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Let's flood our feeds: #PeopleOverProfit

Right now, Australians are taking a stand – sharing their stories and demanding bold solutions to the rising costs that are impacting our communities.

As the Cost of Living Inquiry nears its final stage, you can be a part of it too – by making sure your voice is heard loud and clear!

Whether it's on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Tiktok, or Instagram's Threads, your story can make a real impact. It's time to demand an economy that works for people, not corporate profits.

We've made it easy for you to join this powerful online action – everything you need is right here. Let's flood social media with real stories and call for a future where we put #PeopleOverProfit.
  • Use hashtags like #PeopleOverProfit and #auspol to make sure our message dominates the online conversation and gets the attention of key decision-makers.

  • Tag key figures like Senator Jane Hume, along with your local MPs, to make sure they hear directly from everyday Australians demanding bold solutions to the rising cost of living. You'll find more information about their social media handles and tags in the dropdowns below.

  • If you need some inspiration, check out GetUp's post here:


Once done, don't forget to tag or message us on social media, along with a link to your post!

So, what do you say? Will you stand up with thousands of Australians to demand an economy that puts #PeopleOverProfit?

Not on social media? No problem! You can still make an impact by contacting your local Labor MP or Senator directly through their office. Let them know you're calling for real solutions to the rising costs of living.
Facebook
Senator Jane Hume's account can be found here, and you can message her there or leave a comment on one of her posts.

Twitter/X
Senator Jane Hume's Twitter/X account can be found here, or you can tag her in your own Tweet using her Twitter handle @senatorhume.

Instagram Threads
You'll need to have the Threads application on your device to contact Senator Hume there. Once you do, can tag her in your own Thread using her Threads handle @senatorhume
It's up to you how you want to use this moment to share your thoughts and experiences about the rising cost of living. But here are a few tips to help get you started!

The theme of this action is #PeopleOverProfit.

Australians across the country are stepping up to share their stories about how the cost of living is affecting them. It's time for decision-makers to feel the pressure and listen to what we need.

If we come together and share our experiences, we can push for an economy that works for everyone – not just corporate profits. Here's how you can help:
  • On video or in a caption, share your story about how rising costs are impacting you and your community.
  • Use #PeopleOverProfit when posting on social media to ensure your voice joins the national conversation.

  • Tag @senatorhume, your local MPs, and other decision-makers to make sure they hear directly from everyday Australians.

Here's an example to get you started:
"In my experience, the rising cost of [housing/food/energy/others] has [describe your situation]. It's time to put #PeopleOverProfit."

The more stories we share, the harder it will be for them to ignore us. Let's show them that we're a people-powered movement ready to fight for real solutions.
The Cost of Living inquiry, led by Shadow Finance Minister Jane Hume, has spent the last two years investigating why Australians are struggling with rising costs.

However, despite hearing countless stories of hardship from everyday people, the inquiry has largely ignored the real drivers of this crisis: big business tax perks and corporate monopolies. Instead, Senator Hume and the inquiry have spent much of their time focusing on political blame-shifting, avoiding the structural changes that could actually make life more affordable for millions of Australians.

That's why together, we need to demand from Senator Jane Hume and the inquiry bold reforms that put people over profit:
  • Push for negative gearing reform to stop tax perks for wealthy investors driving up housing prices.
  • Demand for more social and public housing to ensure everyday Australians have access to affordable homes.
  • Ask for legislation to break up the supermarket duopoly, ensuring fair food prices for everyone.
  • Demand affordable energy through regulations to stop price gouging by energy companies.
The final report is due in November, and right now it's shaping up to protect corporate interests—unless we step in. That's why it's so important that we make our voices heard, push for real reforms, and ensure that this inquiry delivers for the people – not just for big business.