Response to 2026 Federal Budget from Anti-Poverty Network SA member, Samantha, May 13, Parliament, North Terrace, Adelaide. I want to begin by acknowledging that we meet today on Kaurna Country — stolen land. Land that was never ceded. I pay my respects to First Nations Elders past and present, and especially to any First Nations … Continue reading “Make No Mistake: Poverty Is A Political Choice”
“My Rent Will Rise By 21% Next Month”
Response to 2026 Federal Budget from Anti-Poverty Network SA member, Mel, May 13, Parliament, North Terrace, Adelaide. I have been renting privately through real estate companies for a couple of decades, ever since my divorce. I have helped landlords pay their mortgages and buy expensive cars. I have passed almost 80 unit inspections and therefore … Continue reading “My Rent Will Rise By 21% Next Month”
“Poverty Signs Death Certificates”
Response to 2026 Federal Budget from Anti-Poverty Network SA member, Mel, May 13, Parliament, North Terrace, Adelaide.“Poverty doesn’t just impact health. It signs death certificates.”Dear Jim,While you were reading your budget speech I was online engaging in a lecture about poverty, inequality and disadvantage in Australia.You had a lot to say about how great this … Continue reading “Poverty Signs Death Certificates”