commitment to the 20 year Regional Forest Agreements, the National Institute for Forest Products Innovation will support the forest industry’s focus on high-value outcomes and its contribution to low carbon, low energy economies.
Our forests provide significant economic and environmental benefits to all Australians—so we need a clear plan for how we manage them into the future to capitalise on the opportunities before us. To take full advantage of the Coalition’s commitment to the 20 year Regional Forest Agreements, the National Institute for Forest Products Innovation will support the forest industry’s focus on high-value outcomes and its contribution to low carbon, low energy economies. Innovation in forest management, timber processing, wood fibre recovery, advanced manufacturing and the bio-economy will ensure a strong future for this critical Tasmanian industry.
To take full advantage of the Coalition’s commitment to the 20 year Regional Forest Agreements, the National Institute for Forest Products Innovation will support the forest industry’s focus on high-value outcomes and its contribution to low carbon, low energy economies. Innovation in forest management, timber processing, wood fibre recovery, advanced manufacturing and the bio-economy will ensure a strong future for this critical Tasmanian industry. 8. Delivering infrastructure for Tasmania
Innovation in forest management, timber processing, wood fibre recovery, advanced manufacturing and the bio-economy will ensure a strong future for this critical Tasmanian industry. 8. Delivering infrastructure for Tasmania The Coalition is investing nearly $1 billion in the infrastructure Tasmania needs.
8. Delivering infrastructure for Tasmania The Coalition is investing nearly $1 billion in the infrastructure Tasmania needs. We provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, invested $60 million in Freight Rail Revitalisation and provided $26 million to upgrade the Brooker Highway.
The Coalition is investing nearly $1 billion in the infrastructure Tasmania needs. We provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, invested $60 million in Freight Rail Revitalisation and provided $26 million to upgrade the Brooker Highway. Since the 2013 election, more than $45 million has been invested in local transport infrastructure projects.
We provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, invested $60 million in Freight Rail Revitalisation and provided $26 million to upgrade the Brooker Highway. Since the 2013 election, more than $45 million has been invested in local transport infrastructure projects. Our investment in the Midland Highway is generating 260 jobs.
Since the 2013 election, more than $45 million has been invested in local transport infrastructure projects. Our investment in the Midland Highway is generating 260 jobs. Further jobs are being created in local communities from our investments in local infrastructure around the state.
Our investment in the Midland Highway is generating 260 jobs. Further jobs are being created in local communities from our investments in local infrastructure around the state. Tasmania is also benefitting from the Coalition’s commitment to extend from 2019 a number of programmes that fund upgrades to local roads including: Roads to Recovery – $400 million per year, Maintenance – $350 million per year, Black Spots – $60 million per year, Bridges Renewal – $60 million per year and Heavy Vehicle Safety – $40 million per year programmes.
Further jobs are being created in local communities from our investments in local infrastructure around the state. Tasmania is also benefitting from the Coalition’s commitment to extend from 2019 a number of programmes that fund upgrades to local roads including: Roads to Recovery – $400 million per year, Maintenance – $350 million per year, Black Spots – $60 million per year, Bridges Renewal – $60 million per year and Heavy Vehicle Safety – $40 million per year programmes. We are also delivering an additional $60 million commitment to extend the successful Mobile Black Spot Programme.
Tasmania is also benefitting from the Coalition’s commitment to extend from 2019 a number of programmes that fund upgrades to local roads including: Roads to Recovery – $400 million per year, Maintenance – $350 million per year, Black Spots – $60 million per year, Bridges Renewal – $60 million per year and Heavy Vehicle Safety – $40 million per year programmes. We are also delivering an additional $60 million commitment to extend the successful Mobile Black Spot Programme. 9. Promoting exports
We are also delivering an additional $60 million commitment to extend the successful Mobile Black Spot Programme. 9. Promoting exports Trade and investment create job opportunities for Australians.
9. Promoting exports Trade and investment create job opportunities for Australians. More than 450,000 jobs have been created since the Coalition came to government.
Trade and investment create job opportunities for Australians. More than 450,000 jobs have been created since the Coalition came to government. We delivered break-through free trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea and upgraded our free trade agreement with Singapore.
More than 450,000 jobs have been created since the Coalition came to government. We delivered break-through free trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea and upgraded our free trade agreement with Singapore. These free trade agreements are delivering thousands of jobs and growth opportunities for Australian businesses.
We delivered break-through free trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea and upgraded our free trade agreement with Singapore. These free trade agreements are delivering thousands of jobs and growth opportunities for Australian businesses. Up to 10,000 new jobs are expected to be created in the financial services sector alone by 2030.
These free trade agreements are delivering thousands of jobs and growth opportunities for Australian businesses. Up to 10,000 new jobs are expected to be created in the financial services sector alone by 2030. In the first year of operation, our agreements with South Korea and Japan delivered real benefits for the agricultural sector: the value of Australian exports of fresh beef to Japan increased by 22 per cent to just over $1 billion; exports of bottled wine to South Korea increased 53 per cent; and China’s imports of fresh Australian lobster between January and March were triple those of 12 months ago.
Up to 10,000 new jobs are expected to be created in the financial services sector alone by 2030. In the first year of operation, our agreements with South Korea and Japan delivered real benefits for the agricultural sector: the value of Australian exports of fresh beef to Japan increased by 22 per cent to just over $1 billion; exports of bottled wine to South Korea increased 53 per cent; and China’s imports of fresh Australian lobster between January and March were triple those of 12 months ago. The Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers Association has said that the China-Australia free trade agreement will: “…open bilateral investment opportunities in agriculture that have eluded us for far too long…It’s absolutely amazing when you see the scale and interest in Tasmania from here.”
In the first year of operation, our agreements with South Korea and Japan delivered real benefits for the agricultural sector: the value of Australian exports of fresh beef to Japan increased by 22 per cent to just over $1 billion; exports of bottled wine to South Korea increased 53 per cent; and China’s imports of fresh Australian lobster between January and March were triple those of 12 months ago. The Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers Association has said that the China-Australia free trade agreement will: “…open bilateral investment opportunities in agriculture that have eluded us for far too long…It’s absolutely amazing when you see the scale and interest in Tasmania from here.” The Launceston-based Oz Honey, the largest honey company in Tasmania, will see a 15 per cent tariff on honey products entirely eliminated over four years.
The Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers Association has said that the China-Australia free trade agreement will: “…open bilateral investment opportunities in agriculture that have eluded us for far too long…It’s absolutely amazing when you see the scale and interest in Tasmania from here.” The Launceston-based Oz Honey, the largest honey company in Tasmania, will see a 15 per cent tariff on honey products entirely eliminated over four years. The Tasmanian Salmonid Growers Association has said: “This FTA [between China and Australia] clearly opens many doors for Tasmanian seafood producers. Tasmania is in a prime spot to benefit. Until now, the absence of a bilateral FTA with China has meant Australian producers and exporters have faced significant tariffs on agricultural products and have been at a competitive disadvantage with respect to countries that already have an FTA with China – including New Zealand, Chile and the ASEAN nations.” [2]
The Launceston-based Oz Honey, the largest honey company in Tasmania, will see a 15 per cent tariff on honey products entirely eliminated over four years. The Tasmanian Salmonid Growers Association has said: “This FTA [between China and Australia] clearly opens many doors for Tasmanian seafood producers. Tasmania is in a prime spot to benefit. Until now, the absence of a bilateral FTA with China has meant Australian producers and exporters have faced significant tariffs on agricultural products and have been at a competitive disadvantage with respect to countries that already have an FTA with China – including New Zealand, Chile and the ASEAN nations.” [2] Tasmania will be a clear winner from our free trade agreements: Tasmania exported $116.5 million of milk and milk products internationally this past financial year.
The Tasmanian Salmonid Growers Association has said: “This FTA [between China and Australia] clearly opens many doors for Tasmanian seafood producers. Tasmania is in a prime spot to benefit. Until now, the absence of a bilateral FTA with China has meant Australian producers and exporters have faced significant tariffs on agricultural products and have been at a competitive disadvantage with respect to countries that already have an FTA with China – including New Zealand, Chile and the ASEAN nations.” [2] Tasmania will be a clear winner from our free trade agreements: Tasmania exported $116.5 million of milk and milk products internationally this past financial year. Under our free trade agreement with China, the 15 per cent tariff on liquid milk is being progressively eliminated.
Tasmania will be a clear winner from our free trade agreements: Tasmania exported $116.5 million of milk and milk products internationally this past financial year. Under our free trade agreement with China, the 15 per cent tariff on liquid milk is being progressively eliminated. Tasmania exported $56.5 million of fruit and vegetables internationally this past financial year, including berries and carrots.
Under our free trade agreement with China, the 15 per cent tariff on liquid milk is being progressively eliminated. Tasmania exported $56.5 million of fruit and vegetables internationally this past financial year, including berries and carrots. Under our free trade agreement with China, berries currently face a tariff into China of up to 25 per cent.
Tasmania exported $56.5 million of fruit and vegetables internationally this past financial year, including berries and carrots. Under our free trade agreement with China, berries currently face a tariff into China of up to 25 per cent. Carrots face a tariff into China of 13 per cent.
Under our free trade agreement with China, berries currently face a tariff into China of up to 25 per cent. Carrots face a tariff into China of 13 per cent. Both of these tariffs are being progressively eliminated.
Carrots face a tariff into China of 13 per cent. Both of these tariffs are being progressively eliminated. Tasmania exported $147.1 million of seafood internationally this past financial year.
Both of these tariffs are being progressively eliminated. Tasmania exported $147.1 million of seafood internationally this past financial year. Salmon faces a tariff of 12 per cent on current exports to China, but under this agreement will be progressively eliminated.
Tasmania exported $147.1 million of seafood internationally this past financial year. Salmon faces a tariff of 12 per cent on current exports to China, but under this agreement will be progressively eliminated. Australia’s economy will be $24 billion larger by 2035 because of the Coalition’s free trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea.
Salmon faces a tariff of 12 per cent on current exports to China, but under this agreement will be progressively eliminated. Australia’s economy will be $24 billion larger by 2035 because of the Coalition’s free trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea. The free trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea are forecast to create some 7,900 jobs this year and over 14,500 jobs in 2020.
Australia’s economy will be $24 billion larger by 2035 because of the Coalition’s free trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea. The free trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea are forecast to create some 7,900 jobs this year and over 14,500 jobs in 2020. 10. Delivering a tax cut for Tasmanian business
The free trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea are forecast to create some 7,900 jobs this year and over 14,500 jobs in 2020. 10. Delivering a tax cut for Tasmanian business The Coalition will deliver a corporate tax cut for Australia’s small businesses.
10. Delivering a tax cut for Tasmanian business The Coalition will deliver a corporate tax cut for Australia’s small businesses. Our commitment will mean greater cash flow for small businesses, giving them more capacity to invest, grow their business, employ more people, and push their products or services into new markets.
The Coalition will deliver a corporate tax cut for Australia’s small businesses. Our commitment will mean greater cash flow for small businesses, giving them more capacity to invest, grow their business, employ more people, and push their products or services into new markets. From 1 July 2016, small businesses will have their corporate tax rate progressively reduced.
Our commitment will mean greater cash flow for small businesses, giving them more capacity to invest, grow their business, employ more people, and push their products or services into new markets. From 1 July 2016, small businesses will have their corporate tax rate progressively reduced. On 1 July 2016, the tax rate will fall to 27.5 per cent.
From 1 July 2016, small businesses will have their corporate tax rate progressively reduced. On 1 July 2016, the tax rate will fall to 27.5 per cent. This 27.5 per cent rate will be gradually extended to all companies, before falling to 27 per cent on 1 July 2024, 26 percent on 1 July 2025 and 25 per cent on 1 July 2026.
On 1 July 2016, the tax rate will fall to 27.5 per cent. This 27.5 per cent rate will be gradually extended to all companies, before falling to 27 per cent on 1 July 2024, 26 percent on 1 July 2025 and 25 per cent on 1 July 2026. Because not all small businesses are incorporated, from 1 July 2016, unincorporated businesses with annual turnover less than $5 million will be able to access an increased unincorporated tax discount of 8 per cent, capped at $1,000.
This 27.5 per cent rate will be gradually extended to all companies, before falling to 27 per cent on 1 July 2024, 26 percent on 1 July 2025 and 25 per cent on 1 July 2026. Because not all small businesses are incorporated, from 1 July 2016, unincorporated businesses with annual turnover less than $5 million will be able to access an increased unincorporated tax discount of 8 per cent, capped at $1,000. Our commitment will support Australian business and Australia’s tourism sector.
Because not all small businesses are incorporated, from 1 July 2016, unincorporated businesses with annual turnover less than $5 million will be able to access an increased unincorporated tax discount of 8 per cent, capped at $1,000. Our commitment will support Australian business and Australia’s tourism sector. 11. New mobile base stations in Tasmania under the Coalition’s $220 million Mobile Black Spot Programme
Our commitment will support Australian business and Australia’s tourism sector. 11. New mobile base stations in Tasmania under the Coalition’s $220 million Mobile Black Spot Programme Tasmania will receive improved mobile phone coverage if the Coalition is re-elected as part of an additional $60 million commitment on top of the $160 million already invested in mobile black spots to extend the successful Mobile Black Spot Programme.
11. New mobile base stations in Tasmania under the Coalition’s $220 million Mobile Black Spot Programme Tasmania will receive improved mobile phone coverage if the Coalition is re-elected as part of an additional $60 million commitment on top of the $160 million already invested in mobile black spots to extend the successful Mobile Black Spot Programme. New mobile base stations across Tasmania in Blackstone Heights; Flinders Island; Beechford, Lefroy; Musselroe Bay; Gunns Plains; Sulphur Creek; Devonport; Yolla; Murdunna; Wilmot; and Lachlan will bring a much-needed boost to mobile coverage, providing benefits to emergency service operators, businesses, and residents.
Tasmania will receive improved mobile phone coverage if the Coalition is re-elected as part of an additional $60 million commitment on top of the $160 million already invested in mobile black spots to extend the successful Mobile Black Spot Programme. New mobile base stations across Tasmania in Blackstone Heights; Flinders Island; Beechford, Lefroy; Musselroe Bay; Gunns Plains; Sulphur Creek; Devonport; Yolla; Murdunna; Wilmot; and Lachlan will bring a much-needed boost to mobile coverage, providing benefits to emergency service operators, businesses, and residents. This is in addition to the 29 base stations currently being constructed in Tasmania under our previous round of the programme for Melrose; Elliott; Gawler; Loyetea; Sisters Beach; South Riana; Takone; Nunamara; Lulworth; Targa; Rossarden; Mole Creek; Cramps Bay; Whitefoord; Bicheno; Buckland; Miena; Pyengana; Swansea; Tarraleah; Apslawn; Brandum; Goshen; Wayatinah; Okehampton Beach; Bothwell; Hamilton; Steppes; and Little Swanport.
New mobile base stations across Tasmania in Blackstone Heights; Flinders Island; Beechford, Lefroy; Musselroe Bay; Gunns Plains; Sulphur Creek; Devonport; Yolla; Murdunna; Wilmot; and Lachlan will bring a much-needed boost to mobile coverage, providing benefits to emergency service operators, businesses, and residents. This is in addition to the 29 base stations currently being constructed in Tasmania under our previous round of the programme for Melrose; Elliott; Gawler; Loyetea; Sisters Beach; South Riana; Takone; Nunamara; Lulworth; Targa; Rossarden; Mole Creek; Cramps Bay; Whitefoord; Bicheno; Buckland; Miena; Pyengana; Swansea; Tarraleah; Apslawn; Brandum; Goshen; Wayatinah; Okehampton Beach; Bothwell; Hamilton; Steppes; and Little Swanport. The Coalition is investing $220 million into fixing mobile black spots; in six years of government Labor invested $0.
This is in addition to the 29 base stations currently being constructed in Tasmania under our previous round of the programme for Melrose; Elliott; Gawler; Loyetea; Sisters Beach; South Riana; Takone; Nunamara; Lulworth; Targa; Rossarden; Mole Creek; Cramps Bay; Whitefoord; Bicheno; Buckland; Miena; Pyengana; Swansea; Tarraleah; Apslawn; Brandum; Goshen; Wayatinah; Okehampton Beach; Bothwell; Hamilton; Steppes; and Little Swanport. The Coalition is investing $220 million into fixing mobile black spots; in six years of government Labor invested $0. The Coalition’s $220 million plan to address mobile black spots will ensure that Tasmania has far wider and more reliable mobile phone coverage.
The Coalition is investing $220 million into fixing mobile black spots; in six years of government Labor invested $0. The Coalition’s $220 million plan to address mobile black spots will ensure that Tasmania has far wider and more reliable mobile phone coverage. The Choice
The Coalition’s $220 million plan to address mobile black spots will ensure that Tasmania has far wider and more reliable mobile phone coverage. The Choice The Coalition has invested in Tasmania.
The Choice The Coalition has invested in Tasmania. We expanded the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme, created a Major Projects Approvals Agency to expedite investment in Tasmania, provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, and invested nearly $2 billion to acquire Australia’s new icebreaker to further support Tasmania as the gateway to Antarctica.
The Coalition has invested in Tasmania. We expanded the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme, created a Major Projects Approvals Agency to expedite investment in Tasmania, provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, and invested nearly $2 billion to acquire Australia’s new icebreaker to further support Tasmania as the gateway to Antarctica. We have also strongly supported the University of Tasmania over the last three years and are committed to lifting aspiration and education outcomes.
We expanded the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme, created a Major Projects Approvals Agency to expedite investment in Tasmania, provided $400 million toward the upgrade of the Midland Highway, contributed an additional $60 million for the Tranche II irrigation projects managed by Tasmanian Irrigation, and invested nearly $2 billion to acquire Australia’s new icebreaker to further support Tasmania as the gateway to Antarctica. We have also strongly supported the University of Tasmania over the last three years and are committed to lifting aspiration and education outcomes. Over the last three years student numbers at UTAS have increased by 10 per cent and the Coalition has increased UTAS’ funding for teaching and learning by 23 per cent.
We have also strongly supported the University of Tasmania over the last three years and are committed to lifting aspiration and education outcomes. Over the last three years student numbers at UTAS have increased by 10 per cent and the Coalition has increased UTAS’ funding for teaching and learning by 23 per cent. The university has received $68 million in ARC competitive grants.
Over the last three years student numbers at UTAS have increased by 10 per cent and the Coalition has increased UTAS’ funding for teaching and learning by 23 per cent. The university has received $68 million in ARC competitive grants. UTAS also receives the second highest regional loading funding of any university from the Commonwealth.
The university has received $68 million in ARC competitive grants. UTAS also receives the second highest regional loading funding of any university from the Commonwealth. It represents 4 per cent of those universities in receipt of the subsidy yet its share of the total pool is more than 13 per cent.
UTAS also receives the second highest regional loading funding of any university from the Commonwealth. It represents 4 per cent of those universities in receipt of the subsidy yet its share of the total pool is more than 13 per cent. The Coalition has released a higher education reform policy options paper to enable further engagement with the sector and stakeholders to chart a path to a fair, accessible, affordable and innovative world-class higher education system.
It represents 4 per cent of those universities in receipt of the subsidy yet its share of the total pool is more than 13 per cent. The Coalition has released a higher education reform policy options paper to enable further engagement with the sector and stakeholders to chart a path to a fair, accessible, affordable and innovative world-class higher education system. Since 2009, taxpayer funding for student tuition has grown by 59 per cent while nominal GDP growth over the same period has been 29 per cent.
The Coalition has released a higher education reform policy options paper to enable further engagement with the sector and stakeholders to chart a path to a fair, accessible, affordable and innovative world-class higher education system. Since 2009, taxpayer funding for student tuition has grown by 59 per cent while nominal GDP growth over the same period has been 29 per cent. The growth in taxpayer funding for student tuition is at twice the rate of the growth in the economy.
Since 2009, taxpayer funding for student tuition has grown by 59 per cent while nominal GDP growth over the same period has been 29 per cent. The growth in taxpayer funding for student tuition is at twice the rate of the growth in the economy. When Labor was last in government it announced $6.6 billion worth of cuts to higher education and research.
The growth in taxpayer funding for student tuition is at twice the rate of the growth in the economy. When Labor was last in government it announced $6.6 billion worth of cuts to higher education and research. The Coalition has supported extending the demand driven funding system to sub-bachelor places in universities.
When Labor was last in government it announced $6.6 billion worth of cuts to higher education and research. The Coalition has supported extending the demand driven funding system to sub-bachelor places in universities. Labor has twice voted against this in Parliament and has ruled it out in the future.
Labor has twice voted against this in Parliament and has ruled it out in the future. UTAS estimates 8,000 students would benefit from Associate Degrees in Tasmania. The Coalition is delivering the largest investment in Australia’s infrastructure in our history as part of our economic plan for jobs and growth.
UTAS estimates 8,000 students would benefit from Associate Degrees in Tasmania. The Coalition is delivering the largest investment in Australia’s infrastructure in our history as part of our economic plan for jobs and growth. We have committed over $50 billion to 2019-20 in critical road and rail infrastructure.
The Coalition is delivering the largest investment in Australia’s infrastructure in our history as part of our economic plan for jobs and growth. We have committed over $50 billion to 2019-20 in critical road and rail infrastructure. Costs
We have committed over $50 billion to 2019-20 in critical road and rail infrastructure. Costs The Coalition will provide a capped contribution of $150 million to the University of Tasmania’s $300 million plan to relocate and develop its Launceston and Burnie campuses.
Costs The Coalition will provide a capped contribution of $150 million to the University of Tasmania’s $300 million plan to relocate and develop its Launceston and Burnie campuses. We commit a further $7.5 million to the Launceston City Council to support the $18 million Launceston City Heart Project.
The Coalition will provide a capped contribution of $150 million to the University of Tasmania’s $300 million plan to relocate and develop its Launceston and Burnie campuses. We commit a further $7.5 million to the Launceston City Council to support the $18 million Launceston City Heart Project. The Coalition will commit $4 million to establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation.
We commit a further $7.5 million to the Launceston City Council to support the $18 million Launceston City Heart Project. The Coalition will commit $4 million to establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation. The Institute will operate as a dispersed network model.
The Coalition will commit $4 million to establish a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation. The Institute will operate as a dispersed network model. The Coalition will provide $2 million to the establishment of the hub at UTAS in Launceston.
The Institute will operate as a dispersed network model. The Coalition will provide $2 million to the establishment of the hub at UTAS in Launceston. We will also commit $3.8 million to facilitate the completion of the Three Capes Track, $1 million to progress the Cradle Mountain Master Plan to an investment-ready stage and $70,000 to develop a demand study for the Geeves Effect tourism proposal.
The Coalition will provide $2 million to the establishment of the hub at UTAS in Launceston. We will also commit $3.8 million to facilitate the completion of the Three Capes Track, $1 million to progress the Cradle Mountain Master Plan to an investment-ready stage and $70,000 to develop a demand study for the Geeves Effect tourism proposal. A SAFE AND PROSPEROUS AUSTRALIA
We will also commit $3.8 million to facilitate the completion of the Three Capes Track, $1 million to progress the Cradle Mountain Master Plan to an investment-ready stage and $70,000 to develop a demand study for the Geeves Effect tourism proposal. A SAFE AND PROSPEROUS AUSTRALIA Key Commitments
A SAFE AND PROSPEROUS AUSTRALIA Key Commitments The Government is strengthening Australia’s national security and
Key Commitments The Government is strengthening Australia’s national security and enhancing our prosperity after years of mismanagement by Labor.
The Government is strengthening Australia’s national security and enhancing our prosperity after years of mismanagement by Labor. Our economic diplomacy strategy is delivering real benefits to Australian businesses and our economy and is generating jobs.
enhancing our prosperity after years of mismanagement by Labor. Our economic diplomacy strategy is delivering real benefits to Australian businesses and our economy and is generating jobs. The Coalition’s emphasis on consultation and mutual respect is building trust in Australia as a reliable partner of choice in the Indo-Pacific region.
Our economic diplomacy strategy is delivering real benefits to Australian businesses and our economy and is generating jobs. The Coalition’s emphasis on consultation and mutual respect is building trust in Australia as a reliable partner of choice in the Indo-Pacific region. We are broadening and deepening our bilateral relationships with key strategic and economic partners including the United States, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Singapore and Indonesia.
