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Streamline planning approvals for strata developments that meet good design standards in well-located areas
The Greens are advocating for the establishment of a public builder to deliver large scale social and affordable housing options, including strata developments.
Establish a fund to purchase land for housing and underwrite apartment construction projects
The Greens are advocating for the establishment of a public builder. The public builder would have the power to purchase land for housing, and be a builder of last resort if a building company collapses, leaving incomplete builds.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/housing-people-not-profit
In response to Labor's $500 million fund to guarantee apartment developments, the Greens supported the proposal, provided that new residential developments of more than 20 dwellings should include 30% social housing: 10% public housing, 10% affordable to buy, 10% affordable to rent.
https://www.robertsimms.org.au/skyscrapers_alone_won_t_solve_housing_crisis_say_greens
Build more social housing to reduce the public housing waitlist and plan for future demand
The Greens have announced they would build 20,000 new public homes and mandate a minimum of 30% affordable and public housing for new developments, aiming to eliminate the public housing wait list and plan for the future.
Cap rent increases in line with CPI
The Greens have announced they would cap rent increases in line with CPI and restrict them to just once every 2 years.
Remove stamp duty for eligible first homebuyers on existing homes and older South Australians downsizing to smaller homes
The Greens have announced their support for state-based taxation incentives for older people to downsize to smaller, easier-to-maintain properties.
Prohibit new residential gas connections from a specified date
The Greens have announced they would ban new gas connections to homes, shops and small businesses so that no new appliances – heating, cooking and water – would be gas.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/clean-energy-not-dirty-gas
In 2021, the Greens introduced a Private Member’s Bill to legislate to void any requirement for mandatory gas connections in new residential developments.
https://www.robertsimms.org.au/gas_stinks_greens_move_to_ban_mandatory_gas_connections_new_builds
Introduce measures such as grants to encourage landlords to install solar panels on rental properties
In 2021, the Greens called on the Marshall Government to set meaningful targets for a transition to 100 per cent renewable energy for South Australia by:
(a.) rolling out community-scale batteries;
(b.) subsidising solar-panel and battery installation;
(c.) rolling out dynamic operating envelopes (to will support the electricity grid and ensure integrity of the electricity distribution infrastructure)
https://www.robertsimms.org.au/motion_stop_the_sun_tax
At the federal level, the Greens’ plan includes supercharging solar and storage, getting homes and businesses off expensive and polluting gas, and rewiring the country to reach 100% renewable energy by 2030.
Set minimum energy efficiency standards for rental properties (covering heating, cooling, hot water, shower heads, ceiling insulation and draughtproofing) from a specified date
The Greens have announced they would introduce minimum energy efficiency standards for all rental homes to ensure that people are safe and comfortable.
Establish a fund to support more strata properties to connect to shared solar panel and battery systems, Virtual Power Plants and solar gardens
The Greens have announced they would increase incentives (costing $80 million over 4 years) under the South Australian South Australian Retailer Energy Productivity Scheme (REPS) to stack onto the Cheaper Home Battery Program. The REPS provides incentives for households and businesses to improve energy efficiency and connect to Virtual Power Plants (VPPs).
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/clean-energy-not-dirty-gas
Increase investment in green spaces, prioritising high-risk communities
The Greens have announced they would establish an ambitious green space strategy to increase the number of greens spaces in local communities across the state.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/protecting-our-environment
Legislate a minimum standard of access to clean, safe and affordable water
The Greens have announced they would introduce legislation for a basic level of service, with a framework that recognises reliable access to clean, safe, accessible and affordable water as an essential human right.
