To: Anthony Albanese

Ban Billionaires from buying access to politicians

We are calling on Anthony Albanese and the Federal Government to take clear, decisive action to end “cash-for-access” politics in Australia.

This means:

  • Ban paid access to politicians — No more selling seats at private lunches, dinners, or events where wealthy donors can buy direct time with ministers, MPs, or senior decision-makers. 
  • End exclusive fundraising events tied to access — Political fundraising should not come with privileged influence or behind-closed-doors conversations. 
  • Mandate full transparency — All meetings between politicians and external stakeholders must be publicly disclosed in a timely and detailed way. 
  • Introduce strict, enforceable rules — Clear laws that prevent backdoor influence, not vague guidelines that can be ignored. 
  • Apply real penalties for breaches — Strong consequences for politicians or organisations that attempt to bypass these rules. 
Australians deserve a political system where access is based on representation—not wealth. This reform would draw a clear line: public office is not for sale.



Why is this important?

Right now, the system allows those with deep pockets to gain privileged access to the people making decisions that affect the entire country.

When individuals or corporations can pay thousands of dollars for private time with politicians, it creates a two-tier system:

  •  One where the wealthy can influence decisions directly 
  •  And another where ordinary Australians are left on the outside 
This undermines the core principle of democracy—that every citizen should have an equal voice.

Even when no explicit deals are made, the perception alone damages trust. Australians are left wondering whose interests are really being served behind closed doors.

Over time, this erodes confidence in government, fuels cynicism, and weakens the integrity of public institutions.

Decisions that should be made in the national interest risk being shaped by those who can afford access—not those most affected by the outcomes.

Ending cash-for-access is about restoring fairness, rebuilding trust, and ensuring that political power remains accountable to the people—not to money.

How it will be delivered

BY EMAIL to Anthony Albanese.