The Coalition’s emphasis on consultation and mutual respect is building trust in Australia as a reliable partner of choice in the Indo-Pacific region. We are broadening and deepening our bilateral relationships with key strategic and economic partners including the United States, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Singapore and Indonesia. We are keeping Australians safe from terrorism by cancelling the passports of foreign fighters, making it an offence for Australians to enter declared terrorist-controlled areas in Syria and Iraq and working closely with regional friends and partners.
We are broadening and deepening our bilateral relationships with key strategic and economic partners including the United States, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Singapore and Indonesia. We are keeping Australians safe from terrorism by cancelling the passports of foreign fighters, making it an offence for Australians to enter declared terrorist-controlled areas in Syria and Iraq and working closely with regional friends and partners. We are refocusing Australia’s diplomatic, trade and development efforts on our region.
We are keeping Australians safe from terrorism by cancelling the passports of foreign fighters, making it an offence for Australians to enter declared terrorist-controlled areas in Syria and Iraq and working closely with regional friends and partners. We are refocusing Australia’s diplomatic, trade and development efforts on our region. We are delivering a sustainable, effective and affordable aid program that helps developing countries reduce poverty and promote sustainable economic growth, giving priority to women and girls, education, health and aid-for-trade.
We are refocusing Australia’s diplomatic, trade and development efforts on our region. We are delivering a sustainable, effective and affordable aid program that helps developing countries reduce poverty and promote sustainable economic growth, giving priority to women and girls, education, health and aid-for-trade. The Government’s student overseas study program, the New Colombo Plan, is supporting Australian university students to study and undertake internships in more than 35 countries in our region.
We are delivering a sustainable, effective and affordable aid program that helps developing countries reduce poverty and promote sustainable economic growth, giving priority to women and girls, education, health and aid-for-trade. The Government’s student overseas study program, the New Colombo Plan, is supporting Australian university students to study and undertake internships in more than 35 countries in our region. This is building a generation of future Australian leaders with deeper understanding of our region and relationships to last a lifetime.
The Government’s student overseas study program, the New Colombo Plan, is supporting Australian university students to study and undertake internships in more than 35 countries in our region. This is building a generation of future Australian leaders with deeper understanding of our region and relationships to last a lifetime. The Coalition’s foreign policy prepares Australia for the opportunities and challenges of the 21st century by: expanding Australia’s overseas diplomatic presence
This is building a generation of future Australian leaders with deeper understanding of our region and relationships to last a lifetime. The Coalition’s foreign policy prepares Australia for the opportunities and challenges of the 21st century by: expanding Australia’s overseas diplomatic presence boosting Australia’s crisis response capability
The Coalition’s foreign policy prepares Australia for the opportunities and challenges of the 21st century by: expanding Australia’s overseas diplomatic presence boosting Australia’s crisis response capability establishing regional health security partnerships
boosting Australia’s crisis response capability establishing regional health security partnerships supporting a Pacific Women Mentoring Programme
establishing regional health security partnerships supporting a Pacific Women Mentoring Programme developing a contemporary foreign policy strategy that builds on our achievements and focuses on 21st century challenges and opportunities
supporting a Pacific Women Mentoring Programme developing a contemporary foreign policy strategy that builds on our achievements and focuses on 21st century challenges and opportunities Our Plan for a Safe and Prosperous Australia
developing a contemporary foreign policy strategy that builds on our achievements and focuses on 21st century challenges and opportunities Our Plan for a Safe and Prosperous Australia The Coalition’s commitments will strengthen Australia’s international engagement
Our Plan for a Safe and Prosperous Australia The Coalition’s commitments will strengthen Australia’s international engagement , protect our national security
The Coalition’s commitments will strengthen Australia’s international engagement , protect our national security and enhance the prosperity of the Australian people.
, protect our national security and enhance the prosperity of the Australian people. 1. Expanding Australia’s overseas diplomatic presence
and enhance the prosperity of the Australian people. 1. Expanding Australia’s overseas diplomatic presence The Coalition will invest $58 million over four years to expand Australia’s overseas diplomatic presence as part of our economic diplomacy strategy, which is enhancing our country’s prosperity and creating jobs.
1. Expanding Australia’s overseas diplomatic presence The Coalition will invest $58 million over four years to expand Australia’s overseas diplomatic presence as part of our economic diplomacy strategy, which is enhancing our country’s prosperity and creating jobs. These new missions will increase market access for Australian businesses in the global economy, strengthen our national security, and enhance our ability to provide consular assistance to Australians working and travelling overseas.
The Coalition will invest $58 million over four years to expand Australia’s overseas diplomatic presence as part of our economic diplomacy strategy, which is enhancing our country’s prosperity and creating jobs. These new missions will increase market access for Australian businesses in the global economy, strengthen our national security, and enhance our ability to provide consular assistance to Australians working and travelling overseas. Since 2013 the Coalition has established eight new diplomatic missions and Austrade posts – the largest single expansion in over 40 years.
These new missions will increase market access for Australian businesses in the global economy, strengthen our national security, and enhance our ability to provide consular assistance to Australians working and travelling overseas. Since 2013 the Coalition has established eight new diplomatic missions and Austrade posts – the largest single expansion in over 40 years. 2. Enhancing Australia’s crisis response capability
Since 2013 the Coalition has established eight new diplomatic missions and Austrade posts – the largest single expansion in over 40 years. 2. Enhancing Australia’s crisis response capability The Coalition will invest $8 million over four years to boost Australia’s crisis response capability.
2. Enhancing Australia’s crisis response capability The Coalition will invest $8 million over four years to boost Australia’s crisis response capability. We will establish a Global Watch Office, staffed 24 hours a day, to provide timely and accurate advice on emergency situations overseas, enhancing Australia’s capacity to respond to crises anywhere in the world.
The Coalition will invest $8 million over four years to boost Australia’s crisis response capability. We will establish a Global Watch Office, staffed 24 hours a day, to provide timely and accurate advice on emergency situations overseas, enhancing Australia’s capacity to respond to crises anywhere in the world. The shooting down of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 over Ukraine and other recent global emergencies, including terrorist attacks in France, Belgium and Turkey, and natural disasters in our region, have highlighted the need to enhance Australia’s crisis response capability.
We will establish a Global Watch Office, staffed 24 hours a day, to provide timely and accurate advice on emergency situations overseas, enhancing Australia’s capacity to respond to crises anywhere in the world. The shooting down of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 over Ukraine and other recent global emergencies, including terrorist attacks in France, Belgium and Turkey, and natural disasters in our region, have highlighted the need to enhance Australia’s crisis response capability. 3.Establishing a regional health security partnerships fund
The shooting down of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 over Ukraine and other recent global emergencies, including terrorist attacks in France, Belgium and Turkey, and natural disasters in our region, have highlighted the need to enhance Australia’s crisis response capability. 3.Establishing a regional health security partnerships fund The Coalition will invest $100 million over five years to establish a regional health security partnership fund to harness Australia’s world leading research institutions, scientific expertise, innovators and entrepreneurs to improve health outcomes in our part of the world.
3.Establishing a regional health security partnerships fund The Coalition will invest $100 million over five years to establish a regional health security partnership fund to harness Australia’s world leading research institutions, scientific expertise, innovators and entrepreneurs to improve health outcomes in our part of the world. The regional health security partnership fund will sponsor partnerships with academic, private sector, non-government and medical institutions to tackle the emerging health security risks in our region.
The Coalition will invest $100 million over five years to establish a regional health security partnership fund to harness Australia’s world leading research institutions, scientific expertise, innovators and entrepreneurs to improve health outcomes in our part of the world. The regional health security partnership fund will sponsor partnerships with academic, private sector, non-government and medical institutions to tackle the emerging health security risks in our region. Our commitment will also support internships for Australian medical and research students and young professionals to undertake work in partner institutions in the region.
The regional health security partnership fund will sponsor partnerships with academic, private sector, non-government and medical institutions to tackle the emerging health security risks in our region. Our commitment will also support internships for Australian medical and research students and young professionals to undertake work in partner institutions in the region. The Coalition’s commitment will be funded from the official development assistance budget.
Our commitment will also support internships for Australian medical and research students and young professionals to undertake work in partner institutions in the region. The Coalition’s commitment will be funded from the official development assistance budget. 4. Supporting a Pacific Women Mentoring Programme
The Coalition’s commitment will be funded from the official development assistance budget. 4. Supporting a Pacific Women Mentoring Programme The Coalition will invest $5.4 million over five years to support a mentoring programme that connects female leaders in Australia with emerging women leaders in our region.
4. Supporting a Pacific Women Mentoring Programme The Coalition will invest $5.4 million over five years to support a mentoring programme that connects female leaders in Australia with emerging women leaders in our region. Through exchanges and forums, Australian women will provide cross border support to emerging women leaders in the public and private sector.
The Coalition will invest $5.4 million over five years to support a mentoring programme that connects female leaders in Australia with emerging women leaders in our region. Through exchanges and forums, Australian women will provide cross border support to emerging women leaders in the public and private sector. The programme will encourage women to take on leadership roles, particularly in policy making, and deepen people-to-people links between Australia and nations in our region.
Through exchanges and forums, Australian women will provide cross border support to emerging women leaders in the public and private sector. The programme will encourage women to take on leadership roles, particularly in policy making, and deepen people-to-people links between Australia and nations in our region. The empowerment of women in our region is a crucial pillar in building peace and stability.
The programme will encourage women to take on leadership roles, particularly in policy making, and deepen people-to-people links between Australia and nations in our region. The empowerment of women in our region is a crucial pillar in building peace and stability. The Coalition’s commitment will be funded from the official development assistance budget.
The empowerment of women in our region is a crucial pillar in building peace and stability. The Coalition’s commitment will be funded from the official development assistance budget. 5. Developing a contemporary foreign policy strategy for the 21st century
The Coalition’s commitment will be funded from the official development assistance budget. 5. Developing a contemporary foreign policy strategy for the 21st century The Coalition will develop a contemporary and comprehensive foreign policy strategy within twelve months of the election to build on our achievements over the past three years and to focus on the challenges, including new and emerging threats, and the opportunities that lie ahead.
5. Developing a contemporary foreign policy strategy for the 21st century The Coalition will develop a contemporary and comprehensive foreign policy strategy within twelve months of the election to build on our achievements over the past three years and to focus on the challenges, including new and emerging threats, and the opportunities that lie ahead. The last Australian foreign policy strategy was produced by the Howard Government in 2003.
The Coalition will develop a contemporary and comprehensive foreign policy strategy within twelve months of the election to build on our achievements over the past three years and to focus on the challenges, including new and emerging threats, and the opportunities that lie ahead. The last Australian foreign policy strategy was produced by the Howard Government in 2003. The strategy will include analysis of the international opportunities and challenges that Australia faces in the 21st century, and will guide foreign policy and diplomatic efforts for the future.
The last Australian foreign policy strategy was produced by the Howard Government in 2003. The strategy will include analysis of the international opportunities and challenges that Australia faces in the 21st century, and will guide foreign policy and diplomatic efforts for the future. As a liberal democracy committed to the rule of law and an open export orientated market economy, Australia must continue to be a significant voice on the world stage to protect our national interest.
The strategy will include analysis of the international opportunities and challenges that Australia faces in the 21st century, and will guide foreign policy and diplomatic efforts for the future. As a liberal democracy committed to the rule of law and an open export orientated market economy, Australia must continue to be a significant voice on the world stage to protect our national interest. The Choice
As a liberal democracy committed to the rule of law and an open export orientated market economy, Australia must continue to be a significant voice on the world stage to protect our national interest. The Choice The Coalition has delivered significant commitments to strengthen Australia’s foreign engagement.
The Choice The Coalition has delivered significant commitments to strengthen Australia’s foreign engagement. Since the 2013 election, the Coalition has:concluded free trade agreements with three of our largest export markets – China, Japan and South Korea – after six years of Labor indecision and inaction
The Coalition has delivered significant commitments to strengthen Australia’s foreign engagement. Since the 2013 election, the Coalition has:concluded free trade agreements with three of our largest export markets – China, Japan and South Korea – after six years of Labor indecision and inaction strengthened Australia’s national security, introducing new laws to keep Australians safe from terrorism and combatting ISIL in Syria and Iraq
Since the 2013 election, the Coalition has:concluded free trade agreements with three of our largest export markets – China, Japan and South Korea – after six years of Labor indecision and inaction strengthened Australia’s national security, introducing new laws to keep Australians safe from terrorism and combatting ISIL in Syria and Iraq launched a student overseas study program, the New Colombo Plan, to support Australian university students to study and undertake internships in the region
strengthened Australia’s national security, introducing new laws to keep Australians safe from terrorism and combatting ISIL in Syria and Iraq launched a student overseas study program, the New Colombo Plan, to support Australian university students to study and undertake internships in the region implemented an economic diplomacy strategy to support jobs and growth in Australia
launched a student overseas study program, the New Colombo Plan, to support Australian university students to study and undertake internships in the region implemented an economic diplomacy strategy to support jobs and growth in Australia promoted Australia’s interests at the United Nations Security Council, playing a lead role in the international response to the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 over Ukraine
implemented an economic diplomacy strategy to support jobs and growth in Australia promoted Australia’s interests at the United Nations Security Council, playing a lead role in the international response to the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 over Ukraine opened eight new diplomatic missions and Austrade posts around the world – the single largest expansion of our overseas presence in 40 years
promoted Australia’s interests at the United Nations Security Council, playing a lead role in the international response to the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 over Ukraine opened eight new diplomatic missions and Austrade posts around the world – the single largest expansion of our overseas presence in 40 years established the innovationXchange to develop bold and creative solutions to development challenges in our region
opened eight new diplomatic missions and Austrade posts around the world – the single largest expansion of our overseas presence in 40 years established the innovationXchange to develop bold and creative solutions to development challenges in our region created new partnerships with the private sector to deliver development outcomes
established the innovationXchange to develop bold and creative solutions to development challenges in our region created new partnerships with the private sector to deliver development outcomes strengthened Australia’s relationships with key strategic and economic partners including the United States, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Singapore and Indonesia
created new partnerships with the private sector to deliver development outcomes strengthened Australia’s relationships with key strategic and economic partners including the United States, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Singapore and Indonesia enhanced Australia’s engagement with Pacific Island countries, including normalising relations with Fiji and leading international recovery and reconstruction efforts in Vanuatu and Fiji following devastating tropical cyclones
strengthened Australia’s relationships with key strategic and economic partners including the United States, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Singapore and Indonesia enhanced Australia’s engagement with Pacific Island countries, including normalising relations with Fiji and leading international recovery and reconstruction efforts in Vanuatu and Fiji following devastating tropical cyclones established a school of government in PNG
enhanced Australia’s engagement with Pacific Island countries, including normalising relations with Fiji and leading international recovery and reconstruction efforts in Vanuatu and Fiji following devastating tropical cyclones established a school of government in PNG Throughout its time in Government, Labor’s rushed decision making and obsession with the media cycle damaged Australia’s important bilateral relationships.
established a school of government in PNG Throughout its time in Government, Labor’s rushed decision making and obsession with the media cycle damaged Australia’s important bilateral relationships. From unilaterally cancelling Australia’s live cattle trade with Indonesia to announcing a regional processing centre in Timor-Leste without proper consultation, Labor’s efforts focused on addressing its domestic political failures, rather than serving the national interest.
Throughout its time in Government, Labor’s rushed decision making and obsession with the media cycle damaged Australia’s important bilateral relationships. From unilaterally cancelling Australia’s live cattle trade with Indonesia to announcing a regional processing centre in Timor-Leste without proper consultation, Labor’s efforts focused on addressing its domestic political failures, rather than serving the national interest. Labor would scrap the Coalition’s economic diplomacy agenda, which is creating new jobs for Australian workers through increased trade and investment.
From unilaterally cancelling Australia’s live cattle trade with Indonesia to announcing a regional processing centre in Timor-Leste without proper consultation, Labor’s efforts focused on addressing its domestic political failures, rather than serving the national interest. Labor would scrap the Coalition’s economic diplomacy agenda, which is creating new jobs for Australian workers through increased trade and investment. Costs
Labor would scrap the Coalition’s economic diplomacy agenda, which is creating new jobs for Australian workers through increased trade and investment. Costs The Coalition’s policy for a safe and prosperous Australia will not place additional costs on the Budget.
Costs The Coalition’s policy for a safe and prosperous Australia will not place additional costs on the Budget. A STRONG NEW ECONOMY
The Coalition’s policy for a safe and prosperous Australia will not place additional costs on the Budget. A STRONG NEW ECONOMY In this very uncertain world, Australia needs a strong economic plan for jobs and families.
A STRONG NEW ECONOMY In this very uncertain world, Australia needs a strong economic plan for jobs and families. Our Plan will provide growth, jobs and a secure future for Australian families through:
In this very uncertain world, Australia needs a strong economic plan for jobs and families. Our Plan will provide growth, jobs and a secure future for Australian families through: An innovation and science programme bringing more great Australian ideas to market, providing tax incentives to invest in start-up businesses and
Our Plan will provide growth, jobs and a secure future for Australian families through: An innovation and science programme bringing more great Australian ideas to market, providing tax incentives to invest in start-up businesses and helping prepare our children for the jobs of the future by boosting participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
An innovation and science programme bringing more great Australian ideas to market, providing tax incentives to invest in start-up businesses and helping prepare our children for the jobs of the future by boosting participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). A defence industry plan that will secure the nation
helping prepare our children for the jobs of the future by boosting participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). A defence industry plan that will secure the nation and supports innovative Australian companies,
A defence industry plan that will secure the nation and supports innovative Australian companies, local advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia.
and supports innovative Australian companies, local advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia. Export trade deals to generate new business opportunities, give our farmers a competitive edge and open doors into expanding markets for our service industries.
local advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia. Export trade deals to generate new business opportunities, give our farmers a competitive edge and open doors into expanding markets for our service industries. Tax cuts and incentives for small businesses and hard working families.
Export trade deals to generate new business opportunities, give our farmers a competitive edge and open doors into expanding markets for our service industries. Tax cuts and incentives for small businesses and hard working families. A sustainable budget with crackdowns on tax avoidance and loopholes
Tax cuts and incentives for small businesses and hard working families. A sustainable budget with crackdowns on tax avoidance and loopholes The restoration of the rule of law in the construction industry by re-establishing the Australian Building and Construction Commission.
A sustainable budget with crackdowns on tax avoidance and loopholes The restoration of the rule of law in the construction industry by re-establishing the Australian Building and Construction Commission. We are restoring honesty and fairness to the workplace relations system.
The Australian economy is growing at 3% a year – faster than any of the G7 economies. Around 300,000 new jobs were created last year, the strongest growth in employment since 2007. The Coalition is directing every lever of policy to secure our nation’s prosperity and economic security for the 21st century.
Around 300,000 new jobs were created last year, the strongest growth in employment since 2007. The Coalition is directing every lever of policy to secure our nation’s prosperity and economic security for the 21st century. SUPPORTING AUSTRALIA’S FARMERS AND EXPORTERS
The Coalition is directing every lever of policy to secure our nation’s prosperity and economic security for the 21st century. SUPPORTING AUSTRALIA’S FARMERS AND EXPORTERS Australia’s export trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea – three of our four largest export markets – will set Australia up for the long term.
SUPPORTING AUSTRALIA’S FARMERS AND EXPORTERS Australia’s export trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea – three of our four largest export markets – will set Australia up for the long term. These agreements will grow our economy, create jobs and benefit consumers.
Australia’s export trade agreements with China, Japan and South Korea – three of our four largest export markets – will set Australia up for the long term. These agreements will grow our economy, create jobs and benefit consumers. Independent economic modelling has found that together these three free trade agreements will, over the next two decades, create many thousands of new jobs, make households more than $4,000 better off and boost GDP by almost $25 billion.
These agreements will grow our economy, create jobs and benefit consumers. Independent economic modelling has found that together these three free trade agreements will, over the next two decades, create many thousands of new jobs, make households more than $4,000 better off and boost GDP by almost $25 billion. For Australian consumers and businesses, the new trade agreements will also place downward pressure on the prices of some goods, such as vehicles, electronics, clothes and household appliances.
Independent economic modelling has found that together these three free trade agreements will, over the next two decades, create many thousands of new jobs, make households more than $4,000 better off and boost GDP by almost $25 billion. For Australian consumers and businesses, the new trade agreements will also place downward pressure on the prices of some goods, such as vehicles, electronics, clothes and household appliances. The Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) promises even greater benefits for Australian exporters and investors in the fast growing Asia-Pacific region.
For Australian consumers and businesses, the new trade agreements will also place downward pressure on the prices of some goods, such as vehicles, electronics, clothes and household appliances. The Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) promises even greater benefits for Australian exporters and investors in the fast growing Asia-Pacific region. We are negotiating further export agreements with India, Indonesia, and regional and Pacific nations and have agreed to negotiate an FTA with the 28-member European Union, creating even greater opportunities for Australian businesses.
The Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) promises even greater benefits for Australian exporters and investors in the fast growing Asia-Pacific region. We are negotiating further export agreements with India, Indonesia, and regional and Pacific nations and have agreed to negotiate an FTA with the 28-member European Union, creating even greater opportunities for Australian businesses. China
We are negotiating further export agreements with India, Indonesia, and regional and Pacific nations and have agreed to negotiate an FTA with the 28-member European Union, creating even greater opportunities for Australian businesses. China Australians are already benefitting from the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement through greater market access for Australian goods and services.
China Australians are already benefitting from the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement through greater market access for Australian goods and services. This is the most liberalising FTA that China has ever undertaken.
96% of Australian exports to China will be tariff free once this agreement is fully implemented. Farmers will benefit with the complete removal of tariffs of key exports such as dairy, beef, lamb, wine, horticulture and seafood. The China FTA also opens opportunities in China for Australian private hospitals, providers of aged care services, telecommunications companies and a wide range of other service providers.
Farmers will benefit with the complete removal of tariffs of key exports such as dairy, beef, lamb, wine, horticulture and seafood. The China FTA also opens opportunities in China for Australian private hospitals, providers of aged care services, telecommunications companies and a wide range of other service providers. Japan
The China FTA also opens opportunities in China for Australian private hospitals, providers of aged care services, telecommunications companies and a wide range of other service providers. Japan The Japan-Australia Economic Partnership Agreement is the most ambitious trade deal Japan has concluded with any other country.
Japan The Japan-Australia Economic Partnership Agreement is the most ambitious trade deal Japan has concluded with any other country. When fully implemented, more than 97% of Australian exports will enter Japan – the world’s third-largest economy – duty free or with preferential access.
Australia will also gain new levels of access to the Japanese market for a range of services. Australian consumers will also benefit from downward pressure on prices for Japanese cars and parts and a range of household items including whitegoods and electronics through the elimination of tariffs. South Korea
Australian consumers will also benefit from downward pressure on prices for Japanese cars and parts and a range of household items including whitegoods and electronics through the elimination of tariffs. South Korea Under this agreement, almost 100% of all Australian exports to Korea will be able to enter duty free on full implementation of the Agreement.
South Korea Under this agreement, almost 100% of all Australian exports to Korea will be able to enter duty free on full implementation of the Agreement. Independent economic modelling estimates that, by 2030, exports of agricultural goods to South Korea will be 73% higher,
Under this agreement, almost 100% of all Australian exports to Korea will be able to enter duty free on full implementation of the Agreement. Independent economic modelling estimates that, by 2030, exports of agricultural goods to South Korea will be 73% higher, manufacturing exports will be 53% higher and mining exports will be 17% higher than would otherwise be the case.
Independent economic modelling estimates that, by 2030, exports of agricultural goods to South Korea will be 73% higher, manufacturing exports will be 53% higher and mining exports will be 17% higher than would otherwise be the case. Trans-Pacific Partnership
manufacturing exports will be 53% higher and mining exports will be 17% higher than would otherwise be the case. Trans-Pacific Partnership Our goods and services exports to the Trans-Pacific Partnership markets were worth $107 billion in 2014-15 – a third of all our exports.
Trans-Pacific Partnership Our goods and services exports to the Trans-Pacific Partnership markets were worth $107 billion in 2014-15 – a third of all our exports. The TPP will deliver substantial new trade and investment opportunities and greater access to the world’s most dynamic economies for our service industries.