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
The Greens have announced they would fund dedicated research, monitoring and environmental remediation to better understand the scale and cause of the algal bloom and prepare for the next one, a better public information campaign and warning system, and adequate funding of emergency services that cover all environmental disasters, including water pollution.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/protecting-our-environment
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
The Greens have announced they would ensure the state government commits $200 million over four years to protect marine ecosystems, increase funding for nature restoration, support the UNESCO World Heritage bid for the Adelaide Park Lands and the Mount Lofty Ranges, and protect more places that hold environmental and First Nations significance under state legislation.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/protecting-our-environment
Introduce a levy on plastic waste to encourage manufacturers to find alternatives and reduce waste generation
The Greens have announced they would introduce a levy on plastic waste (including soft plastics) for corporations who include it in their products, aimed at raising $72 million over four years.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/south-australian-greens-proposed-revenue-measures
Increase funding for childcare services to build new centres and expand existing centres
The Greens have announced they would double the number of government-supported childcare places to make childcare accessible and free for those who need it.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/giving-kids-best-chance-school
Invest in inclusive school facilities for students with autism and provide extra support services (such as psychologists and speech pathologists) for students experiencing disadvantage
At the federal level, the Greens have called on the Government to provide autistic Australians with the support they deserve.
Invest in more apprenticeships, university scholarships, upskilling courses and technical colleges to support students to pursue skilled careers
Response to Build a Ballot SA 2026: The Greens strongly support investing in more apprenticeships, university scholarships, upskilling courses and technical colleges.The Greens have also announced they would reverse the corporatisation of TAFE and restore a strong public TAFE sector, with increased accountability and a highly expanded capacity to provide high-quality training and skills development for the 30 TAFEs across South Australia.
Fully cover all public school costs for families including materials and services charges and fees for extracurricular activities during school hours
The Greens have announced they would fully fund public education for more teachers and smaller class sizes, as well as cover all school fees, including extracurricular activities during school hours.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/giving-kids-best-chance-school
Increase funding for infrastructure upgrades at schools, preschools and childcare centres
The Greens have announced they would establish a capital grants fund worth $50 million available only to government schools to update aging and unsafe infrastructure.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/giving-kids-best-chance-school
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)
The Greens have announced they would establish a commission of inquiry to examine bringing back the Electricity Trust of South Australia (ETSA) to provide publicly owned electricity.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/clean-energy-not-dirty-gas
Phase out subsidies for fossil fuel companies
The Greens have announced they would scrap fossil fuel subsidies, saving the government $246 million over four years on average.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/south-australian-greens-proposed-revenue-measures
Strengthen state planning and environment laws to stop new gas approvals and expansions
The Greens have announced they would stop new gas exploration, cancel all exploration permits, and establish pathways for gas workers to transition to new jobs for equal pay.
Increase recruitment and retention incentives (such as relocation packages and bonuses) for healthcare professionals, particularly in regional areas
In 2024, the SA Greens joined calls from the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) urging the South Australian Government to provide urgent rural and remote incentives for nurses and midwives.
https://www.robertsimms.org.au/greens_join_nurses_call_for_regional_incentives
Build new mental health assessment units at major hospitals
Response to Build a Ballot SA 2026: The Greens somewhat support building new mental health assessment units at major hospitals.
Expand the remit of Preventative Health SA and increase funding for its programs
The Greens have announced they would increase the remit and funding for Preventative Health SA that includes additional funding to support patients with chronic health conditions.
https://greens.org.au/sa/policies/caring-people-universal-free-healthcare
Remove payroll tax on GPs and provide funding to support GPs to extend their opening hours
In 2024, the Greens moved a motion calling on the state government to stop applying payroll tax to general practitioners' fees.
https://www.robertsimms.org.au/greens_call_for_state_government_to_stop_gp_payroll_tax
Protect South Australia’s current abortion laws and continue to treat abortion as a healthcare service
In the 2025 attempt to repeal existing laws, former Greens MLC Tammy Franks told ABC Radio Adelaide that the party position was to vote against the proposal, saying abortion should be treated as a health issue.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-17/abortion-legislation-vote-south-australia/104477762
Provide rebates for pre-IVF fertility testing and fertility treatments
The Greens have announced that Medicare rebates should be available to all those who need it. The cost to access IVF should not prohibit a future family.
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
Fraser Ellis MP has proposed to introduce legislation to impose a legal obligation upon governments to maintain roads to certain standard, as well as a continued pipeline of road works in Narungga, including $2 million per year for deceleration lanes and $20 million per year for overtaking lanes
Increase investment in public transport infrastructure and services to improve the frequency and reliability of public transport across South Australia
Fraser Ellis MP has stated his support for establishing more intra-town, regular bus services in Narungga
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