Ashok Kumar Tewatia

I am a potential Independent For Burt in future elections. Fighting for a better future, especially for the most important yet vulnerable Kids, Youth, Women, and Elderly

Policies

Keep WA Revenue for WA

WA drives Australia’s economy through its resource exports, but has limited federal influence with fewer MPs. Much of its revenue is redistributed to other states. The GST system is unfair to WA

Ensure Bulk Billed Stays

Australia prides on world-class healthcare system, but the reality is far from perfect. Long hospital wait times, emergency wait times, understaffed hospitals, and out-of-pocket costs are making it harder for everyday Australians.

Cheap Medicines & Fee Allergy medicines

Making essential medications free, especially for chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or asthma, could lead to improved health outcomes. Preventing complications from untreated conditions can reduce hospitalizations, emergency care, and long-term healthcare costs

Reduce Student HECS-HELP Debts

Australian government is not taking significant actions and hence HECS-HELP Indexation Remains High, No Interest-Free Periods and No Targeted Debt Relief

Increase Centrelink Payments

Centrelink has failed to provide support to the weakest in Society. While some are receiving payments but they are not enough. Leading families to cut down essential requirements to raise children.

Increase SPORTS Funding

The government finds money for big stadiums and elite sports but ignores grassroots sports, where most Aussies get active. Every local club should have free lighting and zero ground fees—it’s a small price for a healthier nation.

Parents Visit Visas

The Australian government promotes family values but makes it hard for migrant parents to stay. Parent visas are too expensive, have endless wait times, or impose strict conditions that separate families when they need each other most.

Increase Centrelink Payments

Centrelink has failed to provide support to the weakest in Society. While some are receiving payments but they are not enough. Leading families to cut down essential requirements to raise children.

High ChildCare Cost

The increasing cost of childcare places a significant financial strain on families, particularly those with lower incomes. This force parents, especially mothers, to delay returning to the workforce, reducing household income.

For Everyone

Bring House Prices Down

Owning a home in Australia has become a distant dream for many, and even renting is turning into a financial nightmare. House prices and rents are skyrocketing—pushing families, young and Australians closer to homelessness.

More Tax Cuts / Rebates

The government keeps squeezing everyday Australians with high taxes, while big corporations find loopholes to pay little to nothing. Why should hardworking families bear the burden while billion-dollar companies get away with paying less?

Bring Economy back on Track

Australia’s economy is struggling! Everyday Australians are paying the price. Rising inflation, unaffordable housing, failing healthcare, and job insecurity are making life harder, while the government keeps throwing money at the wrong problems.

Better Infrastructures

Traffic congestion, inadequate road networks, and poor maintenance are leading to significant inefficiencies. This results in lost productivity as commuters and freight are delayed, affecting businesses and the economy. Increased traffic and outdated infrastructure also contribute to longer travel times, higher fuel costs, and environmental damage.

Climate Change

Despite the country’s vulnerability to extreme weather events like bushfires, droughts, and flooding, there has been a lack of aggressive policies to reduce carbon emissions. The government has often prioritized economic interests, in industries like coal and natural gas, Australia’s role in global climate efforts and the potential future costs of inaction.

Support Small Business

Despite being a vital part of the economy, many small business owners face high operating costs, complex regulations, and limited access to funding. Small businesses struggling to compete with larger corporations. The support provided is not always enough or timely for many small businesses, further highlighting the gap in government support for this crucial sector

Authorized By: Ashok Kumar Tewatia, 19 Ogilvie Way Harrisdale 6112, WA