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Rule it out: no nuclear submarine base in Port Kembla!We, the undersigned, demand that Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Chris Minns publicly rule out the construction of a nuclear submarine base in Port Kembla. Secret government documents – only released after a freedom of information fight – confirm Port Kembla is the government's preferred east coast base site. Both federal and state government representatives have refused to rule it out. Delaying a formal decision is an attempt to evade accountability while locking in the plan. Government documents show that an accident at a submarine base in Port Kembla's outer harbour would require immediate evacuation within at least 600 metres and further evacuations up to 1.4 kilometres downwind – covering almost every residential street in the suburb, including local schools and health facilities. Our community has never been consulted about this risk. We also oppose any move to designate the base "Critical State Significant Infrastructure" – a classification that would strip Illawarra residents of their legal right to challenge the decision in court. The billions proposed for this base should instead be invested in what our community actually needs: health, housing, clean energy, education, and environmental repair. We stand with WAWAN, the South Coast Labour Council, ICAN Australia, and the forty organisations of the Port Kembla Declaration. Rule it out. Not here, not anywhere.1,222 of 10,000 SignaturesCreated by Mel B
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No Trump Golf Course on the Gold Coast!Just weeks ago, 124,000 Australians forced a Trump Tower in Surfers Paradise to collapse – and Tate responded by lining up the next deal. A resort and golf course of this scale would require council approval and Queensland Government scrutiny over coastal and environmental impacts, which means this fight is winnable if we act now. The Trump brand stands for division, contempt for democratic norms, and authoritarian politics – none of which belong on the Gold Coast skyline or shoreline. When Tate called us "haters" for pushing back, he made clear he won't stop unless we make him.28,625 of 30,000 SignaturesCreated by Robyn A
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No to the Nationals' Toxic Waste Dump in BlakebrookIf we don't do something now we will have an environmental disaster on our hands and an ongoing much greater need for funds for disaster recovery from Australian Federal and State coffers.509 of 600 SignaturesCreated by Mathew Wilson
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Add Dentistry to MedicareEveryone deserves good health, and also good dental health. Not just those with enough money, EVERYONE. I know people who have opted to have teeth extracted because the cost of care to keep our teeth is too high. The cost of leaving a person with infected teeth and gums can be painful at best, with ongoing infections, pain, abscesses, bone loss of the jaw, and sepsis, which left undetected can result in death. Is that an acceptable outcome, or can Medicare include dentistry to the scheme as a well overdue addition?31 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Jennifer Kaschau
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Solar and batteries for every school and childcare centre!Across Australia, children are learning in classrooms that are getting hotter every year. At the same time, schools and childcare centres are facing rising electricity bills that put pressure on already stretched budgets. Solar panels and batteries offer a practical solution. Installing solar on schools and early learning centres would cut energy costs, freeing up funds for learning materials and student support. Batteries would allow schools to store energy and keep buildings powered during heatwaves, blackouts or other disruptions – helping protect students and staff when the grid is under pressure. Schools exist in almost every suburb, town and regional community. Solar installations on these buildings would create a nationwide network of local clean energy – strengthening communities and reducing pollution. There’s also a powerful learning opportunity. When solar panels and batteries are installed at schools, students can see renewable energy in action every day. It turns climate and energy education into something practical and real. Australia has the sunshine, the technology and the expertise to make this happen. With national leadership and coordinated investment, solar and batteries could be installed on thousands of schools and childcare centres across the country – delivering lower costs, cleaner energy and safer learning environments for millions of children. It’s time to Solar Our Learning. Every school and childcare centre deserves safe, resilient energy – and every community can benefit from local clean power. Solar and batteries on schools mean lower costs for education, safer classrooms during heatwaves, and a practical climate solution that helps the next generation learn and thrive. Add your name and call on the Australian Government to invest in solar and battery systems for every school and childcare centre across Australia!8,311 of 9,000 SignaturesCreated by Nic Seton
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Scrap the Fuel Tax – Help Australians Survive the Cost of Living CrisisAustralians across the country are facing a serious cost-of-living crisis. The price of groceries, housing, electricity, insurance, and everyday essentials continues to rise, placing increasing pressure on households and small businesses. At the same time, Australians are paying a significant fuel excise tax on every litre of fuel they purchase. Fuel is not a luxury in Australia—it is a necessity. Millions of Australians rely on their vehicles to travel to work, transport their families, run businesses, and move goods across the country. When fuel prices rise, the cost of nearly everything rises with it, including food, transport, and services. Reducing or temporarily suspending the fuel excise would provide immediate financial relief for families, workers, and small businesses during a time when many Australians are struggling to keep up with rising costs.16 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Aaron Edwards