Our goods and services exports to the Trans-Pacific Partnership markets were worth $107 billion in 2014-15 – a third of all our exports. The TPP will deliver substantial new trade and investment opportunities and greater access to the world’s most dynamic economies for our service industries. Stronger Farmers, Stronger Economy
The TPP will deliver substantial new trade and investment opportunities and greater access to the world’s most dynamic economies for our service industries. Stronger Farmers, Stronger Economy The opportunities for the agricultural sector are enormous.
Stronger Farmers, Stronger Economy The opportunities for the agricultural sector are enormous. We sit on the edge of the strongest growing region in the world, we have a developed agriculture sector with sound prospects for expansion, we have food safety, animal welfare, biosecurity and environmental credentials that are world-class and we have a well-educated and skilled workforce.
The opportunities for the agricultural sector are enormous. We sit on the edge of the strongest growing region in the world, we have a developed agriculture sector with sound prospects for expansion, we have food safety, animal welfare, biosecurity and environmental credentials that are world-class and we have a well-educated and skilled workforce. The Coalition is focused on delivering agricultural policies that deliver: increased returns for farmers at the farm gate;
We sit on the edge of the strongest growing region in the world, we have a developed agriculture sector with sound prospects for expansion, we have food safety, animal welfare, biosecurity and environmental credentials that are world-class and we have a well-educated and skilled workforce. The Coalition is focused on delivering agricultural policies that deliver: increased returns for farmers at the farm gate; a fairer go for farm businesses;
The Coalition is focused on delivering agricultural policies that deliver: increased returns for farmers at the farm gate; a fairer go for farm businesses; building 21st Century water, transport and communications infrastructure;
a fairer go for farm businesses; building 21st Century water, transport and communications infrastructure; strengthening our approach to drought and risk management to boost farm resilience;
building 21st Century water, transport and communications infrastructure; strengthening our approach to drought and risk management to boost farm resilience; a smarter approach to farming based on a strong research and development system; and
strengthening our approach to drought and risk management to boost farm resilience; a smarter approach to farming based on a strong research and development system; and access to premium markets.
a smarter approach to farming based on a strong research and development system; and access to premium markets. Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper
access to premium markets. Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper The Coalition has delivered and implemented the Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper, a $4 billion investment in Australia’s farmers, strengthening the agricultural sector to ensure it remains competitive.
Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper The Coalition has delivered and implemented the Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper, a $4 billion investment in Australia’s farmers, strengthening the agricultural sector to ensure it remains competitive. Through the White Paper, the Coalition is lowering tax, putting in place clearer drought support measures, cutting red and green tape, building infrastructure, encouraging trade, developing northern Australia and supporting business to innovate and create jobs.
The Coalition has delivered and implemented the Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper, a $4 billion investment in Australia’s farmers, strengthening the agricultural sector to ensure it remains competitive. Through the White Paper, the Coalition is lowering tax, putting in place clearer drought support measures, cutting red and green tape, building infrastructure, encouraging trade, developing northern Australia and supporting business to innovate and create jobs. The White Paper delivers the $500 million National Water Infrastructure Development Fund to plan for and build the water infrastructure, including new dams and pipelines, needed to secure growth in agricultural production and regional communities.
Through the White Paper, the Coalition is lowering tax, putting in place clearer drought support measures, cutting red and green tape, building infrastructure, encouraging trade, developing northern Australia and supporting business to innovate and create jobs. The White Paper delivers the $500 million National Water Infrastructure Development Fund to plan for and build the water infrastructure, including new dams and pipelines, needed to secure growth in agricultural production and regional communities. National Water Infrastructure Loan Facility
The White Paper delivers the $500 million National Water Infrastructure Development Fund to plan for and build the water infrastructure, including new dams and pipelines, needed to secure growth in agricultural production and regional communities. National Water Infrastructure Loan Facility The Coalition Government will make available $2 billion over 10 years for loans to the state and territory governments under a new National Water Infrastructure Loan Facility.
National Water Infrastructure Loan Facility The Coalition Government will make available $2 billion over 10 years for loans to the state and territory governments under a new National Water Infrastructure Loan Facility. The loan facility will be available from 2016-17 to enhance the capital available for water infrastructure projects, stimulating and accelerating investments in water infrastructure in regional areas by the states.
The Coalition Government will make available $2 billion over 10 years for loans to the state and territory governments under a new National Water Infrastructure Loan Facility. The loan facility will be available from 2016-17 to enhance the capital available for water infrastructure projects, stimulating and accelerating investments in water infrastructure in regional areas by the states. This will include the construction of new dams, pipelines and managed aquifer recharge projects that are economically viable and will generate affordable water to grow regional economies.
The loan facility will be available from 2016-17 to enhance the capital available for water infrastructure projects, stimulating and accelerating investments in water infrastructure in regional areas by the states. This will include the construction of new dams, pipelines and managed aquifer recharge projects that are economically viable and will generate affordable water to grow regional economies. Access to affordable water will be a key influence over the extent to which Australia’s farm and food sectors can realise export growth opportunities and meet growing demand from population growth.
This will include the construction of new dams, pipelines and managed aquifer recharge projects that are economically viable and will generate affordable water to grow regional economies. Access to affordable water will be a key influence over the extent to which Australia’s farm and food sectors can realise export growth opportunities and meet growing demand from population growth. Drought assistance for farmers
Access to affordable water will be a key influence over the extent to which Australia’s farm and food sectors can realise export growth opportunities and meet growing demand from population growth. Drought assistance for farmers The Coalition is committed to supporting farmers – as well as the rural communities they help to sustain – to prepare for, manage through and recover from drought and adverse conditions.
Drought assistance for farmers The Coalition is committed to supporting farmers – as well as the rural communities they help to sustain – to prepare for, manage through and recover from drought and adverse conditions. The Coalition has delivered more than $710 million in drought assistance and support to farmers and rural communities experiencing hardship.
The Coalition is committed to supporting farmers – as well as the rural communities they help to sustain – to prepare for, manage through and recover from drought and adverse conditions. The Coalition has delivered more than $710 million in drought assistance and support to farmers and rural communities experiencing hardship. $2.5 billion has been set aside over the next 10 years for drought concessional loans, on top of more than $426 million paid out in approved concessional loans to over 800 farm businesses so far.
The Coalition has delivered more than $710 million in drought assistance and support to farmers and rural communities experiencing hardship. $2.5 billion has been set aside over the next 10 years for drought concessional loans, on top of more than $426 million paid out in approved concessional loans to over 800 farm businesses so far. We are delivering support to farmers in need by enhancing the Rural Financial Counselling Service and have introduced the Farm Household Allowance, which is a fortnightly payment that has so far assisted 6,000 farmers.
$2.5 billion has been set aside over the next 10 years for drought concessional loans, on top of more than $426 million paid out in approved concessional loans to over 800 farm businesses so far. We are delivering support to farmers in need by enhancing the Rural Financial Counselling Service and have introduced the Farm Household Allowance, which is a fortnightly payment that has so far assisted 6,000 farmers. Research and Development
We are delivering support to farmers in need by enhancing the Rural Financial Counselling Service and have introduced the Farm Household Allowance, which is a fortnightly payment that has so far assisted 6,000 farmers. Research and Development The Coalition has always been a strong supporter of the agricultural research and development (R&D) system including collection of grower levies supported by matching Commonwealth funding.
Research and Development The Coalition has always been a strong supporter of the agricultural research and development (R&D) system including collection of grower levies supported by matching Commonwealth funding. The Coalition delivering on its commitment to boost agricultural innovation and competitiveness by investing in the Research and Development for Profit program, for which $78 million in R&D projects have been approved.
The Coalition has always been a strong supporter of the agricultural research and development (R&D) system including collection of grower levies supported by matching Commonwealth funding. The Coalition delivering on its commitment to boost agricultural innovation and competitiveness by investing in the Research and Development for Profit program, for which $78 million in R&D projects have been approved. In the White Paper the Coalition delivered a further $100 million for the R&D for Profit, extending the program to 2021-22.
The Coalition delivering on its commitment to boost agricultural innovation and competitiveness by investing in the Research and Development for Profit program, for which $78 million in R&D projects have been approved. In the White Paper the Coalition delivered a further $100 million for the R&D for Profit, extending the program to 2021-22. INNOVATION AND SCIENCE AGENDA
In the White Paper the Coalition delivered a further $100 million for the R&D for Profit, extending the program to 2021-22. INNOVATION AND SCIENCE AGENDA The Coalition Government’s National Innovation and Science Agenda will help create a strong new economy with more jobs, by investing in the talents and ideas of the Australian people.
INNOVATION AND SCIENCE AGENDA The Coalition Government’s National Innovation and Science Agenda will help create a strong new economy with more jobs, by investing in the talents and ideas of the Australian people. PricewaterhouseCoopers has estimated an innovation focussed Australian economy has the potential to add $37 billion to GDP in 2024 and as much as $136 billion in 2034
The Coalition Government’s National Innovation and Science Agenda will help create a strong new economy with more jobs, by investing in the talents and ideas of the Australian people. PricewaterhouseCoopers has estimated an innovation focussed Australian economy has the potential to add $37 billion to GDP in 2024 and as much as $136 billion in 2034 – as well as creating more than 540,000 new jobs.
PricewaterhouseCoopers has estimated an innovation focussed Australian economy has the potential to add $37 billion to GDP in 2024 and as much as $136 billion in 2034 – as well as creating more than 540,000 new jobs. The Coalition is investing $1.1 billion to incentivise innovation and entrepreneurship and help bring more great Australian ideas to market, by:
– as well as creating more than 540,000 new jobs. The Coalition is investing $1.1 billion to incentivise innovation and entrepreneurship and help bring more great Australian ideas to market, by: Providing tax incentives to encourage investment in innovative start-ups so they can survive and thrive;
Attracting more venture capital investment into high potential start-ups; Making it easier for aspiring entrepreneurs to access crowd-sourced equity funding; Helping small businesses attract world-class staff by improving employee share schemes;
Making it easier for aspiring entrepreneurs to access crowd-sourced equity funding; Helping small businesses attract world-class staff by improving employee share schemes; Providing long-term funding certainty for cutting-edge, national research infrastructure.
Helping small businesses attract world-class staff by improving employee share schemes; Providing long-term funding certainty for cutting-edge, national research infrastructure. The Agenda will also help prepare our children for the jobs of the future by boosting participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) in schools.
Talent and skills – to train Australian students for the jobs of the future and attract the world’s most innovative talent to Australia; and Government as an exemplar – leading by example in the way it invests in and uses technology and data to deliver better quality services. For more details about specific measures, click here. (LINK to Australian Liberal Party webpage)
Government as an exemplar – leading by example in the way it invests in and uses technology and data to deliver better quality services. For more details about specific measures, click here. (LINK to Australian Liberal Party webpage) PROTECTING OUR BORDERS
For more details about specific measures, click here. (LINK to Australian Liberal Party webpage) PROTECTING OUR BORDERS The Coalition has stopped the boats.
PROTECTING OUR BORDERS The Coalition has stopped the boats. We have restored the integrity of Australia’s borders and have stopped the deaths at sea.
The Coalition has stopped the boats. We have restored the integrity of Australia’s borders and have stopped the deaths at sea. The Coalition removed all children who arrived by boat from detention in Australia. In contrast, Labor detained more than 8,500 children over six years.
We have restored the integrity of Australia’s borders and have stopped the deaths at sea. The Coalition removed all children who arrived by boat from detention in Australia. In contrast, Labor detained more than 8,500 children over six years. Stopping the boats has also enabled the Government to close 17 detention centres saving the Budget $3 billion.
The Coalition removed all children who arrived by boat from detention in Australia. In contrast, Labor detained more than 8,500 children over six years. Stopping the boats has also enabled the Government to close 17 detention centres saving the Budget $3 billion. The Coalition has re-introduced Temporary Protection Visas,
The Coalition has also restored integrity to the Refugee and Humanitarian Programme. According to UNHCR data, Australia is one of the three most generous nations when it comes to permanently resettling refugees. This year 13,750 places will be made available for resettlement in Australia rising to 18,750 in 2018/19. Once again these places are going to those most in need around the world, not people arriving by boat.
According to UNHCR data, Australia is one of the three most generous nations when it comes to permanently resettling refugees. This year 13,750 places will be made available for resettlement in Australia rising to 18,750 in 2018/19. Once again these places are going to those most in need around the world, not people arriving by boat. Stopping the boats also enabled Australia to take an additional 12,000 refugees from the conflicts in Syria and Iraq.
This year 13,750 places will be made available for resettlement in Australia rising to 18,750 in 2018/19. Once again these places are going to those most in need around the world, not people arriving by boat. Stopping the boats also enabled Australia to take an additional 12,000 refugees from the conflicts in Syria and Iraq. The first of these refugees have arrived and they are starting new lives in Australia. The Government continues to ensure that all visa grants are subject to strict security and other checks.
Stopping the boats also enabled Australia to take an additional 12,000 refugees from the conflicts in Syria and Iraq. The first of these refugees have arrived and they are starting new lives in Australia. The Government continues to ensure that all visa grants are subject to strict security and other checks. The Government has also established the Australian Border Force – streamlining and integrating agencies to better protect the nation’s borders and keep Australia safe and secure.
The first of these refugees have arrived and they are starting new lives in Australia. The Government continues to ensure that all visa grants are subject to strict security and other checks. The Government has also established the Australian Border Force – streamlining and integrating agencies to better protect the nation’s borders and keep Australia safe and secure. The Australian Border Force is partnering with the Australian Federal Police to combat border related crime, catch dangerous drugs like Ice at the border and target national security threats with dedicated Counter Terrorism Units at Australia’s major airports.
The Australian Border Force is partnering with the Australian Federal Police to combat border related crime, catch dangerous drugs like Ice at the border and target national security threats with dedicated Counter Terrorism Units at Australia’s major airports. The Coalition will always be resolute in protecting our borders and we will stick to the policies that work. BACKING SMALL BUSINESS
The Coalition will always be resolute in protecting our borders and we will stick to the policies that work. BACKING SMALL BUSINESS Small business is the engine room of the Australian economy, employing 4.7 million Australians.
BACKING SMALL BUSINESS Small business is the engine room of the Australian economy, employing 4.7 million Australians. Small and medium businesses are driving jobs growth in Australia and must continue to do so.
A 1.5 percentage point tax cut for incorporated small businesses with a turnover of less than $2 million per year; A 5% tax discount for unincorporated small businesses; Immediate tax deductions for each and every asset purchased up to $20,000;
A 5% tax discount for unincorporated small businesses; Immediate tax deductions for each and every asset purchased up to $20,000; Immediate deductibility of professional expenses when establishing new small businesses.
Immediate tax deductions for each and every asset purchased up to $20,000; Immediate deductibility of professional expenses when establishing new small businesses. The Coalition Government’s Ten Year Enterprise Tax Plan will support growth, higher wages and jobs by lowering the tax rate for companies over time to an internationally competitive level.
Immediate deductibility of professional expenses when establishing new small businesses. The Coalition Government’s Ten Year Enterprise Tax Plan will support growth, higher wages and jobs by lowering the tax rate for companies over time to an internationally competitive level. We will: Cut the small business company tax rate to 27.5 per cent for small businesses with a turnover less than $10 million.
The Coalition Government’s Ten Year Enterprise Tax Plan will support growth, higher wages and jobs by lowering the tax rate for companies over time to an internationally competitive level. We will: Cut the small business company tax rate to 27.5 per cent for small businesses with a turnover less than $10 million. Increase the unincorporated tax discount from 5 per cent to 8 per cent, capped at $1,000 for small businesses with a turnover less than $5 million.
Increase the unincorporated tax discount from 5 per cent to 8 per cent, capped at $1,000 for small businesses with a turnover less than $5 million. Extend access to the instant asset write off so that small businesses with a turnover less than $10 million can instantly deduct each and every asset under $20,000. Make life easier by simplifying Business Activity Statements (BAS), reducing reporting labels from seven to three.
Extend access to the instant asset write off so that small businesses with a turnover less than $10 million can instantly deduct each and every asset under $20,000. Make life easier by simplifying Business Activity Statements (BAS), reducing reporting labels from seven to three. The company tax rate will be progressively lowered to 25 per cent by 2026-27 for all companies.
Make life easier by simplifying Business Activity Statements (BAS), reducing reporting labels from seven to three. The company tax rate will be progressively lowered to 25 per cent by 2026-27 for all companies. We are also supporting small business by:
Cutting red tape by $4.5 billion, including simplifying the process for establishing an employee share scheme and removing almost 450,000 small businesses from the PAYG system; Opening new markets by signing export trade agreements with China, Korea and Japan; Extending protections against unfair contract terms to small businesses;
Opening new markets by signing export trade agreements with China, Korea and Japan; Extending protections against unfair contract terms to small businesses; Appointing the first ever Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman.
Extending protections against unfair contract terms to small businesses; Appointing the first ever Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman. The Coalition is also fixing Australia’s competition laws to help small to medium companies compete with larger established ones and to ensure they’re not shut out of markets unfairly by the big players.
It will enhance competition, support innovation, benefit consumers and boost jobs and growth. This is an important reform for Australia’s more than two million small businesses. CLEANING UP THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
This is an important reform for Australia’s more than two million small businesses. CLEANING UP THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY The Coalition will reintroduce the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC), to restore the rule of law in the construction industry.
CLEANING UP THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY The Coalition will reintroduce the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC), to restore the rule of law in the construction industry. The construction industry employs more than 1 million Australians, in around 340,000 (predominantly small) businesses.
Re-establishing the ABCC is critical for jobs, growth and our transition to a strong new economy. Restoring the rule of law to the construction industry is also critical for Australia’s ability to afford the infrastructure of the 21st century. An honest and fair workplace relations system
Restoring the rule of law to the construction industry is also critical for Australia’s ability to afford the infrastructure of the 21st century. An honest and fair workplace relations system The recent Royal Commission into Trade Union Governance and Corruption found a “widespread” and “deep-seated” culture of lawlessness.
An honest and fair workplace relations system The recent Royal Commission into Trade Union Governance and Corruption found a “widespread” and “deep-seated” culture of lawlessness. It concluded: “it is clear that in many parts of the world constituted by Australian trade union officials, there is room for louts, thugs, bullies, thieves, perjurers, those who threaten violence, errant fiduciaries and organisers of boycotts”.
This will ensure union members can be confident their membership fees are being spent lawfully and in their interests – not in the interests of union bosses. It will also ensure our workplace relations system delivers more jobs and economic growth. HELPING FAMILIES GET AHEAD
It will also ensure our workplace relations system delivers more jobs and economic growth. HELPING FAMILIES GET AHEAD The Coalition is committed to helping Australian families to get ahead.
HELPING FAMILIES GET AHEAD The Coalition is committed to helping Australian families to get ahead. Making a start on income tax relief
The Coalition is committed to helping Australian families to get ahead. Making a start on income tax relief Middle income Australians are bearing a growing tax burden.
Making a start on income tax relief Middle income Australians are bearing a growing tax burden. Without action, the average full time wage earner would face the second highest marginal tax rate this year and nearly half of all taxpayers would be in the top two brackets in ten years’ time.
Middle income Australians are bearing a growing tax burden. Without action, the average full time wage earner would face the second highest marginal tax rate this year and nearly half of all taxpayers would be in the top two brackets in ten years’ time. The Coalition Government is giving hard working Australians greater incentive to earn more without being taxed more.
Without action, the average full time wage earner would face the second highest marginal tax rate this year and nearly half of all taxpayers would be in the top two brackets in ten years’ time. The Coalition Government is giving hard working Australians greater incentive to earn more without being taxed more. The Government will prevent average full time wage earners from moving into the second top tax bracket until 2019-20 by increasing the 32.5 per cent tax threshold from $80,000 to $87,000.
The Coalition Government is giving hard working Australians greater incentive to earn more without being taxed more. The Government will prevent average full time wage earners from moving into the second top tax bracket until 2019-20 by increasing the 32.5 per cent tax threshold from $80,000 to $87,000. This will stop around 500,000 taxpayers facing the 37 per cent marginal tax rate.
This change also builds on the tax cuts provided to those on incomes of less than $80,000 to compensate for the carbon tax. By abolishing the carbon tax and keeping this tax relief, we delivered a genuine tax cut for those earning up to $80,000 a year. More accessible and affordable childcare
By abolishing the carbon tax and keeping this tax relief, we delivered a genuine tax cut for those earning up to $80,000 a year. More accessible and affordable childcare The Government’s more than $3 billion Jobs for Families child care package will make child care simpler, more affordable and more accessible for almost one million Australian families.
More accessible and affordable childcare The Government’s more than $3 billion Jobs for Families child care package will make child care simpler, more affordable and more accessible for almost one million Australian families. As a result of these reforms, families with incomes of between $65,000 and $170,000 will be around $30 a week – or $1,500 a year – better off.
As a result of these reforms, families with incomes of between $65,000 and $170,000 will be around $30 a week – or $1,500 a year – better off. A strong safety net will provide additional learning opportunities for children in low income families or at-risk children, as well as those in the care of their grandparents. Under Labor, the cost of childcare increased by over 50% in just 6 years. Our reforms will put downward pressure on child care costs.
A strong safety net will provide additional learning opportunities for children in low income families or at-risk children, as well as those in the care of their grandparents. Under Labor, the cost of childcare increased by over 50% in just 6 years. Our reforms will put downward pressure on child care costs. To protect children from diseases, our “no-jab, no pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children.
Under Labor, the cost of childcare increased by over 50% in just 6 years. Our reforms will put downward pressure on child care costs. To protect children from diseases, our “no-jab, no pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children. Real jobs for young Australians
To protect children from diseases, our “no-jab, no pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children. Real jobs for young Australians To get more young Australians into work, the Coalition Government has created a new Youth Jobs PaTH (Prepare-Trial-Hire) Programme.
Real jobs for young Australians To get more young Australians into work, the Coalition Government has created a new Youth Jobs PaTH (Prepare-Trial-Hire) Programme. Youth Jobs PaTH provides young Australians with intensive pre-employment skills training followed by an internship placement.
To get more young Australians into work, the Coalition Government has created a new Youth Jobs PaTH (Prepare-Trial-Hire) Programme. Youth Jobs PaTH provides young Australians with intensive pre-employment skills training followed by an internship placement. Up to 30,000 job seekers each year will gain a four to twelve week placement in an industry of their choosing.
Up to 30,000 job seekers each year will gain a four to twelve week placement in an industry of their choosing. And employers who hire an eligible young job seeker in an ongoing job will receive an accelerated wage subsidy of up to $10,000, paid over six months. Guranteed funding for health and education
And employers who hire an eligible young job seeker in an ongoing job will receive an accelerated wage subsidy of up to $10,000, paid over six months. Guranteed funding for health and education The Government will also provide an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes.
Guranteed funding for health and education The Government will also provide an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes. Because evidence tells us that increased funding alone won’t improve outcomes, we’re focussing on the quality of teachers and teaching, the teaching of reading and maths and the engagement of parents.
The Government will also provide an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes. Because evidence tells us that increased funding alone won’t improve outcomes, we’re focussing on the quality of teachers and teaching, the teaching of reading and maths and the engagement of parents. Through a recent agreement with all states and territories, the Coalition Government will boost funding to public hospitals by around $2.9 billion (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) over the next three years.
Because evidence tells us that increased funding alone won’t improve outcomes, we’re focussing on the quality of teachers and teaching, the teaching of reading and maths and the engagement of parents. Through a recent agreement with all states and territories, the Coalition Government will boost funding to public hospitals by around $2.9 billion (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) over the next three years. As part of this Agreement, the quality of health care will be improved, with better coordinated care for people with chronic disease and by reducing the number of avoidable hospital readmissions.
Through a recent agreement with all states and territories, the Coalition Government will boost funding to public hospitals by around $2.9 billion (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) over the next three years. As part of this Agreement, the quality of health care will be improved, with better coordinated care for people with chronic disease and by reducing the number of avoidable hospital readmissions. Protecting negative gearing
As part of this Agreement, the quality of health care will be improved, with better coordinated care for people with chronic disease and by reducing the number of avoidable hospital readmissions. Protecting negative gearing We will not remove or limit negative gearing – that would increase the tax burden on Australians who are just trying to invest and provide a future for their families.
Protecting negative gearing We will not remove or limit negative gearing – that would increase the tax burden on Australians who are just trying to invest and provide a future for their families. Negative gearing is used by over 1 million Australians, two thirds of whom have taxable incomes below $80,000.
