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It’s Time for a Real Choice in Boothby

Welcome to Better for Boothby. We are a grassroots movement of people from across our community who believe we deserve better representation. We are working to elect a truly independent voice to stand up for Boothby in Federal Parliament.

Our political system feels broken because, for too long, both of the major parties have failed to put people first. Over decades the last three representatives for Boothby have put their parties before their people - it’s clear to see from their voting record. Our vision is for a politics based on integrity, community, and a sustainable future. Explore our core pillars below.

Real Climate Action

We will push for an urgent and genuine response to the climate crisis based on science, not politics. This means ambitious emissions targets and an end to fossil fuel subsidies.

People-First Healthcare

Healthcare should serve people, not profits. We will work to ensure our funding strengthens Medicare and goes to frontline services, not private insurance company profits.

Sustainable Communities

We will support our local farmers, champion a circular economy that prevents waste, and stand up for your right to repair the things you own.

Restore Integrity

We need a representative accountable to our community, not a party machine. We will champion a powerful federal integrity commission and fight for real transparency.

Our Latest Insights

Stay informed with our latest articles and updates on community action and political integrity.

Stop Shouting at the Telly, Start Shaping Our Future with your Community

By Leo Gaggl on December 10, 2025

Let’s be honest. How many of us have found ourselves talking (or shouting!) at the TV as we watch the news from Canberra? We see decisions being made that don’t reflect our community’s values, and it’s easy to feel powerless.

But what if we could turn that frustration into action?

Here in Boothby, a growing number of us believe it’s time for a change. We’re tired of the ‘party-over-people’ politics and we’re ready to build something new – a movement that puts our community first. Inspired by the success of community independents across Australia, we know that when everyday people get organised, we can achieve incredible things.

Our Money, Their Power: The Lobbies Shaping Our Daily Lives

By Leo Gaggl on December 8, 2025

Series: Who Really Decides? – Taking Back Our Community’s Voice

From the price of broccoli to the pokies in our local pubs, the influence of powerful lobby groups can be felt in almost every aspect of our daily lives. In this final post of our series, we look at two of Australia’s most entrenched lobbying machines: the gambling industry and the supermarket giants.

Their power comes from their ability to influence policy behind closed doors, often blocking common-sense reforms that would benefit our health, our household budgets, and our local businesses.

When Health Becomes a Profit Centre: Is Our System Working for Us?

By Leo Gaggl on December 5, 2025

Series: Who Really Decides? – Taking Back Our Community’s Voice

We all want a healthcare system that’s there for us when we need it. A system built on care, not on profit. But increasingly, the decisions made in Canberra seem to favour corporate balance sheets over patient wellbeing, leaving our community with longer waiting lists, rising fees, and a public system under pressure.

This isn’t happening by accident. Just like with climate policy, the health sector is another area where powerful, concentrated lobbying can have a huge impact on our daily lives.

The Invisible Hand on Our Climate: Who's Really Shaping Our Future?

By Leo Gaggl on December 3, 2025

Series: Who Really Decides? – Taking Back Our Community’s Voice

Have you ever wondered why, despite overwhelming public support for climate action, meaningful progress in Canberra seems to move at a snail’s pace? You’re not alone. The answer often lies in a room you’re not invited into, in a conversation you never get to hear.

It’s a story about influence, and it’s time we talked about it.

A Playbook for Delay

The fossil fuel industry has spent decades perfecting a playbook designed to delay and distract. It’s a strategy borrowed directly from the tobacco industry: manufacture doubt, champion “solutions” that are always just over the horizon, and ensure you have unparalleled access to decision-makers.