SA Socialists

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

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