As someone who lives and works in Blaxland, I understand how deeply the rising cost of living is affecting our families. Behind every statistic is a real person, a parent skipping meals, a renter fearing eviction, a young worker struggling to save, a grandparent cutting back on medicine.
Blaxland is a strong, resilient community, but we’re under pressure. Wages haven’t kept up. Bills are rising. Rents are skyrocketing. It’s time for action, not excuses.
Over 3.3 million Australians, including more than 700,000 children, are living in poverty.
40% of renters are worried they won’t be able to pay rent in coming months.
46% of Australians say they’re under increased financial pressure, up 5% in just one quarter.
3.7 million households faced food insecurity last year.
Disposable income has dropped 4.3%, the worst fall since the 1980s.
Healthcare costs are up 12% , putting vital care out of reach..
Mortgage repayments are at a 12-year high, squeezing households to breaking point.
This is a crisis that demands both immediate relief and long-term reform. My plan offers practical, community-led solutions that meet the urgent needs of Blaxland households while laying the foundations for future resilience.
Blaxland deserves a representative who listens and acts on our community’s needs. The cost-of-living crisis is something that affects us all, and it’s time for us to act. I invite everyone to join me in this fight for meaningful, long-lasting relief. Together, we can advocate for policies that will provide real support to families and individuals struggling to make ends meet.
Let’s work together to create a Blaxland where everyone can thrive—free from the burden of financial hardship. Your voice matters—let’s make it heard and ensure that our community gets the support it deserves!
