Another car tax slashed – but we could go further
You’ll likely remember the previous Government’s “ute tax”. Overnight, the cost of buying the kinds of vehicles people rely on – to get to work, to run a farm, to…
Why a blanket ban on surcharges misses the mark
When we tap our cards at the checkout, most of us don’t think twice about the small surcharge that sometimes appears. Yet behind those extra few cents lies a much…
Bus safety could be improved with tough approach to fare-dodging
Everyone deserves to feel safe and be safe when using public transport. And our city’s bus drivers should be safe too. Sadly, reports of crimes on buses – both against…
Protecting small businesses from unfair licensing rules
Every week, I hear from local businesses still feeling the impact of poor policy decisions made by past governments. One area where issues consistently arise is from small business owners…