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THE ANDREW WALLACE BIG PICTURE POLL

1.What are your views on emissions targets and climate policy?
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Ambivalent
Agree
Strongly agree
The Australian Government should drop its current net-zero by 2050 emissions reduction target.
Transitioning away from traditional industries (e.g. coal, gas) will negatively affect local jobs and lifestyle.
I support increased investment in renewable energy such as solar and wind.
2. If you agreed that the Australian Government should dump net zero, what policies would you put in its place to reduce emissions?
3.How is the cost of living impacting your household right now?
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Ambivalent
Agree
Strongly agree
Rising costs of housing, utilities, and food are affecting my household budget.
I feel the government is doing enough to address cost-of-living pressures.
Inflation has affected my lifestyle or spending habits in the past year.
4.In your opinion, what is the most effective action government could take to help ease cost-of-living pressures?
5.How do you feel about Australia’s current immigration policies?
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Ambivalent
Agree
Strongly agree
Australia’s current immigration levels are not sustainable for housing and infrastructure.
Skilled migration plays an important role in supporting local businesses and services.
National security measures such as increased background checks are needed to ensure the safety of our communities.
6.What do you think the Government could do to better balance population growth and local housing pressures?
7.Are local health and aged care services meeting your needs?
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Ambivalent
Agree
Strongly agree
I cannot access bulk billing health services in my area.
Mental health services need greater funding and accessibility.
The Government's My Aged Care changes are confusing and won't improve outcomes for Seniors needing help now.
8.What changes would most improve health or aged care in our community?
9.Small business and generating our local economy - how important is this to you?
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Ambivalent
Agree
Strongly agree
It is getting tougher to own a small business
Reducing red tape and simplifying tax rules would make it easier to grow a business.
Our local economy needs greater diversification to create stable long-term jobs.
10.What is the biggest challenge facing small businesses locally and if you are not a business owner, do you shop locally, and if not, why not?
11.How concerned are you about National Security and Border Protection?
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Ambivalent
Agree
Strongly agree
I am concerned about national security threats such as cyberattacks or terrorism.
Australia’s border protection policies are effective and fair.
Defence and intelligence funding should be a high priority for government.
12.What do you see as the most important national security issue for Australia in the next five years?
13.How well do you think local roads, public transport, and infrastructure are meeting community needs?
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Ambivalent
Agree
Strongly agree
Roads and transport infrastructure in my area do not meet the needs of a growing population.
More investment is needed in public transport on the Sunshine Coast.
I would use more sustainable transport options (e.g. cycling, electric vehicles, e-bikes) if they were more available or affordable.
14.Which local infrastructure project should be the top priority?
15.How concerned are you about the current Labor Government’s lack of transparency on national issues?
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Ambivalent
Agree
Strongly agree
The new Freedom of Information Bill will make it easier than ever for the Government to operate in secrecy
The government should strengthen, not reduce, protections for whistleblowers who act in the public interest.
The proposed Freedom of Information Bill 2025 will strangle journalists’ access to information, curtail investigative reporting, and undermine the public’s right to know.
16.What impact do you think weaker Freedom of Information laws could have on accountability and public trust?
17.I never change my vote and I always vote for:
18.I change my vote at times, but I usually vote for:
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