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NO IRAN WARAustralians have been denied a say in whether we should participate in Donald Trumps illegal war on Iran. For decades, Australia has advocated in favour of the United Nations legal frameworks for international rule of law, human rights and the UN Charter which were all designed after World War 2 in order to prevent such atrocities ever occurring again. We must recommit to the world order and ensure Australia remains a strong independent voice for diplomacy and peace. We sign this petition with the hope that Prime Minister Albanese and all subsequent Australian Prime Ministers understand that we want Australia support the UN Charter and international law. Petition Addressed to the Australian Government, to be tabled in the Australian Parliament. Date of initiation: Thursday 12 March, 2026.17 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Marty Breen
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Add more LGBTQIA+ flags as emojis on Apple devicesWe need to make everyone feel heard. Some teens can only express their true emotions through emojis. This would make coming out a lot easier. Many also feel invalid because they dont have emoji to represent them. THIS NEEDS TO CHANGE!2 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Lilah Rayner
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Australia's starving childrenChildren should not starve in Australian remote communities due to extortionist food pricing. This can be legislated.5 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Fleur McLeod
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TRANSITION ALCOA OUT-TAKE YOUR TOXIC PONDS WITH YOU -SAVE OUR REMAINING NJFBorn in Yarloop Hospital, in the 1950s, first generation Australian from parents, fleeing war torn Europe. The hospital burned down in the 2016 bush fires that swept across the Darling scarpe and my family members only narrowly managed to save their farm house in the Wagerup hills. I lived on a farm next door as toddler, waking up to the screeches of abundant red tailed black cockatoos, in the tall tree tops of a pristine forest. Today the only farm left in those beloved hills is surrounded by bare scorched earth and kilometres of rubber belts carrying the soul earth of our jarrah to the crushing plants. Black cockatoos are so displaced, with loss of natural food sources and nesting trees in their native forest that they are now forced to invade suburbia, stripping what ever tree berries and nuts they can find, just to try and get some sustenance, to survive another day. I see them in my Liquid amber tree scrounging for its meagre berries, and it breaks my heart. How cruel can our political leaders and Environmental Ministers be ? Mistreating a domestic pet is punishable by law. But they turn a blind eye to Corporate greed, extinction of species and mass destruction of biodiversity. As a teenager, I lived in Waroona when Dwellingup went up in flames. I spent many weekends and school holidays in those Northern Jarrah Forests and my uncles farms. When I had kids, we went camping on the Murray river up in Dwellingup. Now they plan to extend the destruction. Strip mining through a European War memorial. We may need jobs , revenue and aluminium - although easily substituted. But we need fresh air, fresh water and biodiversity even more -to survive.9 of 100 SignaturesCreated by ilario (Laurie) Maiolo
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Fix the Stuarttoo many people are being put at risk on the Stuart Highway every day. This highway is a major route through Australia, connecting remote towns and many Indigenous communities, but long distances, fatigue, high speeds and limited services make it dangerous. Families rely on this road for school, work, health care and visiting loved ones, so it should be as safe as possible. By raising money and awareness, we hope to support improvements that will reduce crashes, protect communities, and ensure everyone can travel safely and confidently.1 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Taranveer Dhaliwal
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Securing Australia’s Resource Wealth for Future Generations"Look, imagine we find a chest of gold in our backyard. Right now, it feels like we’re letting some big company come in, take the gold, and leave us with a couple of bucks and a hole in the ground. Once that gold—our gas and iron ore—is gone, it’s gone forever" This isn’t just about ‘more tax’; it’s about making sure our kids aren’t the ones paying for it later. Here’s why I care so much: • A Fair Go for Everyone (The 'Norway' Story): In the 90s, Norway decided to tax their oil at 78%. They didn’t blow it; they put it in a 'piggy bank' (a sovereign wealth fund) that’s now worth over $2 trillion. That’s nearly $340,000 for every single Norwegian citizen. Meanwhile, Australia is set to collect more from student HECS debts than from the tax on our offshore gas. It just doesn't sit right that students are carrying a heavier load than billion-dollar gas giants. • Unlocking Potential through Education: Imagine if any Australian—no matter where they grew up or how much their parents earned—could go to uni or TAFE for free. We’d have a more skilled workforce, which research shows could boost our GDP by billions because a 1% increase in R&D investment alone can grow the economy by hundreds of millions. It’s about being a 'clever country' again. • Health Security for Life: We all love Medicare, but it’s under pressure. If we had a massive fund backing it, we wouldn’t need to worry about expensive private health insurance just to get a surgery. It would be world-class healthcare for everyone, paid for by the resources we already own. • Cleaner, Easier Commutes: Free public transport would be a game-changer for the cost of living—saving the average person around $5,500 a year. Plus, if we used that wealth to build a green, emission-free network, we’d be slashing our carbon footprint while making our cities less congested and better to live in. Basically, we’re sitting on a goldmine, but we’re acting like we’re broke. If we fix these taxes, we can build a future where 'prosperity' isn't just a word for shareholders, but something every Australian feels in their pocket and their daily life."8 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Susan Garzoni