We will not remove or limit negative gearing – that would increase the tax burden on Australians who are just trying to invest and provide a future for their families. Negative gearing is used by over 1 million Australians, two thirds of whom have taxable incomes below $80,000. Banning excessive surcharges on credit cards
Negative gearing is used by over 1 million Australians, two thirds of whom have taxable incomes below $80,000. Banning excessive surcharges on credit cards The Coalition Government has passed laws to protect consumers by banning excessive surcharges on credit cards.
Banning excessive surcharges on credit cards The Coalition Government has passed laws to protect consumers by banning excessive surcharges on credit cards. This will ensure customers are charged no more than the amount that reflects the merchant’s costs in accepting that payment.
The Coalition Government has passed laws to protect consumers by banning excessive surcharges on credit cards. This will ensure customers are charged no more than the amount that reflects the merchant’s costs in accepting that payment. Protecting savings
This will ensure customers are charged no more than the amount that reflects the merchant’s costs in accepting that payment. Protecting savings The Coalition has also dumped Labor’s Bank Deposits Tax – to protect the savings of hard-working Australians.
Protecting savings The Coalition has also dumped Labor’s Bank Deposits Tax – to protect the savings of hard-working Australians. This would have imposed costs of $1.5 billion on Australians with bank savings.
We also reversed a decision made by Bill Shorten as Financial Services Minister to take inactive bank accounts and life insurance policies after just 3 years (as opposed to 7 years). This raid on savings by Mr Shorten meant $550 million was taken from 156,000 people in 2012-13 alone. No carbon tax
This raid on savings by Mr Shorten meant $550 million was taken from 156,000 people in 2012-13 alone. No carbon tax The Coalition will continue to fight Labor’s plans to reintroduce a Carbon Tax, which would put more pressure on family budgets.
No carbon tax The Coalition will continue to fight Labor’s plans to reintroduce a Carbon Tax, which would put more pressure on family budgets. The removal of their last Carbon Tax is saving average households around $550 per year.
The Coalition will continue to fight Labor’s plans to reintroduce a Carbon Tax, which would put more pressure on family budgets. The removal of their last Carbon Tax is saving average households around $550 per year. A STRONGER DEFENCE FORCE
The removal of their last Carbon Tax is saving average households around $550 per year. A STRONGER DEFENCE FORCE The Government has no higher responsibility than keeping Australia safe and secure.
A STRONGER DEFENCE FORCE The Government has no higher responsibility than keeping Australia safe and secure. The Coalition has a responsible, long-term plan for Australia’s national security.
The Coalition is committed to building a more potent, agile and engaged Australian Defence Force (ADF), ready to respond whenever our interests are threatened or our help is needed. To do this, we will increase Defence funding by $29.9 billion over the next ten years and deliver on our 2013 election commitment to return Defence spending to 2% of GDP within the decade.
To do this, we will increase Defence funding by $29.9 billion over the next ten years and deliver on our 2013 election commitment to return Defence spending to 2% of GDP within the decade. We are investing in new capability, including:A continuous naval shipbuilding program, commencing with nine Future Frigates and 12 Offshore Patrol Vessels;
and deliver on our 2013 election commitment to return Defence spending to 2% of GDP within the decade. We are investing in new capability, including:A continuous naval shipbuilding program, commencing with nine Future Frigates and 12 Offshore Patrol Vessels; Twelve new regionally-superior submarines to be built in Adelaide,
We are investing in new capability, including:A continuous naval shipbuilding program, commencing with nine Future Frigates and 12 Offshore Patrol Vessels; Twelve new regionally-superior submarines to be built in Adelaide, creating around 2,800 jobs;
Twelve new regionally-superior submarines to be built in Adelaide, creating around 2,800 jobs; Enhanced intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, space, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities;
creating around 2,800 jobs; Enhanced intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, space, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities; and
Enhanced intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, space, electronic warfare and cyber capabilities; and Support for Australian Defence Force personnel – providing them with the advanced training, modern equipment and health care they deserve.
and Support for Australian Defence Force personnel – providing them with the advanced training, modern equipment and health care they deserve. The Government is also undertaking comprehensive upgrades of Defence infrastructure across Australia to support our larger future force, including at key bases.
The Government is also undertaking comprehensive upgrades of Defence infrastructure across Australia to support our larger future force, including at key bases. This will also see the creation of local jobs. A 21st Century Defence Industry
This will also see the creation of local jobs. A 21st Century Defence Industry We are helping Australia develop a 21st century Defence industry, by investing $1.6 billion over 10 years in programs to build industry skills and drive competitiveness, while harnessing Australian innovation and expertise.
A 21st Century Defence Industry We are helping Australia develop a 21st century Defence industry, by investing $1.6 billion over 10 years in programs to build industry skills and drive competitiveness, while harnessing Australian innovation and expertise. Our Defence industry plan will also help to create advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia.
We are helping Australia develop a 21st century Defence industry, by investing $1.6 billion over 10 years in programs to build industry skills and drive competitiveness, while harnessing Australian innovation and expertise. Our Defence industry plan will also help to create advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia. Unlike Labor, our Defence plans have been independently costed to ensure they are achievable and affordable.
Our Defence industry plan will also help to create advanced manufacturing and hi-tech jobs, particularly in regional Australia. Unlike Labor, our Defence plans have been independently costed to ensure they are achievable and affordable. Labor’s record
Unlike Labor, our Defence plans have been independently costed to ensure they are achievable and affordable. Labor’s record Labor in government ripped $18 billion out of Defence and cut Defence spending, as a proportion of GDP, to the lowest level since 1938.
Labor’s record Labor in government ripped $18 billion out of Defence and cut Defence spending, as a proportion of GDP, to the lowest level since 1938. Labor’s decisions led to 119 defence projects being delayed, 43 projects being reduced and eight projects cancelled, risking critical capability gaps.
Labor’s decisions led to 119 defence projects being delayed, 43 projects being reduced and eight projects cancelled, risking critical capability gaps. Labor also failed to place a single order at an Australian naval shipyard during its six years in office. Under Labor the Australian Defence industry shed more than 10% of its workforce because of budget cuts and deferrals, procrastination and lack of opportunity for Australian suppliers.
Labor also failed to place a single order at an Australian naval shipyard during its six years in office. Under Labor the Australian Defence industry shed more than 10% of its workforce because of budget cuts and deferrals, procrastination and lack of opportunity for Australian suppliers. COMBATTING TERRORISM
Under Labor the Australian Defence industry shed more than 10% of its workforce because of budget cuts and deferrals, procrastination and lack of opportunity for Australian suppliers. COMBATTING TERRORISM To protect Australians from the threat of terrorism, the Government has boosted funding for our law enforcement, intelligence and security agencies by $1.3 billion since August 2014.
COMBATTING TERRORISM To protect Australians from the threat of terrorism, the Government has boosted funding for our law enforcement, intelligence and security agencies by $1.3 billion since August 2014. This investment is improving our intelligence capability and strengthening our border security against terrorism, crime and other threats, originating both here and overseas.
This investment is improving our intelligence capability and strengthening our border security against terrorism, crime and other threats, originating both here and overseas. To keep Australians safe, the Government has also established: The National Disruption Group – bringing together Federal agencies and state and territory police to coordinate counter-terrorism disruption operations;
To keep Australians safe, the Government has also established: The National Disruption Group – bringing together Federal agencies and state and territory police to coordinate counter-terrorism disruption operations; An AFP Online Targeting Team to identify perpetrators online and collect evidence;
The National Disruption Group – bringing together Federal agencies and state and territory police to coordinate counter-terrorism disruption operations; An AFP Online Targeting Team to identify perpetrators online and collect evidence; Australian Border Force Counter-Terrorism Units at all eight Australian international airports and fast-tracked biometric screening; and
An AFP Online Targeting Team to identify perpetrators online and collect evidence; Australian Border Force Counter-Terrorism Units at all eight Australian international airports and fast-tracked biometric screening; and The Foreign Fighters Task Force which is using its unique coercive powers and wealth of criminal intelligence to uncover terrorist networks.
Australian Border Force Counter-Terrorism Units at all eight Australian international airports and fast-tracked biometric screening; and The Foreign Fighters Task Force which is using its unique coercive powers and wealth of criminal intelligence to uncover terrorist networks. AUSTRAC is now using advanced data analytics to detect and act against terrorism financing risks.
The Foreign Fighters Task Force which is using its unique coercive powers and wealth of criminal intelligence to uncover terrorist networks. AUSTRAC is now using advanced data analytics to detect and act against terrorism financing risks. The Government is increasing its investment in Countering Violent Extremism programs, to protect young people from the risk of online engagement with violent extremists.
The retention of metadata for two years, which agencies say is essential to most counter-terrorism investigations; The designation of declared areas, making it an offence to travel to certain areas in the conflict zone without a legitimate purpose; and Legislation to ensure terrorists who are dual nationals can be stripped of their Australian citizenship.
The designation of declared areas, making it an offence to travel to certain areas in the conflict zone without a legitimate purpose; and Legislation to ensure terrorists who are dual nationals can be stripped of their Australian citizenship. We have overseen the introduction of the new National Terrorism Threat Advisory System (NTTAS), which replaces the National Terrorism Threat System and the Public Alert System, to better inform the public about the likelihood and nature of an act of terrorism occurring in Australia.
Legislation to ensure terrorists who are dual nationals can be stripped of their Australian citizenship. We have overseen the introduction of the new National Terrorism Threat Advisory System (NTTAS), which replaces the National Terrorism Threat System and the Public Alert System, to better inform the public about the likelihood and nature of an act of terrorism occurring in Australia. In addition, the Coalition Government is also working with the states and territories to introduce new preventative detention protocols.
We have overseen the introduction of the new National Terrorism Threat Advisory System (NTTAS), which replaces the National Terrorism Threat System and the Public Alert System, to better inform the public about the likelihood and nature of an act of terrorism occurring in Australia. In addition, the Coalition Government is also working with the states and territories to introduce new preventative detention protocols. Labor’s record
In addition, the Coalition Government is also working with the states and territories to introduce new preventative detention protocols. Labor’s record Labor cut over $700 million from the Customs and Border Protection Service budget.
Labor’s record Labor cut over $700 million from the Customs and Border Protection Service budget. Despite evidence of the growing terror threat, in six years Labor didn’t pass a single law to strengthen national security agencies.
Labor cut over $700 million from the Customs and Border Protection Service budget. Despite evidence of the growing terror threat, in six years Labor didn’t pass a single law to strengthen national security agencies. BUILDING AUSTRALIA’S INFRASTRUCTURE
Despite evidence of the growing terror threat, in six years Labor didn’t pass a single law to strengthen national security agencies. BUILDING AUSTRALIA’S INFRASTRUCTURE The Coalition Government is investing a record $50 billion in Australia’s land infrastructure – to improve road and rail links, build dams and pipelines and support economic growth.
BUILDING AUSTRALIA’S INFRASTRUCTURE The Coalition Government is investing a record $50 billion in Australia’s land infrastructure – to improve road and rail links, build dams and pipelines and support economic growth. The Roads to Recovery funding for local roads has been increased by 83%, to $3.2 billion over the next four years
The Coalition Government is investing a record $50 billion in Australia’s land infrastructure – to improve road and rail links, build dams and pipelines and support economic growth. The Roads to Recovery funding for local roads has been increased by 83%, to $3.2 billion over the next four years and $500 million has been allocated to fix road black spots, along with $300 million for the Bridges Renewal Programme.
The Roads to Recovery funding for local roads has been increased by 83%, to $3.2 billion over the next four years and $500 million has been allocated to fix road black spots, along with $300 million for the Bridges Renewal Programme. As well as $248 million for the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Programme for road upgrades on key freight routes to make them safer and boost productivity;
and $500 million has been allocated to fix road black spots, along with $300 million for the Bridges Renewal Programme. As well as $248 million for the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Programme for road upgrades on key freight routes to make them safer and boost productivity; the Coalition’s commitment to the Inland Rail will transform freight movements through Victoria, NSW and South East Queensland and stimulate growth and prosperity in these regions.
As well as $248 million for the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Programme for road upgrades on key freight routes to make them safer and boost productivity; the Coalition’s commitment to the Inland Rail will transform freight movements through Victoria, NSW and South East Queensland and stimulate growth and prosperity in these regions. As well, Infrastructure Australia has delivered the first ever 15 Year National Infrastructure Plan.
the Coalition’s commitment to the Inland Rail will transform freight movements through Victoria, NSW and South East Queensland and stimulate growth and prosperity in these regions. As well, Infrastructure Australia has delivered the first ever 15 Year National Infrastructure Plan. New South Wales
As well, Infrastructure Australia has delivered the first ever 15 Year National Infrastructure Plan. New South Wales Pacific Highway
New South Wales Pacific Highway Four lane divided road from near Newcastle to Queensland, with crashes reduced and travel times cut by up to 2.5 hours.
Four lane divided road from near Newcastle to Queensland, with crashes reduced and travel times cut by up to 2.5 hours. 16,500 direct and indirect jobs. Victoria
16,500 direct and indirect jobs. Victoria Murray Basin Rail
Victoria Murray Basin Rail Upgrading over 1000 km of rail line to provide an alternative to road freight.
Murray Basin Rail Upgrading over 1000 km of rail line to provide an alternative to road freight. 276 jobs.
Upgrading over 1000 km of rail line to provide an alternative to road freight. 276 jobs. Great Ocean Road
276 jobs. Great Ocean Road Strengthening bridges and upgrading pavement, guardrails, cliff and land slip sites.
Princes Highway West Duplication to help bring regional communities together and link key industries to markets. Queensland
Duplication to help bring regional communities together and link key industries to markets. Queensland Bruce Highway
Queensland Bruce Highway Upgrades to improve safety, congestion and flood immunity.
Cutting travel times and removing traffic from Toowoomba Town Centre. 1,800 jobs. Western Australia
1,800 jobs. Western Australia North-link WA
Western Australia North-link WA A new 40km highway to improve freight and save travel times through the Swan Valley.
North-link WA A new 40km highway to improve freight and save travel times through the Swan Valley. Perth Freight Link
Providing a direct, free-flowing connection to the Port of Fremantle. 2,400 jobs. South Australia
2,400 jobs. South Australia North South Corridor and Northern Connector project
South Australia North South Corridor and Northern Connector project Better connecting Adelaide’s port, airport and freight terminals.
The construction of a new 15.5 kilometre road linking the Northern Expressway to the northern end of the South Road Superway. 1,330 jobs. Tasmania
1,330 jobs. Tasmania Midland Highway Upgrade
Tasmania Midland Highway Upgrade Upgrade between Hobart and Launceston, to improve safety and freight delivery.
Upgrade between Hobart and Launceston, to improve safety and freight delivery. 234 jobs. Northern Territory
234 jobs. Northern Territory Tiger Brennan Drive
Northern Territory Tiger Brennan Drive Duplication to improve safety and congestion.
Duplication to improve safety and congestion. 120 direct jobs; 30 for Indigenous Australians. Northern Australia
120 direct jobs; 30 for Indigenous Australians. Northern Australia Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility
Northern Australia Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility Unlocking the economic potential of the North through $5 billion in concessional loans that will deliver major economic infrastructure.
Priority road projects in key strategic corridors in Northern Australia plus targeted upgrades to key roads necessary for transporting cattle and improving cattle supply chains in Northern Australia. National Water Infrastructure Loan Facility
plus targeted upgrades to key roads necessary for transporting cattle and improving cattle supply chains in Northern Australia. National Water Infrastructure Loan Facility The Coalition Government will make available $2 billion over 10 years for loans to the state and territory governments under a new National Water Infrastructure Loan Facility.
This will include the construction of new dams, pipelines and managed aquifer recharge projects that are economically viable and will generate affordable water to grow regional economies. Access to affordable water will be a key influence over the extent to which Australia’s farm and food sectors can realise export growth opportunities and meet growing demand from population growth. This compliments the $500 million National Water Infrastructure Development Fund to plan for and build the water infrastructure, including new dams and pipelines, needed to secure growth in agricultural production and regional communities.
Access to affordable water will be a key influence over the extent to which Australia’s farm and food sectors can realise export growth opportunities and meet growing demand from population growth. This compliments the $500 million National Water Infrastructure Development Fund to plan for and build the water infrastructure, including new dams and pipelines, needed to secure growth in agricultural production and regional communities. National Stronger Regions Programme
This compliments the $500 million National Water Infrastructure Development Fund to plan for and build the water infrastructure, including new dams and pipelines, needed to secure growth in agricultural production and regional communities. National Stronger Regions Programme The $1 billion National Stronger Regions Fund is supporting 162 job creating infrastructure projects in regional and disadvantaged communities across Australia.
National Stronger Regions Programme The $1 billion National Stronger Regions Fund is supporting 162 job creating infrastructure projects in regional and disadvantaged communities across Australia. Connecting regions to the National Broadband Network
The $1 billion National Stronger Regions Fund is supporting 162 job creating infrastructure projects in regional and disadvantaged communities across Australia. Connecting regions to the National Broadband Network We have put the NBN back on track to deliver high-speed broadband to all Australian homes and businesses by 2020.
Connecting regions to the National Broadband Network We have put the NBN back on track to deliver high-speed broadband to all Australian homes and businesses by 2020. In September 2013, fewer than three percent of Australian premises could obtain a service on the NBN.
We have put the NBN back on track to deliver high-speed broadband to all Australian homes and businesses by 2020. In September 2013, fewer than three percent of Australian premises could obtain a service on the NBN. Today over two million homes and businesses can access the NBN and there are more than 900,000 active users.
In September 2013, fewer than three percent of Australian premises could obtain a service on the NBN. Today over two million homes and businesses can access the NBN and there are more than 900,000 active users. By completion, every user will have broadband speeds 4 to 10 times faster than today’s average.
Our plan is the fastest and most affordable way to deliver better broadband to all Australians by 2020. Under Labor, the NBN was the most poorly managed infrastructure project in Australia’s history. Labor spent $6 billion in 4 years to connect just 51,000 users to the built network.
Under Labor, the NBN was the most poorly managed infrastructure project in Australia’s history. Labor spent $6 billion in 4 years to connect just 51,000 users to the built network. We are connecting more than 50,000 homes a month, compared to 51,000 in total under Labor.
Labor spent $6 billion in 4 years to connect just 51,000 users to the built network. We are connecting more than 50,000 homes a month, compared to 51,000 in total under Labor. The most recent nbn Corporate Plan estimates that reverting to Labor’s all-fibre plan would require peak funding of between $74 billion and $84 billion, and the rollout could not be completed until at least 2026 and possibly as late as 2028.
We are connecting more than 50,000 homes a month, compared to 51,000 in total under Labor. The most recent nbn Corporate Plan estimates that reverting to Labor’s all-fibre plan would require peak funding of between $74 billion and $84 billion, and the rollout could not be completed until at least 2026 and possibly as late as 2028. The Coalition’s nbn plan requires peak funding of approximately $49 billion and will be finished by 2020.
The most recent nbn Corporate Plan estimates that reverting to Labor’s all-fibre plan would require peak funding of between $74 billion and $84 billion, and the rollout could not be completed until at least 2026 and possibly as late as 2028. The Coalition’s nbn plan requires peak funding of approximately $49 billion and will be finished by 2020. Fixing mobile black spots
The Coalition’s nbn plan requires peak funding of approximately $49 billion and will be finished by 2020. Fixing mobile black spots Fixing mobile black spots In round one of the Mobile Black Spots Programme $100 million was provided to build or upgrade 499 mobile phone base stations which will improve the mobile phone coverage in 3000 mobile black spots.
Fixing mobile black spots Fixing mobile black spots In round one of the Mobile Black Spots Programme $100 million was provided to build or upgrade 499 mobile phone base stations which will improve the mobile phone coverage in 3000 mobile black spots. An additional $60 million will see more mobile black spots fixed under round two of the programme.
Fixing mobile black spots In round one of the Mobile Black Spots Programme $100 million was provided to build or upgrade 499 mobile phone base stations which will improve the mobile phone coverage in 3000 mobile black spots. An additional $60 million will see more mobile black spots fixed under round two of the programme. WORLD CLASS HEALTHCARE
An additional $60 million will see more mobile black spots fixed under round two of the programme. WORLD CLASS HEALTHCARE The Coalition Government is committed to providing Australians with world class health care.
WORLD CLASS HEALTHCARE The Coalition Government is committed to providing Australians with world class health care. Hospital Funding
The Coalition Government is committed to providing Australians with world class health care. Hospital Funding The Government has provided an additional $2.9 billion in public hospital funding over the next three years (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) through an agreement with the states and territories that places greater focus on patient outcomes, particularly when it comes to caring for patients with chronic and complex needs.
Hospital Funding The Government has provided an additional $2.9 billion in public hospital funding over the next three years (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) through an agreement with the states and territories that places greater focus on patient outcomes, particularly when it comes to caring for patients with chronic and complex needs. Healthier Medicare
The Government has provided an additional $2.9 billion in public hospital funding over the next three years (an increase of up to 6.5% a year) through an agreement with the states and territories that places greater focus on patient outcomes, particularly when it comes to caring for patients with chronic and complex needs. Healthier Medicare The Government is strengthening Medicare through the new Health Care Homes initiative, which will better coordinate comprehensive care for chronically ill patients.
Healthier Medicare The Government is strengthening Medicare through the new Health Care Homes initiative, which will better coordinate comprehensive care for chronically ill patients. GPs will be able to coordinate the medical, allied health and out-of-hospital services required by chronically ill patients on an ongoing basis to help manage their conditions, and in doing so keep them out of hospital.
The Government is strengthening Medicare through the new Health Care Homes initiative, which will better coordinate comprehensive care for chronically ill patients. GPs will be able to coordinate the medical, allied health and out-of-hospital services required by chronically ill patients on an ongoing basis to help manage their conditions, and in doing so keep them out of hospital. From 1 July 2017, 65,000 Australians will initially participate in this program at up to 200 medical practices across Australia, ahead of a full national rollout.
GPs will be able to coordinate the medical, allied health and out-of-hospital services required by chronically ill patients on an ongoing basis to help manage their conditions, and in doing so keep them out of hospital. From 1 July 2017, 65,000 Australians will initially participate in this program at up to 200 medical practices across Australia, ahead of a full national rollout. Primary Health Networks
From 1 July 2017, 65,000 Australians will initially participate in this program at up to 200 medical practices across Australia, ahead of a full national rollout. Primary Health Networks The Government has introduced a system of Primary Health Networks to identify local health needs, improve patient access to primary care services and improve co-ordination with local hospitals and community services.
Primary Health Networks The Government has introduced a system of Primary Health Networks to identify local health needs, improve patient access to primary care services and improve co-ordination with local hospitals and community services. The Government has established 31 Private Health Networks around Australia to improve access to local health services, by investing close to $1 billion.
The Government has introduced a system of Primary Health Networks to identify local health needs, improve patient access to primary care services and improve co-ordination with local hospitals and community services. The Government has established 31 Private Health Networks around Australia to improve access to local health services, by investing close to $1 billion. Mental Health Reforms
The Government has established 31 Private Health Networks around Australia to improve access to local health services, by investing close to $1 billion. Mental Health Reforms The Coalition Government is delivering significant reforms that will put the individual needs of patients at the centre of our mental health system.
Mental Health Reforms The Coalition Government is delivering significant reforms that will put the individual needs of patients at the centre of our mental health system. These reforms will reshape the delivery of primary mental health services towards a more modern, flexible model of care, rather than the current “one-size-fits-all” approach.
The Coalition Government is delivering significant reforms that will put the individual needs of patients at the centre of our mental health system. These reforms will reshape the delivery of primary mental health services towards a more modern, flexible model of care, rather than the current “one-size-fits-all” approach. Cheaper Medicines
These reforms will reshape the delivery of primary mental health services towards a more modern, flexible model of care, rather than the current “one-size-fits-all” approach. Cheaper Medicines The Government is making medicines cheaper – in some cases by as much as 60% per script, saving patients with multiple chronic conditions as much as $500 per year.
Cheaper Medicines The Government is making medicines cheaper – in some cases by as much as 60% per script, saving patients with multiple chronic conditions as much as $500 per year. Additional cost savings for many common medicines are due to come into effect in October 2016, as a result of changes to the way everyday drugs are priced.
