Honesty and integrity in politics
The major parties are in the pockets of corporations - with millions in dark donations from big energy companies, big supermarkets and big banks.
As an independent, I’ll fight to “keep the bastards honest” with stronger corruption safeguards, whistleblower protections and donation transparency.
I’ll do this by:
Strengthening the National Anti Corruption Commission: With public hearings on serious cases, expanded powers to investigate across the federal public service and strong whistleblower protections for those who come forward to report wrongdoing.
Shining a light on corporate influence: By making ministers' diaries public as is done in NSW and QLD, and requiring all political contributions by corporations and all cash-for-access payments to be disclosed, regardless of size. Donations should be disclosed in real-time, including weekly during campaigns.
Politicians should serve people, not parties or corporations.