Policy platform
Kate Lockhart’s Policy Platform
Values, policies and ideas that put the Corangamite community first
Kate Lockhart’s policy platform is built on integrity, fairness and a deep commitment to the wellbeing of our communitiy, now and for the future. As a Community Independent for Corangamite, Kate is guided by evidence – not vested interests – and is unafraid to push for bold, honest reform in Parliament.
This growing library of policy papers outlines Kate’s practical and principled plans to tackle the big issues – housing, tax fairness, education, energy, democracy and more.
Below are the first policy statements. More will be added soon.
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- Addressing the housing crisis – Sustainable, affordable and accessible homes for all.
- Fairer, better taxation – Shift the burden to big corporations and close tax loopholes.
- Investing in education and caring for people – School and health system that works for all.
- Energy that doesn’t cost the Earth – A bold transition to renewables, with no new gas or coal.
- Restoring trust and democracy – Real integrity reform, media independence and transparency.
- Equity improves everybody’s life – Safety, fairness and opportunity for all women and girls
Addressing the housing crisis
Sustainable, affordable and accessible homes for all.
A blueprint for more social and affordable housing, modular builds, fairer rental rules and fast-tracking smart solutions like tiny homes and co-living. → Read more
Fairer, better taxation
Make big corporations pay their fair share.
A plan to shift the tax burden off individuals and small business, end fossil fuel subsidies, and close loopholes that let billion-dollar companies avoid tax. → Read more
Investing in education and caring for people
Strong public services from the first day of school to the final years of life.
A plan to fully fund public education, rebuild health and aged care systems, and support carers, workers, and communities with dignity and fairness. → Read more
Energy that doesn’t cost the Earth
Clean, affordable energy for every home and business.
No new gas or coal. Big investment in renewables, home electrification, and local jobs – while standing firm against nuclear and waste-to-energy incinerators. → Read more
Restoring trust and democracy
Integrity, transparency and truth in government.
Donation reform, lobbying transparency, whistleblower protections, and investment in honest journalism to rebuild public trust in politics. → Read more
Equity improves everybody’s life
Safety, fairness and opportunity for all women and girls.
A bold plan to end gender-based violence, close the pay and super gaps, support carers, and ensure women thrive in work, health, leadership and innovation. → Read more
Strong infrastructure
Connected paths, roads, reliable, frequent public transport, and access to local childcare. Kate will work to improve how federal funding hits the ground in our community, championing practical actions.
Respect for enterprise
From agriculture to innovative manufacturing, Kate supports sustainable industries. She knows that work from home flexibility improves business productivity and the lives of families.
Protecting nature
From the Bellarine to the Surf Coast, Kate will push for stronger environmental laws, so we stop extinction and start restoration.
Fair go in sport
Kate backs upgraded sporting facilities and equitable access for all kids in team sport across the region.
More policy papers will be released soon.