The Government is making medicines cheaper – in some cases by as much as 60% per script, saving patients with multiple chronic conditions as much as $500 per year. Additional cost savings for many common medicines are due to come into effect in October 2016, as a result of changes to the way everyday drugs are priced. New Medicines
Additional cost savings for many common medicines are due to come into effect in October 2016, as a result of changes to the way everyday drugs are priced. New Medicines The Government has put nearly 1,000 new and amended drug listings onto the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, ensuring these life-saving medicines are available to all Australians, including:
New Medicines The Government has put nearly 1,000 new and amended drug listings onto the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, ensuring these life-saving medicines are available to all Australians, including: Keytruda, which is used to treat Melanoma;
The Government has put nearly 1,000 new and amended drug listings onto the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, ensuring these life-saving medicines are available to all Australians, including: Keytruda, which is used to treat Melanoma; Mekinist, which is used to treat positive Metastatic Melanoma;
Keytruda, which is used to treat Melanoma; Mekinist, which is used to treat positive Metastatic Melanoma; and
Mekinist, which is used to treat positive Metastatic Melanoma; and Perjeta, Herceptin and Kadcyla, which are used to treat Breast Cancer.
and Perjeta, Herceptin and Kadcyla, which are used to treat Breast Cancer. The Government has also invested $1 billion to subsidise breakthrough treatments for all sufferers of Hepatitis C.
Perjeta, Herceptin and Kadcyla, which are used to treat Breast Cancer. The Government has also invested $1 billion to subsidise breakthrough treatments for all sufferers of Hepatitis C. |These treatments would cost $100,000 per patient if not subsidised through the PBS.
The Government has also invested $1 billion to subsidise breakthrough treatments for all sufferers of Hepatitis C. |These treatments would cost $100,000 per patient if not subsidised through the PBS. Medical Research Future Fund
|These treatments would cost $100,000 per patient if not subsidised through the PBS. Medical Research Future Fund Australia is a world leader in the field of medical research.
Medical Research Future Fund Australia is a world leader in the field of medical research. The $20 billion Medical Research Future Fund is providing a sustainable source of funding for vital medical research over the long term.
Australia is a world leader in the field of medical research. The $20 billion Medical Research Future Fund is providing a sustainable source of funding for vital medical research over the long term. No Jab No Pay
The $20 billion Medical Research Future Fund is providing a sustainable source of funding for vital medical research over the long term. No Jab No Pay To protect children from diseases, our “No Jab, No Pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children.
No Jab No Pay To protect children from diseases, our “No Jab, No Pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children. PUTTING STUDENTS FIRST
To protect children from diseases, our “No Jab, No Pay” rule is removing access to family and child care payments for parents who don’t vaccinate their children. PUTTING STUDENTS FIRST The Coalition Government is investing record levels in our schools with total Commonwealth funds reaching $73.6 billion over the next four years.
PUTTING STUDENTS FIRST The Coalition Government is investing record levels in our schools with total Commonwealth funds reaching $73.6 billion over the next four years. This is an increase of 26%. School funding will continue to increase each and every year going forward.
The Coalition Government is investing record levels in our schools with total Commonwealth funds reaching $73.6 billion over the next four years. This is an increase of 26%. School funding will continue to increase each and every year going forward. As part of this, the Government is providing an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes.
This is an increase of 26%. School funding will continue to increase each and every year going forward. As part of this, the Government is providing an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes. The Coalition Government is focused not just on more money but on making sure money is invested where it can make the most difference to student results.
As part of this, the Government is providing an additional $1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020 for schools, contingent upon reform efforts by the States and the non-government schools sector to improve education outcomes. The Coalition Government is focused not just on more money but on making sure money is invested where it can make the most difference to student results. Through our Students First approach, we are working with states and territories to focus on the four key areas that make a real difference to student results:
The Coalition Government is focused not just on more money but on making sure money is invested where it can make the most difference to student results. Through our Students First approach, we are working with states and territories to focus on the four key areas that make a real difference to student results: Better teaching quality
For example, our teaching quality reforms are introducing a new national literacy and numeracy test to ensure all new teachers are in the top 30% for literacy and numeracy in Australia. Our National Innovation and Science Agenda is leading the way in promoting learning in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Supporting Apprentices
Our National Innovation and Science Agenda is leading the way in promoting learning in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Supporting Apprentices The Coalition Government is supporting apprentices through Trade Support Loans – helping apprentices with the costs of living, tools and training through loans of up to $20,000 each.
Supporting Apprentices The Coalition Government is supporting apprentices through Trade Support Loans – helping apprentices with the costs of living, tools and training through loans of up to $20,000 each. So far, over 40,000 loans have been taken up.
To help match the right apprentice to the right apprenticeship and lift completion rates, the Government has established the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network, supported by $200 million of annual funding. This year the Government is supporting an estimated 68,000 employers with incentive payments to help businesses create opportunities for apprentices. Fixing the VET FEE-HELP Scheme
This year the Government is supporting an estimated 68,000 employers with incentive payments to help businesses create opportunities for apprentices. Fixing the VET FEE-HELP Scheme To restore confidence in vocational education, the Coalition Government has taken over a dozen measures to crack down on dodgy providers, including strengthening the powers of the regulator and establishing a National Training Complaints Hotline for students.
Fixing the VET FEE-HELP Scheme To restore confidence in vocational education, the Coalition Government has taken over a dozen measures to crack down on dodgy providers, including strengthening the powers of the regulator and establishing a National Training Complaints Hotline for students. Following consultation with the sector and the community, the Coalition will redesign the VET FEE-HELP scheme for 2017.
To restore confidence in vocational education, the Coalition Government has taken over a dozen measures to crack down on dodgy providers, including strengthening the powers of the regulator and establishing a National Training Complaints Hotline for students. Following consultation with the sector and the community, the Coalition will redesign the VET FEE-HELP scheme for 2017. Support for Universities
Following consultation with the sector and the community, the Coalition will redesign the VET FEE-HELP scheme for 2017. Support for Universities Under the Coalition Government, funding for universities is at record levels, with funding of over $16 billion in 2016.
Support for Universities Under the Coalition Government, funding for universities is at record levels, with funding of over $16 billion in 2016. Support for students is also at a record level, with $6.8 billion invested in 2016 (a 65 per cent increase on 2009 levels).
Under the Coalition Government, funding for universities is at record levels, with funding of over $16 billion in 2016. Support for students is also at a record level, with $6.8 billion invested in 2016 (a 65 per cent increase on 2009 levels). Australia has one of the most generous student loan schemes in the world, under which no domestic student has to pay up-front fees.
Simply put, we are connecting our academics with industry in order to build commercial capacity and create jobs in Australia. More Investment in Early Childhood Education
and create jobs in Australia. More Investment in Early Childhood Education The Government is investing more than $3 billion in a new Jobs for Families child care package to make child care simpler, more affordable and more accessible for almost one million Australian families.
More Investment in Early Childhood Education The Government is investing more than $3 billion in a new Jobs for Families child care package to make child care simpler, more affordable and more accessible for almost one million Australian families. Families with incomes between $65,000 and $170,000 will be around $30 a week better off.
Families with incomes between $65,000 and $170,000 will be around $30 a week better off. The Coalition Government is also ensuring all Australian children can receive 15 hours of preschool a week in the year before school (and exempting these 600 hours a year from the child care activity test). Investing in Vocational Education and Training
The Coalition Government is also ensuring all Australian children can receive 15 hours of preschool a week in the year before school (and exempting these 600 hours a year from the child care activity test). Investing in Vocational Education and Training The Coalition Government invests around $7 billion in the VET sector each year through funding and student loans.
Investing in Vocational Education and Training The Coalition Government invests around $7 billion in the VET sector each year through funding and student loans. This includes $1.8 billion to the states and territories to support their training systems, including TAFE.
The Coalition Government invests around $7 billion in the VET sector each year through funding and student loans. This includes $1.8 billion to the states and territories to support their training systems, including TAFE. TACKLING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
This includes $1.8 billion to the states and territories to support their training systems, including TAFE. TACKLING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE TACKLING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
TACKLING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE TACKLING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Women and children in Australia must be safe in their homes, safe on our streets and safe online.
TACKLING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Women and children in Australia must be safe in their homes, safe on our streets and safe online. Domestic and family violence is never acceptable.
Women and children in Australia must be safe in their homes, safe on our streets and safe online. Domestic and family violence is never acceptable. The Coalition Government is taking action on domestic violence, with a $100 million Women’s Safety Package.
Domestic and family violence is never acceptable. The Coalition Government is taking action on domestic violence, with a $100 million Women’s Safety Package. Immediate and practical action is focussed on three key areas:
The Coalition Government is taking action on domestic violence, with a $100 million Women’s Safety Package. Immediate and practical action is focussed on three key areas: Keeping women safe at home
Immediate and practical action is focussed on three key areas: Keeping women safe at home Innovative technology is being trialled and used to keep women safe, including GPS trackers for perpetrators, safe phones and safety devices for homes.
Keeping women safe at home Innovative technology is being trialled and used to keep women safe, including GPS trackers for perpetrators, safe phones and safety devices for homes. We are expanding support to counselling services such as 1800RESPECT and Mensline.
Innovative technology is being trialled and used to keep women safe, including GPS trackers for perpetrators, safe phones and safety devices for homes. We are expanding support to counselling services such as 1800RESPECT and Mensline. Support and training for frontline services
We are expanding support to counselling services such as 1800RESPECT and Mensline. Support and training for frontline services Training is being expanded for frontline workers, including police, doctors, emergency department staff and social workers.
Support and training for frontline services Training is being expanded for frontline workers, including police, doctors, emergency department staff and social workers. Domestic violence units are being established in legal services.
Training is being expanded for frontline workers, including police, doctors, emergency department staff and social workers. Domestic violence units are being established in legal services. Breaking the cycle of violence
Domestic violence units are being established in legal services. Breaking the cycle of violence To address the negative behaviours and attitudes that can lead to violence, we are providing additional resources to help teachers, parents and students learn more about respectful relationships.
Breaking the cycle of violence To address the negative behaviours and attitudes that can lead to violence, we are providing additional resources to help teachers, parents and students learn more about respectful relationships. This Women’s Safety Package is in addition to the $30 million committed by all Australian governments to a national campaign to change young people’s attitudes to violence.
To address the negative behaviours and attitudes that can lead to violence, we are providing additional resources to help teachers, parents and students learn more about respectful relationships. This Women’s Safety Package is in addition to the $30 million committed by all Australian governments to a national campaign to change young people’s attitudes to violence. CARING FOR OUR ENVIRONMENT
This Women’s Safety Package is in addition to the $30 million committed by all Australian governments to a national campaign to change young people’s attitudes to violence. CARING FOR OUR ENVIRONMENT The Coalition Government is committed to protecting Australia’s magnificent natural environment.
CARING FOR OUR ENVIRONMENT The Coalition Government is committed to protecting Australia’s magnificent natural environment. Protecting the Great Barrier Reef
The Coalition Government is committed to protecting Australia’s magnificent natural environment. Protecting the Great Barrier Reef Our Reef 2050 Long Term Sustainability Plan is the most comprehensive plan ever developed to protect the Great Barrier Reef for future generations.
Protecting the Great Barrier Reef Our Reef 2050 Long Term Sustainability Plan is the most comprehensive plan ever developed to protect the Great Barrier Reef for future generations. The Coalition has put in place an historic ban on capital dredge disposal in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park – ending a 100 year old practice.
$2 billion is being invested by Australian governments on projects that include improving water quality, reducing sediment and nitrogen run off, removing crown of thorns starfish and improving our scientific knowledge of the reef. Our work to protect the Great Barrier Reef resulted in the World Heritage Committee declaring last July that Australia was a global role model for the management of World Heritage properties. Supporting renewable energy
Our work to protect the Great Barrier Reef resulted in the World Heritage Committee declaring last July that Australia was a global role model for the management of World Heritage properties. Supporting renewable energy The Coalition Government will double renewable energy in Australia over the next four years.
Supporting renewable energy The Coalition Government will double renewable energy in Australia over the next four years. Under the Renewable Energy Target, more than 23% of Australia’s electricity will come from renewable energy by 2020.
The Coalition Government will double renewable energy in Australia over the next four years. Under the Renewable Energy Target, more than 23% of Australia’s electricity will come from renewable energy by 2020. We are supporting large scale projects, while at the same time making solar more affordable for households.
We are encouraging new technology to assist in the transition to clean energy, through the $1 billion Clean Energy Innovation Fund. This Fund will target projects such as large-scale solar. Tackling climate change
This Fund will target projects such as large-scale solar. Tackling climate change To protect our environment for future generations, we need to tackle climate change.
Tackling climate change To protect our environment for future generations, we need to tackle climate change. As a country, we are playing our part in the global challenge on climate change.
We will meet our targets without Labor’s Carbon Tax, which made electricity more expensive for all Australian families. We are investing $2.55 billion to incentivise business to reduce their emissions through our Emissions Reduction Fund. Projects we’ve supported include carbon farming to increase carbon in the soil,
We are investing $2.55 billion to incentivise business to reduce their emissions through our Emissions Reduction Fund. Projects we’ve supported include carbon farming to increase carbon in the soil, energy efficient lighting for town councils,
Projects we’ve supported include carbon farming to increase carbon in the soil, energy efficient lighting for town councils, supporting re-vegetation and bushfire reduction.
energy efficient lighting for town councils, supporting re-vegetation and bushfire reduction. We are also implementing a National Energy Productivity Plan, reducing emissions from ozone-depleting gases and supporting investments in new technology such as solar storage.
supporting re-vegetation and bushfire reduction. We are also implementing a National Energy Productivity Plan, reducing emissions from ozone-depleting gases and supporting investments in new technology such as solar storage. Supporting on-ground environmental projects
We are also implementing a National Energy Productivity Plan, reducing emissions from ozone-depleting gases and supporting investments in new technology such as solar storage. Supporting on-ground environmental projects Right around Australia, young local people are delivering environmental projects in their communities through the Green Army.
Supporting on-ground environmental projects Right around Australia, young local people are delivering environmental projects in their communities through the Green Army. We have already launched more than 500 teams across the country.
The Coalition will continue to deliver on our $50 million commitment to plant 20 million trees by 2020, with almost 10 million trees already committed for planting over the next three years. As well, we are greening our cities as part of the Coalition’s cities agenda. Protecting our threatened species
As well, we are greening our cities as part of the Coalition’s cities agenda. Protecting our threatened species Australia has some of the most unique flora and fauna on the planet and we’re protecting our native wildlife with the launch of Australia’s first Threatened Species Strategy and the appointment of Australia’s first Threatened Species Commissioner.
Protecting our threatened species Australia has some of the most unique flora and fauna on the planet and we’re protecting our native wildlife with the launch of Australia’s first Threatened Species Strategy and the appointment of Australia’s first Threatened Species Commissioner. The Threatened Species Strategy targets the key threats to our wildlife, in particular feral cats.
Funding for projects to protect our threatened species has already topped $190 million. Our National Environmental Science Program is supporting this work, with projects that deliver research projects in the field. Protecting Australia’s heritage
Our National Environmental Science Program is supporting this work, with projects that deliver research projects in the field. Protecting Australia’s heritage The Coalition Government’s Australian Heritage Strategy sets out the action we are taking to support and promote our remarkable natural, historic and Indigenous heritage.
Protecting Australia’s heritage The Coalition Government’s Australian Heritage Strategy sets out the action we are taking to support and promote our remarkable natural, historic and Indigenous heritage. Protection of Australia’s national and world heritage is a fundamental pillar of the Government’s environment policy.
The Coalition Government’s Australian Heritage Strategy sets out the action we are taking to support and promote our remarkable natural, historic and Indigenous heritage. Protection of Australia’s national and world heritage is a fundamental pillar of the Government’s environment policy. Our natural, Indigenous and historic heritage enhances our sense of place and national identity and makes a positive contribution to the nation’s wellbeing.
Protection of Australia’s national and world heritage is a fundamental pillar of the Government’s environment policy. Our natural, Indigenous and historic heritage enhances our sense of place and national identity and makes a positive contribution to the nation’s wellbeing. One stop shop
Our natural, Indigenous and historic heritage enhances our sense of place and national identity and makes a positive contribution to the nation’s wellbeing. One stop shop We have maintained environmental standards whilst reducing the red tape.
One stop shop We have maintained environmental standards whilst reducing the red tape. We have established a one stop shop for environmental assessments with every state and territory – cutting the double handling of assessments for projects.
We have maintained environmental standards whilst reducing the red tape. We have established a one stop shop for environmental assessments with every state and territory – cutting the double handling of assessments for projects. OUR PLAN TO INVEST IN QUEENSLAND’S WATER INFRASTRUCTURE
We have established a one stop shop for environmental assessments with every state and territory – cutting the double handling of assessments for projects. OUR PLAN TO INVEST IN QUEENSLAND’S WATER INFRASTRUCTURE Water infrastructure is essential to population growth, sustainable communities, jobs, productivity, and stronger economic outcomes.
OUR PLAN TO INVEST IN QUEENSLAND’S WATER INFRASTRUCTURE Water infrastructure is essential to population growth, sustainable communities, jobs, productivity, and stronger economic outcomes. Every community and industry requires water security to grow and prosper.
Water infrastructure is essential to population growth, sustainable communities, jobs, productivity, and stronger economic outcomes. Every community and industry requires water security to grow and prosper. Many regional and remote communities depend on quality water infrastructure for their livelihood and jobs.
Every community and industry requires water security to grow and prosper. Many regional and remote communities depend on quality water infrastructure for their livelihood and jobs. The Coalition has a strong record supporting investment in water infrastructure.
Many regional and remote communities depend on quality water infrastructure for their livelihood and jobs. The Coalition has a strong record supporting investment in water infrastructure. We are delivering more than half a billion dollars in grants to support the construction of nationally significant water infrastructure.
The Coalition has a strong record supporting investment in water infrastructure. We are delivering more than half a billion dollars in grants to support the construction of nationally significant water infrastructure. We are also providing $2 billion in concessional loans to fast-track the construction of water infrastructure throughout the country.
We are delivering more than half a billion dollars in grants to support the construction of nationally significant water infrastructure. We are also providing $2 billion in concessional loans to fast-track the construction of water infrastructure throughout the country. Our investment in water infrastructure is supporting jobs and regional communities.
We are also providing $2 billion in concessional loans to fast-track the construction of water infrastructure throughout the country. Our investment in water infrastructure is supporting jobs and regional communities. We will do more to support jobs and growth through greater investment in Queensland’s water infrastructure.
Our investment in water infrastructure is supporting jobs and regional communities. We will do more to support jobs and growth through greater investment in Queensland’s water infrastructure. The Coalition will invest $20 million to support the development or finalisation of feasibility assessments and business cases for 14 water infrastructure projects across Queensland.
We will do more to support jobs and growth through greater investment in Queensland’s water infrastructure. The Coalition will invest $20 million to support the development or finalisation of feasibility assessments and business cases for 14 water infrastructure projects across Queensland. These water infrastructure projects in Queensland include: development of a works programme for construction and upgrade of major water infrastructure for Clermont, as well as augmentation and remediation works on the Theresa Creek Dam
The Coalition will invest $20 million to support the development or finalisation of feasibility assessments and business cases for 14 water infrastructure projects across Queensland. These water infrastructure projects in Queensland include: development of a works programme for construction and upgrade of major water infrastructure for Clermont, as well as augmentation and remediation works on the Theresa Creek Dam funding business case development for the construction of the Rookwood Weir
These water infrastructure projects in Queensland include: development of a works programme for construction and upgrade of major water infrastructure for Clermont, as well as augmentation and remediation works on the Theresa Creek Dam funding business case development for the construction of the Rookwood Weir development of feasibility studies for new dams near Collinsville, Hell’s Gate, and Emu Swamp
funding business case development for the construction of the Rookwood Weir development of feasibility studies for new dams near Collinsville, Hell’s Gate, and Emu Swamp raising the height of the Burdekin Falls Dam by approximately two metres
development of feasibility studies for new dams near Collinsville, Hell’s Gate, and Emu Swamp raising the height of the Burdekin Falls Dam by approximately two metres feasibility studies for new water storage and irrigation infrastructure options to help Isis Central Sugar Mill Company Limited cultivate 6,800 hectares for sugarcane in the Gayndah Region of the Burnett River catchment
raising the height of the Burdekin Falls Dam by approximately two metres feasibility studies for new water storage and irrigation infrastructure options to help Isis Central Sugar Mill Company Limited cultivate 6,800 hectares for sugarcane in the Gayndah Region of the Burnett River catchment investigating three dam storages on the upper and middle reaches of the Herbert River and the Millstream
feasibility studies for new water storage and irrigation infrastructure options to help Isis Central Sugar Mill Company Limited cultivate 6,800 hectares for sugarcane in the Gayndah Region of the Burnett River catchment investigating three dam storages on the upper and middle reaches of the Herbert River and the Millstream assessment of additional water storage for Mount Isa and Cloncurry
investigating three dam storages on the upper and middle reaches of the Herbert River and the Millstream assessment of additional water storage for Mount Isa and Cloncurry assessment into the utilisation of South-East Queensland’s treated effluent for agricultural production
assessment of additional water storage for Mount Isa and Cloncurry assessment into the utilisation of South-East Queensland’s treated effluent for agricultural production We will also fund half the cost of Rookwood Weir – up to $130 million – if the business case meets all the necessary requirements and it acquires the required environmental approval.
assessment into the utilisation of South-East Queensland’s treated effluent for agricultural production We will also fund half the cost of Rookwood Weir – up to $130 million – if the business case meets all the necessary requirements and it acquires the required environmental approval. Read more about our plan to invest in Queensland’s Water Infrastructure
We will also fund half the cost of Rookwood Weir – up to $130 million – if the business case meets all the necessary requirements and it acquires the required environmental approval. Read more about our plan to invest in Queensland’s Water Infrastructure Investing in Queensland’s Water Infrastructure
Read more about our plan to invest in Queensland’s Water Infrastructure Investing in Queensland’s Water Infrastructure Water infrastructure is essential to population growth, sustainable communities, jobs, productivity, and stronger economic outcomes.
Investing in Queensland’s Water Infrastructure Water infrastructure is essential to population growth, sustainable communities, jobs, productivity, and stronger economic outcomes. The Coalition has a strong record supporting investment in water infrastructure.
Water infrastructure is essential to population growth, sustainable communities, jobs, productivity, and stronger economic outcomes. The Coalition has a strong record supporting investment in water infrastructure. We are delivering more than half a billion dollars in grants to support the construction of nationally significant water infrastructure.
We are delivering more than half a billion dollars in grants to support the construction of nationally significant water infrastructure. We are also providing $2 billion in concessional loans to fast-track the construction of water infrastructure throughout the country. Policy Principles
We are also providing $2 billion in concessional loans to fast-track the construction of water infrastructure throughout the country. Policy Principles For us, policies are all about principles that guide our actions.
Policy Principles For us, policies are all about principles that guide our actions. These principles are set out to inform Australians of our legislative views.
These principles are set out to inform Australians of our legislative views. Items shown under 'Examples of what needs to be done' are indicative only and parliamentary members and candidates are encouraged to propose and debate the most workable solutions and options possible. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
Items shown under 'Examples of what needs to be done' are indicative only and parliamentary members and candidates are encouraged to propose and debate the most workable solutions and options possible. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - the first Australians - as the traditional owners of this continent and acknowledge and respect their ongoing relationship with the land.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - the first Australians - as the traditional owners of this continent and acknowledge and respect their ongoing relationship with the land. Examples of what needs to be done: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and organisations must be consulted and engaged with the process of developing Indigenous Affairs policy
We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - the first Australians - as the traditional owners of this continent and acknowledge and respect their ongoing relationship with the land. Examples of what needs to be done: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and organisations must be consulted and engaged with the process of developing Indigenous Affairs policy Constitutional recognition to reflect the unique role Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders have in Australia’s past, present and future
Examples of what needs to be done: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and organisations must be consulted and engaged with the process of developing Indigenous Affairs policy Constitutional recognition to reflect the unique role Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders have in Australia’s past, present and future Provide ongoing funding for “Closing the Gap” between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and non-indigenous Australians
Constitutional recognition to reflect the unique role Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders have in Australia’s past, present and future Provide ongoing funding for “Closing the Gap” between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and non-indigenous Australians In consultation with individual communities, develop micro policies and programs to better meet the diverse needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Provide ongoing funding for “Closing the Gap” between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and non-indigenous Australians In consultation with individual communities, develop micro policies and programs to better meet the diverse needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples Ageing Population
In consultation with individual communities, develop micro policies and programs to better meet the diverse needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples Ageing Population Australia is a prosperous country built on the contribution of older Australians.
