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Lasting Solutions for Calare’s Cost of Living Crisis

Families in Calare are struggling with skyrocketing prices—from groceries to power bills. Kate Hook is fighting for real, practical solutions to make life more affordable.

Cheaper and Cleaner Cars

Petrol and diesel are expensive, but electric cars (EVs) are much cheaper to run. Kate wants the government to:

  • Make EVs affordable for everyone by offering discounts and incentives.
  • Build more EV chargers so people don’t have to worry about running out of power.
  • Help families charge EVs at home using rooftop solar to save even more money.

Lower Power Bills

Energy costs are a major burden. Kate is demanding action to:

  • Provide government-backed low-interest loans so families can afford solar panels, home batteries, and energy-efficient upgrades, cutting power bills for good.
  • Help renters by pushing for better energy standards for rental properties so they don’t get stuck with high bills.
  • Support solar and batteries for public housing, helping lower costs for those who need it most.

Cheaper Groceries

Rising food prices are hitting families hard. Kate is committed to:

  • Supporting local farmers so fresh food doesn’t have to travel far and stays affordable.
  • Encouraging farmers' markets and food hubs so people can buy directly from growers.
  • Standing up to big supermarkets to stop unfair price increases.

Fairer Taxes

The tax system should work for everyone. Kate is focused on:

  • Lowering taxes for workers so they can keep more of their hard-earned money.
  • Ensuring the tax system is balanced so everyone contributes fairly.

Affordable Insurance

Extreme weather events like floods and bushfires are driving up insurance costs, leaving many unprotected. To safeguard our community, Kate will:

  • Push for public-private partnerships to make disaster insurance affordable and accessible, especially in high-risk areas.
  • Support innovative insurance solutions that close coverage gaps and protect families, farmers, and businesses.
  • Drive investment in climate-resilient infrastructure to better prepare Calare for future challenges.

How Kate Can Make a Difference

Kate is ready to fight for these changes, but she needs your support. Have an idea? Let her know—she’s here to listen and act for Calare.

Together, we can make life more affordable for everyone.