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Policy
Evidence of support
Support level
Streamline planning approvals for strata developments that meet good design standards in well-located areas
Establish a fund to purchase land for housing and underwrite apartment construction projects
Build more social housing to reduce the public housing waitlist and plan for future demand
Cap rent increases in line with CPI
Remove stamp duty for eligible first homebuyers on existing homes and older South Australians downsizing to smaller homes
I'm not opposed, but don't have specific policy on this.
If there are still be multiple people competing for the property, they will still pay what they can afford, which means this would push prices up somewhat without additional regulations, so it depends on the details.
Prohibit new residential gas connections from a specified date
Introduce measures such as grants to encourage landlords to install solar panels on rental properties
Set minimum energy efficiency standards for rental properties (covering heating, cooling, hot water, shower heads, ceiling insulation and draughtproofing) from a specified date
Establish a fund to support more strata properties to connect to shared solar panel and battery systems, Virtual Power Plants and solar gardens
Increase investment in green spaces, prioritising high-risk communities
Legislate a minimum standard of access to clean, safe and affordable water
Establish clear, coordinated responsibilities across departments and agencies for preparing and responding to climate-related disasters (such as algal blooms, heatwaves, bushfires, flooding and droughts) and increase long-term multi-year funding for these activities
Expand fully protected zones and increase investment in acquiring and restoring high biodiversity land, freshwater and ocean ecosystems to protect under the National Parks and Wildlife Act
Introduce a levy on plastic waste to encourage manufacturers to find alternatives and reduce waste generation
Increase funding for childcare services to build new centres and expand existing centres
Invest in inclusive school facilities for students with autism and provide extra support services (such as psychologists and speech pathologists) for students experiencing disadvantage
Invest in more apprenticeships, university scholarships, upskilling courses and technical colleges to support students to pursue skilled careers
Fully cover all public school costs for families including materials and services charges and fees for extracurricular activities during school hours
Increase funding for infrastructure upgrades at schools, preschools and childcare centres
Commit to 100% renewable energy generation, increase investment in large-scale renewable energy infrastructure, and implement measures to ensure responsible delivery (such as benefit sharing guidelines and payment schemes)
Phase out subsidies for fossil fuel companies
Strengthen state planning and environment laws to stop new gas approvals and expansions
Increase recruitment and retention incentives (such as relocation packages and bonuses) for healthcare professionals, particularly in regional areas
Build new mental health assessment units at major hospitals
Expand the remit of Preventative Health SA and increase funding for its programs
Remove payroll tax on GPs and provide funding to support GPs to extend their opening hours
Protect South Australia’s current abortion laws and continue to treat abortion as a healthcare service
Provide rebates for pre-IVF fertility testing and fertility treatments
Increase investment in network of EV charging infrastructure, particularly in rural and regional South Australia
Increase investment in road maintenance to address South Australia’s increasing backlog
Increase investment in public transport infrastructure and services to improve the frequency and reliability of public transport across South Australia
Introduce a 50 cent flat fare for all public transport trips
Increase investment in active transport infrastructure to deliver on South Australia’s Walking Strategy and Cycling Strategy
Increase funding for evidence-based early intervention and community support programs
Raise the minimum age of criminal responsibility to 14
Provide grants to businesses and councils for security measures such as CCTV, alarm and intercom systems, lighting, fences and gates