Ageing Population Australia is a prosperous country built on the contribution of older Australians. Our ageing population deserves to be treated with respect and dignity and assisted where needed by government and the wider community.
Australia is a prosperous country built on the contribution of older Australians. Our ageing population deserves to be treated with respect and dignity and assisted where needed by government and the wider community. Examples of what needs to be done: Workforce participation
Our ageing population deserves to be treated with respect and dignity and assisted where needed by government and the wider community. Examples of what needs to be done: Workforce participation NXT does not support an increase in the pension age, but we do believe older Australians should be both encouraged and supported to be involved in the paid or community service workforce.
Examples of what needs to be done: Workforce participation NXT does not support an increase in the pension age, but we do believe older Australians should be both encouraged and supported to be involved in the paid or community service workforce. For those who receive a pension, income tests should be relaxed further so that they can supplement their income without penalty.
NXT does not support an increase in the pension age, but we do believe older Australians should be both encouraged and supported to be involved in the paid or community service workforce. For those who receive a pension, income tests should be relaxed further so that they can supplement their income without penalty. Community service volunteers should be automatically covered by a government funded insurance scheme.
For those who receive a pension, income tests should be relaxed further so that they can supplement their income without penalty. Community service volunteers should be automatically covered by a government funded insurance scheme. Cost-of Living
Community service volunteers should be automatically covered by a government funded insurance scheme. Cost-of Living Utility cost increases should be pegged to be no greater than the CPI.
Cost-of Living Utility cost increases should be pegged to be no greater than the CPI. Any increases above the CPI should be rebated to those on a government pension, or self-funded retirees who have reached the eligible pension age.
Utility cost increases should be pegged to be no greater than the CPI. Any increases above the CPI should be rebated to those on a government pension, or self-funded retirees who have reached the eligible pension age. Housing/Retirement/Aged Care
Any increases above the CPI should be rebated to those on a government pension, or self-funded retirees who have reached the eligible pension age. Housing/Retirement/Aged Care Government policy should encourage and deliver where possible affordable, comfortable and well-maintained retirement and aged care accommodation.
Housing/Retirement/Aged Care Government policy should encourage and deliver where possible affordable, comfortable and well-maintained retirement and aged care accommodation. Developers and providers of retirement accommodation must meet all existing government requirements, as well as be required to provide transition accommodation options for residents who may require low or high care facilities in the future.
Government policy should encourage and deliver where possible affordable, comfortable and well-maintained retirement and aged care accommodation. Developers and providers of retirement accommodation must meet all existing government requirements, as well as be required to provide transition accommodation options for residents who may require low or high care facilities in the future. These transition options should be on, or adjacent to, the existing retirement estate.
Developers and providers of retirement accommodation must meet all existing government requirements, as well as be required to provide transition accommodation options for residents who may require low or high care facilities in the future. These transition options should be on, or adjacent to, the existing retirement estate. Agriculture
These transition options should be on, or adjacent to, the existing retirement estate. Agriculture Agriculture is a vital part, not just of the fabric of rural and regional Australia, but of the entire nation.
Agriculture Agriculture is a vital part, not just of the fabric of rural and regional Australia, but of the entire nation. With agriculture contributing $53.6 billion to the nation’s economy, and employing 314,000 Australians across the agriculture, forestry and fishing sector (with huge multiplier effects), it is essential that it is encouraged to grow.
Agriculture is a vital part, not just of the fabric of rural and regional Australia, but of the entire nation. With agriculture contributing $53.6 billion to the nation’s economy, and employing 314,000 Australians across the agriculture, forestry and fishing sector (with huge multiplier effects), it is essential that it is encouraged to grow. The $1billion dollars of farmer and government contributions to agricultural research and development (R&D) organisations needs to be effectively targeted to help improve the profitability of Australian agriculture through enhancing the skills and decision making of farmers.
With agriculture contributing $53.6 billion to the nation’s economy, and employing 314,000 Australians across the agriculture, forestry and fishing sector (with huge multiplier effects), it is essential that it is encouraged to grow. The $1billion dollars of farmer and government contributions to agricultural research and development (R&D) organisations needs to be effectively targeted to help improve the profitability of Australian agriculture through enhancing the skills and decision making of farmers. Examples of what needs to be done: Support the lifting of the small business tax threshold from $2m to $10m to encourage agricultural businesses to grow as agricultural output expands from individual businesses.
The $1billion dollars of farmer and government contributions to agricultural research and development (R&D) organisations needs to be effectively targeted to help improve the profitability of Australian agriculture through enhancing the skills and decision making of farmers. Examples of what needs to be done: Support the lifting of the small business tax threshold from $2m to $10m to encourage agricultural businesses to grow as agricultural output expands from individual businesses. Having strong competition laws that that can effectively deal with and penalise predatory abuse of market power from companies in the agricultural to retail supply chain.
Examples of what needs to be done: Support the lifting of the small business tax threshold from $2m to $10m to encourage agricultural businesses to grow as agricultural output expands from individual businesses. Having strong competition laws that that can effectively deal with and penalise predatory abuse of market power from companies in the agricultural to retail supply chain. This needs to include a stronger ‘effects’ test than the government is currently proposing, divestiture powers to break up companies for gross abuse of market power, and quicker and more affordable access to justice.
Having strong competition laws that that can effectively deal with and penalise predatory abuse of market power from companies in the agricultural to retail supply chain. This needs to include a stronger ‘effects’ test than the government is currently proposing, divestiture powers to break up companies for gross abuse of market power, and quicker and more affordable access to justice. Continue to push for clear country of origin labelling for food and ingredients including clear labels showing the source country of imported products.
This needs to include a stronger ‘effects’ test than the government is currently proposing, divestiture powers to break up companies for gross abuse of market power, and quicker and more affordable access to justice. Continue to push for clear country of origin labelling for food and ingredients including clear labels showing the source country of imported products. The recently announced changes, due to come into force later this year, while welcome need to be improved upon and monitored for their effectiveness.
Continue to push for clear country of origin labelling for food and ingredients including clear labels showing the source country of imported products. The recently announced changes, due to come into force later this year, while welcome need to be improved upon and monitored for their effectiveness. It’s imperative to scrap the punitive AQIS charges on small exporters that destroy incentives to export.
The recently announced changes, due to come into force later this year, while welcome need to be improved upon and monitored for their effectiveness. It’s imperative to scrap the punitive AQIS charges on small exporters that destroy incentives to export. We will continue to push for urgent strong anti-dumping rules to prevent domestic industries being dumping grounds for imported produce such as what happened with tinned tomatoes.
It’s imperative to scrap the punitive AQIS charges on small exporters that destroy incentives to export. We will continue to push for urgent strong anti-dumping rules to prevent domestic industries being dumping grounds for imported produce such as what happened with tinned tomatoes. Help work to encourage domestic investment in Australian agriculture through investment vehicles such as Australian superannuation funds.
We will continue to push for urgent strong anti-dumping rules to prevent domestic industries being dumping grounds for imported produce such as what happened with tinned tomatoes. Help work to encourage domestic investment in Australian agriculture through investment vehicles such as Australian superannuation funds. Encourage immigrant arrivals, including those with needed skills and investment dollars, to settle in rural and regional Australia to address rural labour shortages.
Help work to encourage domestic investment in Australian agriculture through investment vehicles such as Australian superannuation funds. Encourage immigrant arrivals, including those with needed skills and investment dollars, to settle in rural and regional Australia to address rural labour shortages. Continue to support the full implementation of the Murray Darling Basin Plan.
Encourage immigrant arrivals, including those with needed skills and investment dollars, to settle in rural and regional Australia to address rural labour shortages. Continue to support the full implementation of the Murray Darling Basin Plan. As part of that we see the automation and upgrading of the barrages where the river meets the Coorong  as a key part of modernising the river infrastructure to more effectively manage the interaction between fresh and salt water.
Continue to support the full implementation of the Murray Darling Basin Plan. As part of that we see the automation and upgrading of the barrages where the river meets the Coorong  as a key part of modernising the river infrastructure to more effectively manage the interaction between fresh and salt water. States which were early adopters of water efficiencies must be acknowledged in any federal scheme.
As part of that we see the automation and upgrading of the barrages where the river meets the Coorong  as a key part of modernising the river infrastructure to more effectively manage the interaction between fresh and salt water. States which were early adopters of water efficiencies must be acknowledged in any federal scheme. Irrigators should be able to access federal infrastructure grants for value adding to agriculture more easily.
States which were early adopters of water efficiencies must be acknowledged in any federal scheme. Irrigators should be able to access federal infrastructure grants for value adding to agriculture more easily. Immediately scrap the planned Backpacker Tax as these young people are a vital part of harvesting different agricultural products, many of them with only short harvest windows.
Irrigators should be able to access federal infrastructure grants for value adding to agriculture more easily. Immediately scrap the planned Backpacker Tax as these young people are a vital part of harvesting different agricultural products, many of them with only short harvest windows. Support the export of livestock to countries who implement Australia’s strict ESCAS Exporter Supply Chain Assurance System.
Immediately scrap the planned Backpacker Tax as these young people are a vital part of harvesting different agricultural products, many of them with only short harvest windows. Support the export of livestock to countries who implement Australia’s strict ESCAS Exporter Supply Chain Assurance System. However, our preference is to encourage the processing of livestock in Australia, in regional Australia, to grow industry and jobs, we understand that different markets exist and that will take time to grow.
Support the export of livestock to countries who implement Australia’s strict ESCAS Exporter Supply Chain Assurance System. However, our preference is to encourage the processing of livestock in Australia, in regional Australia, to grow industry and jobs, we understand that different markets exist and that will take time to grow. Federal drought funding must require that state governments do not unreasonabley impede the delivery of drought support.
However, our preference is to encourage the processing of livestock in Australia, in regional Australia, to grow industry and jobs, we understand that different markets exist and that will take time to grow. Federal drought funding must require that state governments do not unreasonabley impede the delivery of drought support. Australian Made
Federal drought funding must require that state governments do not unreasonabley impede the delivery of drought support. Australian Made Australians and government in particular should support Australian businesses and our quality Australian made goods because of the hugely beneficial flow-on effects to the Australian economy.
Australian Made Australians and government in particular should support Australian businesses and our quality Australian made goods because of the hugely beneficial flow-on effects to the Australian economy. The term 'Australian Made' should mean just that, so consumers can make an informed choice.
Australians and government in particular should support Australian businesses and our quality Australian made goods because of the hugely beneficial flow-on effects to the Australian economy. The term 'Australian Made' should mean just that, so consumers can make an informed choice. Examples of what needs to be done: Labelling laws must be overhauled to provide consumers with truth in labelling as to the ingredients and their country of origin
The term 'Australian Made' should mean just that, so consumers can make an informed choice. Examples of what needs to be done: Labelling laws must be overhauled to provide consumers with truth in labelling as to the ingredients and their country of origin Introduce an Australian Made labelling category where 75% or more of the labour component to manufacture or assemble the product was undertaken by Australian residents
Examples of what needs to be done: Labelling laws must be overhauled to provide consumers with truth in labelling as to the ingredients and their country of origin Introduce an Australian Made labelling category where 75% or more of the labour component to manufacture or assemble the product was undertaken by Australian residents A single federal authority should be formed to accredit the use of all Made in Australia symbols
Introduce an Australian Made labelling category where 75% or more of the labour component to manufacture or assemble the product was undertaken by Australian residents A single federal authority should be formed to accredit the use of all Made in Australia symbols Government departments should be required to procure a much greater proportion of Australian produced and manufactured products and services
A single federal authority should be formed to accredit the use of all Made in Australia symbols Government departments should be required to procure a much greater proportion of Australian produced and manufactured products and services Have more effective anti-dumping laws to prevent below-cost imported goods flooding the market and destroying Australian jobs in the process
Government departments should be required to procure a much greater proportion of Australian produced and manufactured products and services Have more effective anti-dumping laws to prevent below-cost imported goods flooding the market and destroying Australian jobs in the process Aviation
Have more effective anti-dumping laws to prevent below-cost imported goods flooding the market and destroying Australian jobs in the process Aviation A safe and strong aviation sector is vital to Australia's needs.
Aviation A safe and strong aviation sector is vital to Australia's needs. Having our aircraft maintained in Australia is an integral part of ensuring high safety standards and trust in the aviation industry.
A safe and strong aviation sector is vital to Australia's needs. Having our aircraft maintained in Australia is an integral part of ensuring high safety standards and trust in the aviation industry. Examples of what needs to be done: There should be an Inspector General of Aviation that acts as an impartial watch-dog over all aviation regulators -  in particular CASA and the ATSB - to ensure that they operate in the public interest.
Having our aircraft maintained in Australia is an integral part of ensuring high safety standards and trust in the aviation industry. Examples of what needs to be done: There should be an Inspector General of Aviation that acts as an impartial watch-dog over all aviation regulators -  in particular CASA and the ATSB - to ensure that they operate in the public interest. Implement recommendations from Senate reports on aviation and safety
Examples of what needs to be done: There should be an Inspector General of Aviation that acts as an impartial watch-dog over all aviation regulators -  in particular CASA and the ATSB - to ensure that they operate in the public interest. Implement recommendations from Senate reports on aviation and safety Childhood Education & Care
Implement recommendations from Senate reports on aviation and safety Childhood Education & Care Australian families should have access to high-quality, accessible and affordable early childhood education, as well as affordable child care when needed.
Childhood Education & Care Australian families should have access to high-quality, accessible and affordable early childhood education, as well as affordable child care when needed. The childcare sector is facing an affordability crisis, which in turn will severely impact on the number of women who can readily participate in the workforce.
Australian families should have access to high-quality, accessible and affordable early childhood education, as well as affordable child care when needed. The childcare sector is facing an affordability crisis, which in turn will severely impact on the number of women who can readily participate in the workforce. Examples of what needs to be done: Enhance the policy focus on Early Childhood Education, given its critical impact on the stage of life where social and emotional development is most influenced
The childcare sector is facing an affordability crisis, which in turn will severely impact on the number of women who can readily participate in the workforce. Examples of what needs to be done: Enhance the policy focus on Early Childhood Education, given its critical impact on the stage of life where social and emotional development is most influenced •Increase the existing child care rebate from $7,500 to $10,000 p.a. per child, indexed annually to CPI
Examples of what needs to be done: Enhance the policy focus on Early Childhood Education, given its critical impact on the stage of life where social and emotional development is most influenced •Increase the existing child care rebate from $7,500 to $10,000 p.a. per child, indexed annually to CPI •Federal funding for child care should favour centres run by local communities
•Increase the existing child care rebate from $7,500 to $10,000 p.a. per child, indexed annually to CPI •Federal funding for child care should favour centres run by local communities Climate Change & Energy
•Federal funding for child care should favour centres run by local communities Climate Change & Energy Action is required to reduce carbon emissions and our reliance on fossil fuels and inefficient forms of energy generation.
Climate Change & Energy Action is required to reduce carbon emissions and our reliance on fossil fuels and inefficient forms of energy generation. Australia is uniquely placed to embrace renewable energy resources.
Action is required to reduce carbon emissions and our reliance on fossil fuels and inefficient forms of energy generation. Australia is uniquely placed to embrace renewable energy resources. Government at all levels must play an integral role in leading a best-practice approach.
Australia is uniquely placed to embrace renewable energy resources. Government at all levels must play an integral role in leading a best-practice approach. It is about being smart and efficient for the benefit of the planet.
Government at all levels must play an integral role in leading a best-practice approach. It is about being smart and efficient for the benefit of the planet. We support a 50% renewable (electricity only) target by 2030.
It is about being smart and efficient for the benefit of the planet. We support a 50% renewable (electricity only) target by 2030. Examples of what needs to be done: Have an efficient and effective emissions trading scheme (ETS) based on world's best practice
We support a 50% renewable (electricity only) target by 2030. Examples of what needs to be done: Have an efficient and effective emissions trading scheme (ETS) based on world's best practice Australia needs to quickly move toward a cleaner and more affordable energy future.
Examples of what needs to be done: Have an efficient and effective emissions trading scheme (ETS) based on world's best practice Australia needs to quickly move toward a cleaner and more affordable energy future. This will involve reduced reliance on economically unsustainable technologies
Australia needs to quickly move toward a cleaner and more affordable energy future. This will involve reduced reliance on economically unsustainable technologies Government policies need to facilitate innovative and job creating energy industry opportunities through research, adoption, education and manufacturing of new technologies
This will involve reduced reliance on economically unsustainable technologies Government policies need to facilitate innovative and job creating energy industry opportunities through research, adoption, education and manufacturing of new technologies Australian energy resources should be available to Australians before being available for sale to the rest of the world.
Government policies need to facilitate innovative and job creating energy industry opportunities through research, adoption, education and manufacturing of new technologies Australian energy resources should be available to Australians before being available for sale to the rest of the world. An allocation for domestic use prior to export would also help lower the cost of energy for consumers
Australian energy resources should be available to Australians before being available for sale to the rest of the world. An allocation for domestic use prior to export would also help lower the cost of energy for consumers Australian tax payer funded research into renewable energy and climate change needs to be made more easily available to Australian industry to ensure our competitive advantage in these areas is fostered
An allocation for domestic use prior to export would also help lower the cost of energy for consumers Australian tax payer funded research into renewable energy and climate change needs to be made more easily available to Australian industry to ensure our competitive advantage in these areas is fostered The importation of substandard and unsafe products related to renewable energy and or climate change must be curtailed
Australian tax payer funded research into renewable energy and climate change needs to be made more easily available to Australian industry to ensure our competitive advantage in these areas is fostered The importation of substandard and unsafe products related to renewable energy and or climate change must be curtailed Co-operatives & Mutual Enterprises
The importation of substandard and unsafe products related to renewable energy and or climate change must be curtailed Co-operatives & Mutual Enterprises Co-operatives and Mutual Enterprises are a bedrock of communities around the country and have enormous potential to grow and play an even bigger role in Australian society.
Co-operatives & Mutual Enterprises Co-operatives and Mutual Enterprises are a bedrock of communities around the country and have enormous potential to grow and play an even bigger role in Australian society. Examples of what needs to be done: The current senate inquiry instigated by Nick into co-ops is a useful starting point for the reforms needed to allow co-ops to flourish
Co-operatives and Mutual Enterprises are a bedrock of communities around the country and have enormous potential to grow and play an even bigger role in Australian society. Examples of what needs to be done: The current senate inquiry instigated by Nick into co-ops is a useful starting point for the reforms needed to allow co-ops to flourish Government policies must be supportive of Co-operatives and Mutual Enterprises
Examples of what needs to be done: The current senate inquiry instigated by Nick into co-ops is a useful starting point for the reforms needed to allow co-ops to flourish Government policies must be supportive of Co-operatives and Mutual Enterprises Educators should include the Co-op and CME business model in their curriculum
Government policies must be supportive of Co-operatives and Mutual Enterprises Educators should include the Co-op and CME business model in their curriculum Crime
Educators should include the Co-op and CME business model in their curriculum Crime All Australians have the right to feel safe as they go about their lives.
Crime All Australians have the right to feel safe as they go about their lives. Being tough on crime also means being tough on the causes of crime.
All Australians have the right to feel safe as they go about their lives. Being tough on crime also means being tough on the causes of crime. Inadequate penalties not only insult victims and their families, they continue to put the community at risk.
Being tough on crime also means being tough on the causes of crime. Inadequate penalties not only insult victims and their families, they continue to put the community at risk. Substance abuse – a major contributor to violence and theft – must be tackled.
Inadequate penalties not only insult victims and their families, they continue to put the community at risk. Substance abuse – a major contributor to violence and theft – must be tackled. Examples of what needs to be done: Increase the transparency of plea bargaining and give victims a greater say in the plea bargaining process
Substance abuse – a major contributor to violence and theft – must be tackled. Examples of what needs to be done: Increase the transparency of plea bargaining and give victims a greater say in the plea bargaining process Legislation regarding the confiscation of proceeds from crime, particularly drug trafficking, needs to be more effective
Examples of what needs to be done: Increase the transparency of plea bargaining and give victims a greater say in the plea bargaining process Legislation regarding the confiscation of proceeds from crime, particularly drug trafficking, needs to be more effective The mental impairment defence needs to be reformed as it is being abused in some cases
Legislation regarding the confiscation of proceeds from crime, particularly drug trafficking, needs to be more effective The mental impairment defence needs to be reformed as it is being abused in some cases Prisons should have more effective rehabilitation programs, rather than being a training ground for more hardened criminals
The mental impairment defence needs to be reformed as it is being abused in some cases Prisons should have more effective rehabilitation programs, rather than being a training ground for more hardened criminals Defence
Prisons should have more effective rehabilitation programs, rather than being a training ground for more hardened criminals Defence Australian defence policy must focus on the protection of our nation and creating stability in our region.
Defence Australian defence policy must focus on the protection of our nation and creating stability in our region. We also believe parliament should be involved in any decision to deploy troops to conflict zones.
Australian defence policy must focus on the protection of our nation and creating stability in our region. We also believe parliament should be involved in any decision to deploy troops to conflict zones. Above all, Australia needs to be self-sufficient in defence resources.
We also believe parliament should be involved in any decision to deploy troops to conflict zones. Above all, Australia needs to be self-sufficient in defence resources. Examples of what needs to be done: Defence procurement must be overhauled to acknowledge the economic and strategic benefits of local manufacture
Above all, Australia needs to be self-sufficient in defence resources. Examples of what needs to be done: Defence procurement must be overhauled to acknowledge the economic and strategic benefits of local manufacture Our defence strategy must be based first and foremost on Australia's needs
Examples of what needs to be done: Defence procurement must be overhauled to acknowledge the economic and strategic benefits of local manufacture Our defence strategy must be based first and foremost on Australia's needs Disabilities
Our defence strategy must be based first and foremost on Australia's needs Disabilities People with disabilities should be treated with dignity and respect and be able to live full and meaningful lives.
Disabilities People with disabilities should be treated with dignity and respect and be able to live full and meaningful lives. Examples of what needs to be done: The rollout of the NDIS needs to be carefully evaluated to ensure it has the maximum benefit for its clients
People with disabilities should be treated with dignity and respect and be able to live full and meaningful lives. Examples of what needs to be done: The rollout of the NDIS needs to be carefully evaluated to ensure it has the maximum benefit for its clients Respite for those families with a disabled family member needs to be given greater priority
Examples of what needs to be done: The rollout of the NDIS needs to be carefully evaluated to ensure it has the maximum benefit for its clients Respite for those families with a disabled family member needs to be given greater priority Education
Respite for those families with a disabled family member needs to be given greater priority Education Our vision is realising the full potential of education in Australia to propel all learners to be the best that they can be now and in the future so they can further their individual aims and assist in lifting Australia’s competitiveness and innovation.
Education Our vision is realising the full potential of education in Australia to propel all learners to be the best that they can be now and in the future so they can further their individual aims and assist in lifting Australia’s competitiveness and innovation. We support transforming schooling to drive a new era of development and growth across the full range of expectations for 21st Century learning.
Our vision is realising the full potential of education in Australia to propel all learners to be the best that they can be now and in the future so they can further their individual aims and assist in lifting Australia’s competitiveness and innovation. We support transforming schooling to drive a new era of development and growth across the full range of expectations for 21st Century learning. We support building upon the strengths of our schools and driving and amplifying leading edge research driven teaching in Australia.
We support transforming schooling to drive a new era of development and growth across the full range of expectations for 21st Century learning. We support building upon the strengths of our schools and driving and amplifying leading edge research driven teaching in Australia. Children should have the best start for learning through quality early childhood experiences that nurture and develop the whole child.
We support building upon the strengths of our schools and driving and amplifying leading edge research driven teaching in Australia. Children should have the best start for learning through quality early childhood experiences that nurture and develop the whole child. Examples of what needs to be done: Implement and fully fund Gonski to address the inadequate and piecemeal approach to funding for our schools.
Children should have the best start for learning through quality early childhood experiences that nurture and develop the whole child. Examples of what needs to be done: Implement and fully fund Gonski to address the inadequate and piecemeal approach to funding for our schools. Currently schools in South Australia receive less Federal Government funding than if they were in any other state or territory.
