Kylea shares her week on the campaign trail
Week 23: Ministers once again dancing around economic facts to defend their love of coal
This week, I've been shaking my head watching our PM and his ministers scramble to tear down Mike Cannon-Brookes’ bid to buy and decarbonise AGL. For so long, the Morrison Government has argued that “Can Do Capitalism” would be Australia’s way out of the climate crisis. But now that a viable private sector solution has arrived, we see ministers once again dancing around economic facts to defend their love of coal.
While our PM and his party are busy looking back in the rear view mirror at coal power, in North Sydney we can clearly see the amazing view through the windscreen.
This week, I announced to the media our plan to turn North Sydney into a renewable city. I have been working with business and community leaders, and key players within local government, to push for an immediate suspension of the tunnels projects. And I plan to continue working with councils and State Government to turn North Sydney into one of the first net zero urban zones in Australia, as we transition to a fully electrified community.
Thank you again for your support this week, particularly at our Campaign Launch on Sunday. It has been so invigorating to meet and hear from you, and I look forward to more great conversations in the week ahead. I’ll be in Willoughby on Sunday, North Sydney on Wednesday, and hosting breakfast for International Women’s Day early Wednesday morning. Please join us if you can.
North Sydney, the winds are changing. Let’s be the change we want to see because together, we’ll change the climate in Canberra.
Recent blog posts
Week 35: A message from Kylea on election eve...
May 20, 2022
It's been an incredible 35 weeks since we embarked on this adventure to have an Independent voice for our community elected to federal parliament.
Week 34: This week will decide our future
May 13, 2022
This is it, North Sydney — the final week that will shape Australian politics for the next three years and beyond. If you want a strong, Independent voice for our community in parliament, now is the time to use your voice to advocate for change.
Week 33: Why we need more reason and consensus, and less grandstanding
May 06, 2022
Housing affordability is one of our society’s most pressing issues, but has unfortunately — and predictably — become overly politicised as Election Day nears.
Week 32: Support for the arts and an event bonanza
April 29, 2022
Many in our community believe that Australia's arts sector needs more targeted, generous support - including for the SBS and ABC.
Week 31: Thinking of our Anzacs and those affected by war
April 22, 2022
This weekend, we commemorate our Anzacs, who so bravely served our nation.
Week 30: My plan for cleaner, cheaper transport
April 15, 2022
This week, I announced my plan to bring to Parliament a Cheaper, Cleaner Transport Bill to reduce pollution from our cars. I've consulted extensively with policy, industry experts and consumer groups to develop this plan, which will align Australia with international standards, and bring us a little closer to meeting our emissions reduction goals.
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