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Integrity and transparency in politics: A foundation for trust

Integrity in politics is the cornerstone of a functioning democracy. As an independent candidate for Calare, Kate is committed to ensuring our political system is transparent, accountable, and worthy of public trust. To achieve this, we must take bold steps to address critical issues, including truth in political advertising, declaration of political donations, and respectful behaviour in our parliament.

Truth in Political Advertising

Australians deserve honest and truthful information during elections. Misleading political advertising undermines our democracy, distorts voter understanding, and erodes trust in the system. It’s time for stronger regulation to ensure all political advertising is accurate and verifiable. We must create a culture where facts guide political debate, not spin or manipulation.


Declaration of Political Donations

Australians deserve to know who funds their political representatives. Hidden donations and opaque financing create real and perceived risks of undue influence.

Transparency is not just about compliance; it is about rebuilding public confidence in our political institutions. By shining a light on campaign funding, we can ensure decisions are made in the public interest—not at the behest of powerful donors.


Respectful behaviour in Parliament

Parliament should set the standard for respectful and constructive debate. Unfortunately, the tone and behaviour of many elected officials often fall short of what the Australian public expects and deserves. Australians want representatives who will engage in meaningful discussion, listen to diverse perspectives, and treat others with dignity.

Kate is committed to:

Restoring Respect: Upholding respectful conduct in parliament by refusing to engage in personal attacks or inflammatory rhetoric.

Prioritising Debate Over Division: Advocating for evidence-based debate that focuses on policy outcomes, not partisan point-scoring.

Collaborating Across Lines: Working with representatives from all sides of politics to find common ground and deliver results for our communities.

Respectful debate isn’t a weakness—it’s what makes our democracy strong. In parliament, this means listening to each other, working together, and finding common ground—without shouting, heckling, or resorting to personal attacks. By fostering a culture of respect and collaboration, we can create a parliament that truly reflects the values of everyday Australians.


Walking the Talk

Integrity is not just a policy—it is a practice. That’s why our campaign is committed to transparency from the ground up. Kate pledges to publicly disclose all donations to our campaign in real-time and ensure out advertising meets the highest standards of honesty.

Together, we can restore trust in politics by demanding and delivering integrity at every level. The people of Calare deserve nothing less.

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