Examples of what needs to be done: Implement and fully fund Gonski to address the inadequate and piecemeal approach to funding for our schools. Currently schools in South Australia receive less Federal Government funding than if they were in any other state or territory. If this funding inequity continues, South Australian independent school students will receive on average $400 less in funding each year, increasing each year from 2017 compared to students in other states.
Currently schools in South Australia receive less Federal Government funding than if they were in any other state or territory. If this funding inequity continues, South Australian independent school students will receive on average $400 less in funding each year, increasing each year from 2017 compared to students in other states. This funding discrimination against South Australian schools and their students must be reversed as a matter of urgency.
If this funding inequity continues, South Australian independent school students will receive on average $400 less in funding each year, increasing each year from 2017 compared to students in other states. This funding discrimination against South Australian schools and their students must be reversed as a matter of urgency. •Further support for students with special learning needs including students with disability and high achievers.
This funding discrimination against South Australian schools and their students must be reversed as a matter of urgency. •Further support for students with special learning needs including students with disability and high achievers. •All Year 7 students in South Australia should receive the same amount of Federal Government funding as Year 7 students in other states.
•Further support for students with special learning needs including students with disability and high achievers. •All Year 7 students in South Australia should receive the same amount of Federal Government funding as Year 7 students in other states. Year 7 students in South Australia receive less Commonwealth Government funding per year than students in other states and territories.
•All Year 7 students in South Australia should receive the same amount of Federal Government funding as Year 7 students in other states. Year 7 students in South Australia receive less Commonwealth Government funding per year than students in other states and territories. This is because the federal government funds them at the primary school student rate even though all Year 7 students in Australia now use the Australian Curriculum.
Year 7 students in South Australia receive less Commonwealth Government funding per year than students in other states and territories. This is because the federal government funds them at the primary school student rate even though all Year 7 students in Australia now use the Australian Curriculum. •A Senate inquiry into Australia’s education system, with a particular focus on best practice in teach and learning and how this can be supported by Government funding.
This is because the federal government funds them at the primary school student rate even though all Year 7 students in Australia now use the Australian Curriculum. •A Senate inquiry into Australia’s education system, with a particular focus on best practice in teach and learning and how this can be supported by Government funding. •Tie education funding to practical educational outcomes so that students of all ages and socio-economic statuses have the best opportunity to achieve their potential and goals
•A Senate inquiry into Australia’s education system, with a particular focus on best practice in teach and learning and how this can be supported by Government funding. •Tie education funding to practical educational outcomes so that students of all ages and socio-economic statuses have the best opportunity to achieve their potential and goals •Maintain university fee regulation to ensure students from all backgrounds are able to access higher education as a way to address socioeconomic disparity
•Tie education funding to practical educational outcomes so that students of all ages and socio-economic statuses have the best opportunity to achieve their potential and goals •Maintain university fee regulation to ensure students from all backgrounds are able to access higher education as a way to address socioeconomic disparity •Place greater emphasis on trade, work-ready and entrepreneurial courses from years 10+
•Maintain university fee regulation to ensure students from all backgrounds are able to access higher education as a way to address socioeconomic disparity •Place greater emphasis on trade, work-ready and entrepreneurial courses from years 10+ Employment & Workplace Relations
•Place greater emphasis on trade, work-ready and entrepreneurial courses from years 10+ Employment & Workplace Relations High levels of workplace participation and productivity are the key to achieving a strong and prosperous economy, particularly in the small business sector.
Employment & Workplace Relations High levels of workplace participation and productivity are the key to achieving a strong and prosperous economy, particularly in the small business sector. This needs to be set in a framework of mutual fairness.
High levels of workplace participation and productivity are the key to achieving a strong and prosperous economy, particularly in the small business sector. This needs to be set in a framework of mutual fairness. Examples of what needs to be done: Reviews of the employment and workplace relations system should be ongoing to ensure our standard of living is maintained and small business – the engine-room of jobs growth – prospers
This needs to be set in a framework of mutual fairness. Examples of what needs to be done: Reviews of the employment and workplace relations system should be ongoing to ensure our standard of living is maintained and small business – the engine-room of jobs growth – prospers Acknowledge and respect the role of responsible unions in the workplace to give a voice to workers who otherwise would face an un-level playing field
Examples of what needs to be done: Reviews of the employment and workplace relations system should be ongoing to ensure our standard of living is maintained and small business – the engine-room of jobs growth – prospers Acknowledge and respect the role of responsible unions in the workplace to give a voice to workers who otherwise would face an un-level playing field Environment
Acknowledge and respect the role of responsible unions in the workplace to give a voice to workers who otherwise would face an un-level playing field Environment Clean air, clean water and preserving our iconic natural resources are fundamental to guiding what we do for our environment – not just for us, but for Australia’s future generations.
Environment Clean air, clean water and preserving our iconic natural resources are fundamental to guiding what we do for our environment – not just for us, but for Australia’s future generations. Examples of what needs to be done: Call on state governments to identify and preserve our best agricultural land as an investment in our future
Clean air, clean water and preserving our iconic natural resources are fundamental to guiding what we do for our environment – not just for us, but for Australia’s future generations. Examples of what needs to be done: Call on state governments to identify and preserve our best agricultural land as an investment in our future Review the applicability of California’s vehicle emissions standards to Australia
Examples of what needs to be done: Call on state governments to identify and preserve our best agricultural land as an investment in our future Review the applicability of California’s vehicle emissions standards to Australia Protect groundwater (aquifers, including the Great Artesian Basin) from any adverse impacts of mining and coal seam gas exploration
Review the applicability of California’s vehicle emissions standards to Australia Protect groundwater (aquifers, including the Great Artesian Basin) from any adverse impacts of mining and coal seam gas exploration Have an efficient emissions trading scheme based on the Frontier Economics scheme
Protect groundwater (aquifers, including the Great Artesian Basin) from any adverse impacts of mining and coal seam gas exploration Have an efficient emissions trading scheme based on the Frontier Economics scheme Have federal legislation to protect key environmental assets, rather than being dealt with on a state by state basis
Have an efficient emissions trading scheme based on the Frontier Economics scheme Have federal legislation to protect key environmental assets, rather than being dealt with on a state by state basis Maintain the right of environmental and community groups to pursue legal action under environmental legislation
Have federal legislation to protect key environmental assets, rather than being dealt with on a state by state basis Maintain the right of environmental and community groups to pursue legal action under environmental legislation Family Violence
Maintain the right of environmental and community groups to pursue legal action under environmental legislation Family Violence Australian families should be free from incidents of violence.
Family Violence Australian families should be free from incidents of violence. Police and family violence services must properly protect and support survivors.
Australian families should be free from incidents of violence. Police and family violence services must properly protect and support survivors. Examples of what needs to be done: The creation of a federal body which investigates the circumstances surrounding every fatal family violence incident, with a particular focus on systemic failures in the lead-up to each incident.
Police and family violence services must properly protect and support survivors. Examples of what needs to be done: The creation of a federal body which investigates the circumstances surrounding every fatal family violence incident, with a particular focus on systemic failures in the lead-up to each incident. Currently police forces rarely undertake this level of investigation, which allows flawed systems to remain in place.
Examples of what needs to be done: The creation of a federal body which investigates the circumstances surrounding every fatal family violence incident, with a particular focus on systemic failures in the lead-up to each incident. Currently police forces rarely undertake this level of investigation, which allows flawed systems to remain in place. Often law enforcement agencies have missed opportunities to intervene before a fatal incident occurs.
Currently police forces rarely undertake this level of investigation, which allows flawed systems to remain in place. Often law enforcement agencies have missed opportunities to intervene before a fatal incident occurs. •Advocate for uniform laws relating to family violence across all state and territory jurisdictions, to ensure equal protection regardless of where someone lives
Often law enforcement agencies have missed opportunities to intervene before a fatal incident occurs. •Advocate for uniform laws relating to family violence across all state and territory jurisdictions, to ensure equal protection regardless of where someone lives •Create and fund an evidence-based national awareness campaign with a particular focus on the cultural environment which contributes to family violence
•Advocate for uniform laws relating to family violence across all state and territory jurisdictions, to ensure equal protection regardless of where someone lives •Create and fund an evidence-based national awareness campaign with a particular focus on the cultural environment which contributes to family violence •Provide adequate funding for a coordinated approach to family and intimate partner violence including safe houses, counselling, case management and legal support to ensure survivors have a voice and can enforce their rights
•Create and fund an evidence-based national awareness campaign with a particular focus on the cultural environment which contributes to family violence •Provide adequate funding for a coordinated approach to family and intimate partner violence including safe houses, counselling, case management and legal support to ensure survivors have a voice and can enforce their rights •Rehabilitation of perpetrators to help reduce the ongoing harm caused by repeat offenders and in turn the damaging intergenerational cycle of this particular type of crime
•Provide adequate funding for a coordinated approach to family and intimate partner violence including safe houses, counselling, case management and legal support to ensure survivors have a voice and can enforce their rights •Rehabilitation of perpetrators to help reduce the ongoing harm caused by repeat offenders and in turn the damaging intergenerational cycle of this particular type of crime •Creation and funding of a national education program in schools focussing on respect and safety in family and other interpersonal relationships
•Rehabilitation of perpetrators to help reduce the ongoing harm caused by repeat offenders and in turn the damaging intergenerational cycle of this particular type of crime •Creation and funding of a national education program in schools focussing on respect and safety in family and other interpersonal relationships Food Security
•Creation and funding of a national education program in schools focussing on respect and safety in family and other interpersonal relationships Food Security Australia needs a comprehensive strategic approach to protect, invest and grow our own food production resources.
Food Security Australia needs a comprehensive strategic approach to protect, invest and grow our own food production resources. It is an integral part of our national security.
Australia needs a comprehensive strategic approach to protect, invest and grow our own food production resources. It is an integral part of our national security. Examples of what needs to be done: Change competition laws to allow for the break up of companies that abuse their market power in their dealings with farmers
It is an integral part of our national security. Examples of what needs to be done: Change competition laws to allow for the break up of companies that abuse their market power in their dealings with farmers Establish a rural development bank that will make it easier for farmers to access finance.
Examples of what needs to be done: Change competition laws to allow for the break up of companies that abuse their market power in their dealings with farmers Establish a rural development bank that will make it easier for farmers to access finance. Create incentives to invest in agriculture, including for our super funds
Establish a rural development bank that will make it easier for farmers to access finance. Create incentives to invest in agriculture, including for our super funds Overhaul and implement truthful food labelling laws.
Create incentives to invest in agriculture, including for our super funds Overhaul and implement truthful food labelling laws. Our current laws that allow imported produce to be passed off as Australian are costing our farmers jobs
Overhaul and implement truthful food labelling laws. Our current laws that allow imported produce to be passed off as Australian are costing our farmers jobs Scrap the punitive AQIS charges on small exporters that destroy incentives to export
Our current laws that allow imported produce to be passed off as Australian are costing our farmers jobs Scrap the punitive AQIS charges on small exporters that destroy incentives to export Foreign Aid
Scrap the punitive AQIS charges on small exporters that destroy incentives to export Foreign Aid Foreign aid helps people in developing countries escape extreme poverty, improve health outcomes and helps increase regional stability.
Foreign Aid Foreign aid helps people in developing countries escape extreme poverty, improve health outcomes and helps increase regional stability. Through the provision of foreign aid, Australia is able to meet its obligations as a responsible global citizen and also benefits from a heightened level of prosperity and stability in the region
Foreign aid helps people in developing countries escape extreme poverty, improve health outcomes and helps increase regional stability. Through the provision of foreign aid, Australia is able to meet its obligations as a responsible global citizen and also benefits from a heightened level of prosperity and stability in the region Examples of what needs to be done: Restore the $7.6b of aid funding cut by the Australian government in the 2014 budget
Through the provision of foreign aid, Australia is able to meet its obligations as a responsible global citizen and also benefits from a heightened level of prosperity and stability in the region Examples of what needs to be done: Restore the $7.6b of aid funding cut by the Australian government in the 2014 budget Work towards a foreign aid budget that represents 0.7% of Gross National Income, in line with Australia's commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development goals
Examples of what needs to be done: Restore the $7.6b of aid funding cut by the Australian government in the 2014 budget Work towards a foreign aid budget that represents 0.7% of Gross National Income, in line with Australia's commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development goals Foreign Investment
Work towards a foreign aid budget that represents 0.7% of Gross National Income, in line with Australia's commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development goals Foreign Investment Australia needs a strategic approach to foreign investment, rather than the inconsistent approach we have now.
Foreign Investment Australia needs a strategic approach to foreign investment, rather than the inconsistent approach we have now. Foreign investment would be much lower if there were greater incentives for Australians to invest in their own country.
Australia needs a strategic approach to foreign investment, rather than the inconsistent approach we have now. Foreign investment would be much lower if there were greater incentives for Australians to invest in their own country. Examples of what needs to be done: Adapt New Zealand’s foreign investment laws which clearly set out a definition of the national interest and have lower thresholds for foreign investment approval
Foreign investment would be much lower if there were greater incentives for Australians to invest in their own country. Examples of what needs to be done: Adapt New Zealand’s foreign investment laws which clearly set out a definition of the national interest and have lower thresholds for foreign investment approval Lower the existing Foreign Investment Review Board threshold ($252m) so that all proposed overseas transactions greater than $5m are subject to greater scrutiny
Examples of what needs to be done: Adapt New Zealand’s foreign investment laws which clearly set out a definition of the national interest and have lower thresholds for foreign investment approval Lower the existing Foreign Investment Review Board threshold ($252m) so that all proposed overseas transactions greater than $5m are subject to greater scrutiny Have a foreign investment register of key assets in order to promote greater transparency
Lower the existing Foreign Investment Review Board threshold ($252m) so that all proposed overseas transactions greater than $5m are subject to greater scrutiny Have a foreign investment register of key assets in order to promote greater transparency Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO)
Have a foreign investment register of key assets in order to promote greater transparency Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) Farmers and consumers should have the right to say no to GMOs.
Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) Farmers and consumers should have the right to say no to GMOs. Government has a role to play in supporting continued research into the long-term unknown effects of GMOs on both human and plant health.
Farmers and consumers should have the right to say no to GMOs. Government has a role to play in supporting continued research into the long-term unknown effects of GMOs on both human and plant health. Examples of what needs to be done: Ensure all GMO products are correctly labelled so consumers can make informed decisions
Government has a role to play in supporting continued research into the long-term unknown effects of GMOs on both human and plant health. Examples of what needs to be done: Ensure all GMO products are correctly labelled so consumers can make informed decisions Protect farmers who want their crops to remain GMO free by imposing stricter regulations and legal liability on those responsible for contamination
Examples of what needs to be done: Ensure all GMO products are correctly labelled so consumers can make informed decisions Protect farmers who want their crops to remain GMO free by imposing stricter regulations and legal liability on those responsible for contamination Fund independent research on the long-term health and environmental effects of GMOs
Protect farmers who want their crops to remain GMO free by imposing stricter regulations and legal liability on those responsible for contamination Fund independent research on the long-term health and environmental effects of GMOs Government Accountability
Fund independent research on the long-term health and environmental effects of GMOs Government Accountability Politicians must be open and up front with the Australian people.
Government Accountability Politicians must be open and up front with the Australian people. Government's primary role is to provide public infrastructure
Politicians must be open and up front with the Australian people. Government's primary role is to provide public infrastructure and services
Government's primary role is to provide public infrastructure and services and to drive both national economic growth and personal growth.
and services and to drive both national economic growth and personal growth. The public have the right to expect that governments will deliver services efficiently and fairly without unnecessary waste and duplication.
and to drive both national economic growth and personal growth. The public have the right to expect that governments will deliver services efficiently and fairly without unnecessary waste and duplication. Australians who speak out against corrupt practices deserve to be protected.
The public have the right to expect that governments will deliver services efficiently and fairly without unnecessary waste and duplication. Australians who speak out against corrupt practices deserve to be protected. Examples of what needs to be done: Establish a national anti-corruption commission
Australians who speak out against corrupt practices deserve to be protected. Examples of what needs to be done: Establish a national anti-corruption commission Ensure politician entitlements and claims are reported in a timely and transparent way
Examples of what needs to be done: Establish a national anti-corruption commission Ensure politician entitlements and claims are reported in a timely and transparent way Put in place whistleblower legislation that protects the informant and compensates them for any loss of income due to their actions
Ensure politician entitlements and claims are reported in a timely and transparent way Put in place whistleblower legislation that protects the informant and compensates them for any loss of income due to their actions Government services (federal, state, local) must be delivered quickly and efficiently and be fully accountable to the public
Put in place whistleblower legislation that protects the informant and compensates them for any loss of income due to their actions Government services (federal, state, local) must be delivered quickly and efficiently and be fully accountable to the public Review duplicated services at a federal, state and local government level and determine the most appropriate entity to deliver these services
Government services (federal, state, local) must be delivered quickly and efficiently and be fully accountable to the public Review duplicated services at a federal, state and local government level and determine the most appropriate entity to deliver these services Health Care
Review duplicated services at a federal, state and local government level and determine the most appropriate entity to deliver these services Health Care High quality, easily accessible health care is a fundamental right for all Australians.
Health Care High quality, easily accessible health care is a fundamental right for all Australians. With an ageing population and rising health costs that outstrip the CPI, there needs to be a new approach that focuses on preventative health care.
High quality, easily accessible health care is a fundamental right for all Australians. With an ageing population and rising health costs that outstrip the CPI, there needs to be a new approach that focuses on preventative health care. Examples of what needs to be done: Government resources should be directed to maximising patient outcomes that involve enhancing local care and existing GP clinics
With an ageing population and rising health costs that outstrip the CPI, there needs to be a new approach that focuses on preventative health care. Examples of what needs to be done: Government resources should be directed to maximising patient outcomes that involve enhancing local care and existing GP clinics Preventative health care must be an absolute government priority, with targeted funding to reduce chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and osteoporosis.
Examples of what needs to be done: Government resources should be directed to maximising patient outcomes that involve enhancing local care and existing GP clinics Preventative health care must be an absolute government priority, with targeted funding to reduce chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and osteoporosis. This should include comprehensive and effective public education campaigns
Preventative health care must be an absolute government priority, with targeted funding to reduce chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and osteoporosis. This should include comprehensive and effective public education campaigns Telemedicine should be expanded for regional communities to improve access to specialist medical care
This should include comprehensive and effective public education campaigns Telemedicine should be expanded for regional communities to improve access to specialist medical care Address medical practices which pursue quantity over quality
Telemedicine should be expanded for regional communities to improve access to specialist medical care Address medical practices which pursue quantity over quality The 30% private health insurance rebate should be reinstated to ensure greater participation and affordability.
Address medical practices which pursue quantity over quality The 30% private health insurance rebate should be reinstated to ensure greater participation and affordability. This in turn takes pressure off the public hospital system
The 30% private health insurance rebate should be reinstated to ensure greater participation and affordability. This in turn takes pressure off the public hospital system The Australian health care system should be subject to rigorous evidence based assessment to identify and eliminate waste and maximise efficiency
This in turn takes pressure off the public hospital system The Australian health care system should be subject to rigorous evidence based assessment to identify and eliminate waste and maximise efficiency Housing Affordability
The Australian health care system should be subject to rigorous evidence based assessment to identify and eliminate waste and maximise efficiency Housing Affordability A combination of local, state and federal government taxes and red tape have made housing less affordable, particularly for those trying to enter the housing market for the first time.
Housing Affordability A combination of local, state and federal government taxes and red tape have made housing less affordable, particularly for those trying to enter the housing market for the first time. This needs to be tackled head on.
A combination of local, state and federal government taxes and red tape have made housing less affordable, particularly for those trying to enter the housing market for the first time. This needs to be tackled head on. Examples of what needs to be done: Form a housing affordability taskforce charged with delivering practical solutions to encourage greater home ownership.
This needs to be tackled head on. Examples of what needs to be done: Form a housing affordability taskforce charged with delivering practical solutions to encourage greater home ownership. The aim of this taskforce is to examine relevant housing affordability levers and recommend measures to reduce tape and taxes and highlight innovative and cost-effective building and housing concepts.
Examples of what needs to be done: Form a housing affordability taskforce charged with delivering practical solutions to encourage greater home ownership. The aim of this taskforce is to examine relevant housing affordability levers and recommend measures to reduce tape and taxes and highlight innovative and cost-effective building and housing concepts. Ensure Australian residents are not priced out of the housing market by foreign investors
The aim of this taskforce is to examine relevant housing affordability levers and recommend measures to reduce tape and taxes and highlight innovative and cost-effective building and housing concepts. Ensure Australian residents are not priced out of the housing market by foreign investors Modify negative gearing to encourage the creation of new affordable housing stock
Ensure Australian residents are not priced out of the housing market by foreign investors Modify negative gearing to encourage the creation of new affordable housing stock Immigration
Modify negative gearing to encourage the creation of new affordable housing stock Immigration Immigrants have played a critical role in building Australia.
Immigration Immigrants have played a critical role in building Australia. We should continue to encourage safe and orderly immigration to Australia, in particular amongst younger skilled families and investors who will help drive economic growth.
Immigrants have played a critical role in building Australia. We should continue to encourage safe and orderly immigration to Australia, in particular amongst younger skilled families and investors who will help drive economic growth. Examples of what needs to be done: A special category of visa should be created to encourage investors to settle in areas of low population and economic growth.
We should continue to encourage safe and orderly immigration to Australia, in particular amongst younger skilled families and investors who will help drive economic growth. Examples of what needs to be done: A special category of visa should be created to encourage investors to settle in areas of low population and economic growth. Innovation, Technology, R&D
Examples of what needs to be done: A special category of visa should be created to encourage investors to settle in areas of low population and economic growth. Innovation, Technology, R&D Government must facilitate and bring together world class research and development, innovative thinkers, venture capital and a highly skilled, creative and diverse work force.
Innovation, Technology, R&D Government must facilitate and bring together world class research and development, innovative thinkers, venture capital and a highly skilled, creative and diverse work force. This strong platform will revitalise Australia’s economic outlook by strategically growing the innovation and technology sectors.
Government must facilitate and bring together world class research and development, innovative thinkers, venture capital and a highly skilled, creative and diverse work force. This strong platform will revitalise Australia’s economic outlook by strategically growing the innovation and technology sectors. Examples of what needs to be done: Encourage universities, government agencies and companies to undertake research and development by increasing funding to align with other world leading countries
This strong platform will revitalise Australia’s economic outlook by strategically growing the innovation and technology sectors. Examples of what needs to be done: Encourage universities, government agencies and companies to undertake research and development by increasing funding to align with other world leading countries •Improve funding strategies to target specific research goals, increase focus on commercialisation and enable longer term research projects
Examples of what needs to be done: Encourage universities, government agencies and companies to undertake research and development by increasing funding to align with other world leading countries •Improve funding strategies to target specific research goals, increase focus on commercialisation and enable longer term research projects •Encourage entrepreneurship by legalising equity funding platforms and co-investing with venture capitalists to drive local development of innovative Australian ideas and keep talented Australians onshore
•Improve funding strategies to target specific research goals, increase focus on commercialisation and enable longer term research projects •Encourage entrepreneurship by legalising equity funding platforms and co-investing with venture capitalists to drive local development of innovative Australian ideas and keep talented Australians onshore •Create a ministerial-level position with responsibility for leading a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship throughout all government agencies, research institutions and the private sector
•Encourage entrepreneurship by legalising equity funding platforms and co-investing with venture capitalists to drive local development of innovative Australian ideas and keep talented Australians onshore •Create a ministerial-level position with responsibility for leading a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship throughout all government agencies, research institutions and the private sector Live Animal Exports
•Create a ministerial-level position with responsibility for leading a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship throughout all government agencies, research institutions and the private sector Live Animal Exports It is important that strict controls are placed on live animal exports to ensure animals are treated in accordance with Australian animal welfare standards.
Live Animal Exports It is important that strict controls are placed on live animal exports to ensure animals are treated in accordance with Australian animal welfare standards. However, our preference is to have Australian processing and the exporting of chilled meat.
It is important that strict controls are placed on live animal exports to ensure animals are treated in accordance with Australian animal welfare standards. However, our preference is to have Australian processing and the exporting of chilled meat. Marriage Equality
However, our preference is to have Australian processing and the exporting of chilled meat. Marriage Equality Marriage is a formalised commitment that should be available to all people who wish it, irrespective of their gender.
Marriage Equality Marriage is a formalised commitment that should be available to all people who wish it, irrespective of their gender. Examples of what needs to be done:  Remove all discrimination from the Marriage Act to ensure that all people, regardless of their sex or gender identity, have the opportunity to marry
Marriage is a formalised commitment that should be available to all people who wish it, irrespective of their gender. Examples of what needs to be done:  Remove all discrimination from the Marriage Act to ensure that all people, regardless of their sex or gender identity, have the opportunity to marry •Churches and religious bodies should retain the right to decide for themselves whether to perform or recognise any marriage
Examples of what needs to be done:  Remove all discrimination from the Marriage Act to ensure that all people, regardless of their sex or gender identity, have the opportunity to marry •Churches and religious bodies should retain the right to decide for themselves whether to perform or recognise any marriage Mental Health
•Churches and religious bodies should retain the right to decide for themselves whether to perform or recognise any marriage Mental Health Mental health is a significant issue affecting millions of Australians.
Mental Health Mental health is a significant issue affecting millions of Australians. Early intervention can reduce the impact of mental illness in the community and help people receive appropriate treatment and support to recover.
Mental health is a significant issue affecting millions of Australians. Early intervention can reduce the impact of mental illness in the community and help people receive appropriate treatment and support to recover. Government must prioritise mental health.
Early intervention can reduce the impact of mental illness in the community and help people receive appropriate treatment and support to recover. Government must prioritise mental health. Examples of what needs to be done: Government must increase funding for preventative mental health measures and services that provide individual and family support within the community
Government must prioritise mental health. Examples of what needs to be done: Government must increase funding for preventative mental health measures and services that provide individual and family support within the community •Substance abuse, including alcohol, needs to be considered as part of a wider approach
Examples of what needs to be done: Government must increase funding for preventative mental health measures and services that provide individual and family support within the community •Substance abuse, including alcohol, needs to be considered as part of a wider approach Overseas Students
•Substance abuse, including alcohol, needs to be considered as part of a wider approach Overseas Students Overseas students play an important part in Australia’s economy.
Overseas Students Overseas students play an important part in Australia’s economy. We need to focus on providing competitive world-class educational resources
Overseas students play an important part in Australia’s economy. We need to focus on providing competitive world-class educational resources and encourage students to utilise theirs skills in Australia.
We need to focus on providing competitive world-class educational resources and encourage students to utilise theirs skills in Australia. Examples of what needs to be done: Both state and federal governments need to work with higher education providers to support them in offering high quality, flexible services that support industry needs
and encourage students to utilise theirs skills in Australia. Examples of what needs to be done: Both state and federal governments need to work with higher education providers to support them in offering high quality, flexible services that support industry needs •Overseas students should be offered the opportunity to stay an extra 12 months in low population growth areas after completion of their studies and encouraged to apply for residency if they have needed skills or the ability to invest in our country
Examples of what needs to be done: Both state and federal governments need to work with higher education providers to support them in offering high quality, flexible services that support industry needs •Overseas students should be offered the opportunity to stay an extra 12 months in low population growth areas after completion of their studies and encouraged to apply for residency if they have needed skills or the ability to invest in our country Penalty Rates
•Overseas students should be offered the opportunity to stay an extra 12 months in low population growth areas after completion of their studies and encouraged to apply for residency if they have needed skills or the ability to invest in our country Penalty Rates Penalty rates are an integral part of the industrial relations system and any variance to rates and conditions must be dealt with by the appropriate workplace relations tribunal (currently Fair Work Commission).
Penalty Rates Penalty rates are an integral part of the industrial relations system and any variance to rates and conditions must be dealt with by the appropriate workplace relations tribunal (currently Fair Work Commission). The unique challenges of small business should always be considered.
Penalty rates are an integral part of the industrial relations system and any variance to rates and conditions must be dealt with by the appropriate workplace relations tribunal (currently Fair Work Commission). The unique challenges of small business should always be considered. •Examples of what needs to be done: Fair Work Commission should remain the independent umpire
The unique challenges of small business should always be considered. •Examples of what needs to be done: Fair Work Commission should remain the independent umpire •Small business*
•Examples of what needs to be done: Fair Work Commission should remain the independent umpire •Small business* and the potential for increased youth employment should always be considered in any determination of weekend penalty rates.
•Small business* and the potential for increased youth employment should always be considered in any determination of weekend penalty rates. See Frequently Asked Questions.
and the potential for increased youth employment should always be considered in any determination of weekend penalty rates. See Frequently Asked Questions. * ABS defines small business as less than 20 employees. Fairwork Australia defines small business as less than 15 employees.
See Frequently Asked Questions. * ABS defines small business as less than 20 employees. Fairwork Australia defines small business as less than 15 employees. Population
* ABS defines small business as less than 20 employees. Fairwork Australia defines small business as less than 15 employees. Population People should be encouraged to move to areas where there is low population growth.
Population People should be encouraged to move to areas where there is low population growth. A more even distribution of the population would allow regional areas to flourish and allow metropolitan cities to grow sustainably
People should be encouraged to move to areas where there is low population growth. A more even distribution of the population would allow regional areas to flourish and allow metropolitan cities to grow sustainably Examples of what needs to be done: Businesses and individuals who commit to moving to low population areas could be provided with tax breaks for the first two years to help them become established
A more even distribution of the population would allow regional areas to flourish and allow metropolitan cities to grow sustainably Examples of what needs to be done: Businesses and individuals who commit to moving to low population areas could be provided with tax breaks for the first two years to help them become established •Actively seek skilled and business migrants and in particular those who have the means to set up and operate businesses in low population areas via a special category of investor category of visa
Examples of what needs to be done: Businesses and individuals who commit to moving to low population areas could be provided with tax breaks for the first two years to help them become established •Actively seek skilled and business migrants and in particular those who have the means to set up and operate businesses in low population areas via a special category of investor category of visa Predatory Gambling
•Actively seek skilled and business migrants and in particular those who have the means to set up and operate businesses in low population areas via a special category of investor category of visa Predatory Gambling Targeted gambling reform is required. We have the world’s highest per capita gambling losses and level of problem gambling.
Predatory Gambling Targeted gambling reform is required. We have the world’s highest per capita gambling losses and level of problem gambling. Our governments are totally out-of-touch with the overwhelming community desire to rein in the damage caused.
Targeted gambling reform is required. We have the world’s highest per capita gambling losses and level of problem gambling. Our governments are totally out-of-touch with the overwhelming community desire to rein in the damage caused. Examples of what needs to be done: With pokies being the biggest cause of problem gambling, the immediate implementation of the Productivity Commission’s recommendation for $1 maximum bets per spin and $120 in hourly losses (compared to $10 per spin and $1200 an hour) is required
Our governments are totally out-of-touch with the overwhelming community desire to rein in the damage caused. Examples of what needs to be done: With pokies being the biggest cause of problem gambling, the immediate implementation of the Productivity Commission’s recommendation for $1 maximum bets per spin and $120 in hourly losses (compared to $10 per spin and $1200 an hour) is required •Challenge the major parties to conduct a referendum on implementing $1 maximum bet reforms.
Examples of what needs to be done: With pokies being the biggest cause of problem gambling, the immediate implementation of the Productivity Commission’s recommendation for $1 maximum bets per spin and $120 in hourly losses (compared to $10 per spin and $1200 an hour) is required •Challenge the major parties to conduct a referendum on implementing $1 maximum bet reforms. •Ensure the Productivity Commission regularly updates its gambling research
•Challenge the major parties to conduct a referendum on implementing $1 maximum bet reforms. •Ensure the Productivity Commission regularly updates its gambling research •End micro-betting on sports events, which can lead to corruption and match fixing in sports
•Ensure the Productivity Commission regularly updates its gambling research •End micro-betting on sports events, which can lead to corruption and match fixing in sports •Remove ATMs from venues with poker machines
•End micro-betting on sports events, which can lead to corruption and match fixing in sports •Remove ATMs from venues with poker machines •Overhaul outdated online gambling laws, to take into account the impact of emerging technologies
•Remove ATMs from venues with poker machines •Overhaul outdated online gambling laws, to take into account the impact of emerging technologies •End sports betting ads during games
•Overhaul outdated online gambling laws, to take into account the impact of emerging technologies •End sports betting ads during games •The Commonwealth needs to develop an approach to wean state governments off their $5billion a year of gambling taxes
•End sports betting ads during games •The Commonwealth needs to develop an approach to wean state governments off their $5billion a year of gambling taxes Privacy Protection
•The Commonwealth needs to develop an approach to wean state governments off their $5billion a year of gambling taxes Privacy Protection Ordinary Australians' privacy needs to be safeguarded against potential abuse from businesses and governments.
Privacy Protection Ordinary Australians' privacy needs to be safeguarded against potential abuse from businesses and governments. Examples of what needs to be done: Amend the Privacy Act to prohibit betting agencies from engaging in direct marketing to prospective customers
Ordinary Australians' privacy needs to be safeguarded against potential abuse from businesses and governments. Examples of what needs to be done: Amend the Privacy Act to prohibit betting agencies from engaging in direct marketing to prospective customers •Amend the Privacy Act to ensure that all Australians must provide informed, written consent before their personal information can be disclosed to third party and overseas entities (e.g. banks and telcos outsourcing to overseas data and call centres)
Examples of what needs to be done: Amend the Privacy Act to prohibit betting agencies from engaging in direct marketing to prospective customers •Amend the Privacy Act to ensure that all Australians must provide informed, written consent before their personal information can be disclosed to third party and overseas entities (e.g. banks and telcos outsourcing to overseas data and call centres) •Ensure metadata collection only occurs following the issuing of a warrant by an Australian court that deems the collection to be necessary to prevent or investigate serious crime or terrorist activity
•Amend the Privacy Act to ensure that all Australians must provide informed, written consent before their personal information can be disclosed to third party and overseas entities (e.g. banks and telcos outsourcing to overseas data and call centres) •Ensure metadata collection only occurs following the issuing of a warrant by an Australian court that deems the collection to be necessary to prevent or investigate serious crime or terrorist activity Regional Australia
•Ensure metadata collection only occurs following the issuing of a warrant by an Australian court that deems the collection to be necessary to prevent or investigate serious crime or terrorist activity Regional Australia Regional centres around Australia present a prime opportunity for both investment in development and economic growth.
Regional Australia Regional centres around Australia present a prime opportunity for both investment in development and economic growth. Examples of what needs to be done: Encourage industry and educational institutions to invest in regional Australia via incentives, helping to boost both the economy and increase education pathways
Regional centres around Australia present a prime opportunity for both investment in development and economic growth. Examples of what needs to be done: Encourage industry and educational institutions to invest in regional Australia via incentives, helping to boost both the economy and increase education pathways •Encourage immigrant arrivals to settle in rural and regional Australia first
Examples of what needs to be done: Encourage industry and educational institutions to invest in regional Australia via incentives, helping to boost both the economy and increase education pathways •Encourage immigrant arrivals to settle in rural and regional Australia first •Encourage tourism and the arts to refocus on the regions
•Encourage immigrant arrivals to settle in rural and regional Australia first •Encourage tourism and the arts to refocus on the regions •Economic incentives for families living in regions
•Encourage tourism and the arts to refocus on the regions •Economic incentives for families living in regions •Call upon government to revisit the recommendations proposed in 2013 House of Representatives report into ‘Fly in, Fly out’ workforce practices in regional Australia
•Economic incentives for families living in regions •Call upon government to revisit the recommendations proposed in 2013 House of Representatives report into ‘Fly in, Fly out’ workforce practices in regional Australia •Greater incentives for renewable energy in regional areas to boost manufacturing
•Call upon government to revisit the recommendations proposed in 2013 House of Representatives report into ‘Fly in, Fly out’ workforce practices in regional Australia •Greater incentives for renewable energy in regional areas to boost manufacturing Refugees/Asylum Seekers
•Greater incentives for renewable energy in regional areas to boost manufacturing Refugees/Asylum Seekers Genuine asylum seekers must be treated with dignity and compassion.
Refugees/Asylum Seekers Genuine asylum seekers must be treated with dignity and compassion. The bipartisan support for off-shore processing, in order to discourage dangerous boat journeys to Australia, should be matched with an increase in the humanitarian intake to at least 27,000 places per year.
Genuine asylum seekers must be treated with dignity and compassion. The bipartisan support for off-shore processing, in order to discourage dangerous boat journeys to Australia, should be matched with an increase in the humanitarian intake to at least 27,000 places per year. However, priority should be given to timely (preferably within 12 months) resettlement to appropriate countries, working together with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
The bipartisan support for off-shore processing, in order to discourage dangerous boat journeys to Australia, should be matched with an increase in the humanitarian intake to at least 27,000 places per year. However, priority should be given to timely (preferably within 12 months) resettlement to appropriate countries, working together with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Above all, Australia must play a key role for an orderly regional solution to this crisis.
However, priority should be given to timely (preferably within 12 months) resettlement to appropriate countries, working together with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Above all, Australia must play a key role for an orderly regional solution to this crisis. Examples of what needs to be done: Depending on the outcome of the assessment, individuals must either be returned to their country of origin where safe and practical to do so, or settled in another country with the co-operation of the UNHCR.
Above all, Australia must play a key role for an orderly regional solution to this crisis. Examples of what needs to be done: Depending on the outcome of the assessment, individuals must either be returned to their country of origin where safe and practical to do so, or settled in another country with the co-operation of the UNHCR. •Government must ensure the safety and security of refugees in offshore processing centres, including timely health and mental health care.
Examples of what needs to be done: Depending on the outcome of the assessment, individuals must either be returned to their country of origin where safe and practical to do so, or settled in another country with the co-operation of the UNHCR. •Government must ensure the safety and security of refugees in offshore processing centres, including timely health and mental health care. •International agencies such as the UNHCR, Red Cross and media organisations should have access to any detention centres.
•Government must ensure the safety and security of refugees in offshore processing centres, including timely health and mental health care. •International agencies such as the UNHCR, Red Cross and media organisations should have access to any detention centres. •Whistleblowers must be protected for speaking out.
•International agencies such as the UNHCR, Red Cross and media organisations should have access to any detention centres. •Whistleblowers must be protected for speaking out. Religious Freedom
•Whistleblowers must be protected for speaking out. Religious Freedom People of religious faith should be able to practice their religion without persecution.
Religious Freedom People of religious faith should be able to practice their religion without persecution. This important right carries with it the mutual obligation to respect other faith-based beliefs (and those who do not believe) and not incite violence or discriminatory behaviour, or harass or use coercion tactics.
People of religious faith should be able to practice their religion without persecution. This important right carries with it the mutual obligation to respect other faith-based beliefs (and those who do not believe) and not incite violence or discriminatory behaviour, or harass or use coercion tactics. What needs to be done: We should look at implementing French laws giving protection to the vulnerable for psychological coercion
This important right carries with it the mutual obligation to respect other faith-based beliefs (and those who do not believe) and not incite violence or discriminatory behaviour, or harass or use coercion tactics. What needs to be done: We should look at implementing French laws giving protection to the vulnerable for psychological coercion •There needs to be ongoing multi-faith dialogue to encourage tolerance and respect for the beliefs of others
What needs to be done: We should look at implementing French laws giving protection to the vulnerable for psychological coercion •There needs to be ongoing multi-faith dialogue to encourage tolerance and respect for the beliefs of others Small Business
•There needs to be ongoing multi-faith dialogue to encourage tolerance and respect for the beliefs of others Small Business As Australia's largest employing sector, small business makes a significant contribution to Australia’s economy.
Small Business As Australia's largest employing sector, small business makes a significant contribution to Australia’s economy. All Australians should be encouraged to develop their own niche and/or nurture and grow their own enterprises.
As Australia's largest employing sector, small business makes a significant contribution to Australia’s economy. All Australians should be encouraged to develop their own niche and/or nurture and grow their own enterprises. Government must play an integral role in fostering small business growth and in doing so reduce bureaucratic obstacles.
All Australians should be encouraged to develop their own niche and/or nurture and grow their own enterprises. Government must play an integral role in fostering small business growth and in doing so reduce bureaucratic obstacles. Examples of what needs to be done: Targeted tax breaks for the first two years of operation
Government must play an integral role in fostering small business growth and in doing so reduce bureaucratic obstacles. Examples of what needs to be done: Targeted tax breaks for the first two years of operation •Payroll tax exemption for businesses with up to 15 full-time equivalent employees
Examples of what needs to be done: Targeted tax breaks for the first two years of operation •Payroll tax exemption for businesses with up to 15 full-time equivalent employees •Streamline access to and processing of Government services for small business
•Payroll tax exemption for businesses with up to 15 full-time equivalent employees •Streamline access to and processing of Government services for small business Subcontractors
•Streamline access to and processing of Government services for small business Subcontractors Over the past 10 years the building and construction industry has contributed approximately 10 percent of Australia’s GDP and accounts for nearly the same proportion of employment.
Subcontractors Over the past 10 years the building and construction industry has contributed approximately 10 percent of Australia’s GDP and accounts for nearly the same proportion of employment. However, over the same period the construction industry has experienced nearly one quarter of all insolvencies in Australia.
Over the past 10 years the building and construction industry has contributed approximately 10 percent of Australia’s GDP and accounts for nearly the same proportion of employment. However, over the same period the construction industry has experienced nearly one quarter of all insolvencies in Australia. There is a culture of non-payment of subcontractors in the construction industry, as well as serious allegations that phoenixing activity has become an acceptable way to make a profit.
However, over the same period the construction industry has experienced nearly one quarter of all insolvencies in Australia. There is a culture of non-payment of subcontractors in the construction industry, as well as serious allegations that phoenixing activity has become an acceptable way to make a profit. •Examples of what needs to be done: Implementation of all of the Senate Economics Committee’s recommendations in their report on insolvency in the construction industry
There is a culture of non-payment of subcontractors in the construction industry, as well as serious allegations that phoenixing activity has become an acceptable way to make a profit. •Examples of what needs to be done: Implementation of all of the Senate Economics Committee’s recommendations in their report on insolvency in the construction industry •National legislation for a security of payment regime, and rapid adjudication processes in the commercial construction industry
•Examples of what needs to be done: Implementation of all of the Senate Economics Committee’s recommendations in their report on insolvency in the construction industry •National legislation for a security of payment regime, and rapid adjudication processes in the commercial construction industry •Close the legal loopholes that allow phoenixing activity to take place
•National legislation for a security of payment regime, and rapid adjudication processes in the commercial construction industry •Close the legal loopholes that allow phoenixing activity to take place Substance Abuse & Rehabilitation
•Close the legal loopholes that allow phoenixing activity to take place Substance Abuse & Rehabilitation With one of the highest levels of substance abuse in the world, we need a total revamp to ensure those with a problem can access help.
Substance Abuse & Rehabilitation With one of the highest levels of substance abuse in the world, we need a total revamp to ensure those with a problem can access help. We must develop programs and an Australia wide culture that seeks to minimise addiction is the first place.
With one of the highest levels of substance abuse in the world, we need a total revamp to ensure those with a problem can access help. We must develop programs and an Australia wide culture that seeks to minimise addiction is the first place. Examples of what needs to be done: Treat personal drug use as primarily a health issue, rather than a criminal issue, with well funded rehabilitation programs - including mandatory rehabilitation in certain circumstances.
We must develop programs and an Australia wide culture that seeks to minimise addiction is the first place. Examples of what needs to be done: Treat personal drug use as primarily a health issue, rather than a criminal issue, with well funded rehabilitation programs - including mandatory rehabilitation in certain circumstances. •Develop programs and an Australia wide change in culture ￼that seeks to minimise addiction in the first place
Examples of what needs to be done: Treat personal drug use as primarily a health issue, rather than a criminal issue, with well funded rehabilitation programs - including mandatory rehabilitation in certain circumstances. •Develop programs and an Australia wide change in culture ￼that seeks to minimise addiction in the first place •Explore innovative ways to disrupt and minimise the drug business model
•Develop programs and an Australia wide change in culture ￼that seeks to minimise addiction in the first place •Explore innovative ways to disrupt and minimise the drug business model •Enable the ability of the public to simply and safely “inform” on dealers to significantly reduce any localised interest in dealing and cut off the sale and revenue elements of any drug based business model
•Explore innovative ways to disrupt and minimise the drug business model •Enable the ability of the public to simply and safely “inform” on dealers to significantly reduce any localised interest in dealing and cut off the sale and revenue elements of any drug based business model •Current resources should be focussed more on prevention and rehabilitation
•Enable the ability of the public to simply and safely “inform” on dealers to significantly reduce any localised interest in dealing and cut off the sale and revenue elements of any drug based business model •Current resources should be focussed more on prevention and rehabilitation •An increase in spending is required to establish better access to rehabilitation clinics along with a clear transition into skills and job training
•Current resources should be focussed more on prevention and rehabilitation •An increase in spending is required to establish better access to rehabilitation clinics along with a clear transition into skills and job training •Drug trafficking legislation should be modified to allow authorities to rapidly and simply seize assets of those involved trafficking and distribution
•An increase in spending is required to establish better access to rehabilitation clinics along with a clear transition into skills and job training •Drug trafficking legislation should be modified to allow authorities to rapidly and simply seize assets of those involved trafficking and distribution Superannuation
•Drug trafficking legislation should be modified to allow authorities to rapidly and simply seize assets of those involved trafficking and distribution Superannuation Encouraging a nest egg for a comfortable and secure retirement is what superannuation policy should be about.
Superannuation Encouraging a nest egg for a comfortable and secure retirement is what superannuation policy should be about. That should include greater certainty and a bigger say in how superannuation funds are managed.
Encouraging a nest egg for a comfortable and secure retirement is what superannuation policy should be about. That should include greater certainty and a bigger say in how superannuation funds are managed. Examples of what needs to be done: Overturn the unacceptable 7-year delay to increase the superannuation guarantee from 9.5% to 12%
That should include greater certainty and a bigger say in how superannuation funds are managed. Examples of what needs to be done: Overturn the unacceptable 7-year delay to increase the superannuation guarantee from 9.5% to 12% •Overhaul the superannuation industry to increase transparency, end fee gouging and require that investment choices are made under increased checks and balances
Examples of what needs to be done: Overturn the unacceptable 7-year delay to increase the superannuation guarantee from 9.5% to 12% •Overhaul the superannuation industry to increase transparency, end fee gouging and require that investment choices are made under increased checks and balances •Superannuation funds must be required to hold an annual general meeting where members are entitled to ask questions as to how their fund is performing and how it is being administered
•Overhaul the superannuation industry to increase transparency, end fee gouging and require that investment choices are made under increased checks and balances •Superannuation funds must be required to hold an annual general meeting where members are entitled to ask questions as to how their fund is performing and how it is being administered •Tax-breaks for superannuation must be re-calibrated so the greatest benefit is directed to those with the least savings, and a reduced benefit is enjoyed by those with very high superannuation savings
•Superannuation funds must be required to hold an annual general meeting where members are entitled to ask questions as to how their fund is performing and how it is being administered •Tax-breaks for superannuation must be re-calibrated so the greatest benefit is directed to those with the least savings, and a reduced benefit is enjoyed by those with very high superannuation savings Terrorism
•Tax-breaks for superannuation must be re-calibrated so the greatest benefit is directed to those with the least savings, and a reduced benefit is enjoyed by those with very high superannuation savings Terrorism There is no excuse for terrorism.
Terrorism There is no excuse for terrorism. Such acts of violence cannot be justified in any circumstances.
There is no excuse for terrorism. Such acts of violence cannot be justified in any circumstances. It is incumbent on community leaders and government to denounce and take action to prevent all acts of terrorism and to keep its citizens safe.
Such acts of violence cannot be justified in any circumstances. It is incumbent on community leaders and government to denounce and take action to prevent all acts of terrorism and to keep its citizens safe. Examples of what needs to be done: Ensure government has sufficient power to deal with terrorists in a way that is effective and not counter-productive
It is incumbent on community leaders and government to denounce and take action to prevent all acts of terrorism and to keep its citizens safe. Examples of what needs to be done: Ensure government has sufficient power to deal with terrorists in a way that is effective and not counter-productive •Put adequate resources into counter radicalisation strategies, so young and susceptible people are not brainwashed by extremists