Gas Export Tax: A decision that could change what families can afford

The decision has been made. The conversation hasn't.

Many families are doing it tough right now! Rising grocery bills, energy costs, and a growing sense that the system isn't working for us. At the same time, gas companies are set to earn up to $107 billion this year from resources that belong to all Australians. Our kids included.

Last week, the PM ruled out a gas export levy in the budget. We think that's the wrong call and we think he needs to hear that from parents.

A 25% gas export levy would mean more of that value comes back through the tax system, to fund the childcare, schools and healthcare families actually rely on. That conversation isn't over. But it only continues if everyday voices keep pushing.

This is where you come in.

It takes 5 minutes to make your voice heard.

💬 You’ll likely speak to a friendly staffer or leave a voicemail - that’s perfectly okay. Every message counts. Be constructive and courteous.

Call Script or Talking Points for The Prime Ministers Office

Prime Minister - (02) 6277 7700 or (02) 9564 3588

Call Script PM

Hi, my name is [NAME]. I'm a parent from the electorate of [ELECTORATE NAME], I have [NUMBER] kids.

I'm calling as a parent to say I'm really disappointed that the PM has ruled out a gas export levy in the budget.

My family feels cost of living pressure every week. And gas companies are set to earn up to $107 billion this year from resources that belong to all of us, including my kids. A 25% export levy would mean more of that comes back to fund the schools, hospitals and services families like mine depend on. Ruling that out while parents are stretched doesn't feel like the right call for our kids' future.

I'd like this registered as constituent feedback from a parent: please keep a gas export levy on the agenda. Our kids deserve a fair share from Australia's resources and I'd like to know the PM has heard that from families like mine.

Thank you for your time.

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Step 2: Make Your Call - With Script or Talking Points

You’ve found your MP or Senator’s number - now it’s time to make the call. Use the calling script or talking points below for pointers.

Whether you prefer a full script or just a few key points to guide you, we’ve got you covered.

Calling script (make it your own)

Introduce yourself

Hi, my name is [NAME]. I'm a parent from [SUBURB], I have [NUMBER] kids.

Why you're calling

I'm calling because the PM ruled out a gas export levy last week, and as a parent it really doesn't sit right with me.

The point

My family feels the cost of living every week, bills, groceries, school costs. And then I hear that gas companies are set to earn up to $107 billion this year from resources that belong to all of us, including our kids, and we're getting almost nothing back through the tax system. A 25% gas export levy would mean more of that comes back to fund the schools, hospitals and services my family relies on.

The ask

I know this was the PM's decision, not [MP NAME]'s. But I'd really appreciate it if you could pass on to the PM's office that families in [SUBURB/ELECTORATE] are disappointed and that parents want this kept on the agenda for our kids' future. Can you record that as constituent feedback and make sure it reaches the right people?

Close

Thank you so much for your time. I really appreciate it.

Talking Points

Just hit the key points in your own way - you don’t have to be perfect!

1. Introduce yourself
"Hi [MP/Senator’s Name], I’m [name], a parent/carer/grandparent from [location]."

2. Frame the problem / concern

Calling to share views the PM ruling out gas export tax levy last week
Concern: whether Australia is getting a fair return from its resources during cost-of-living pressure

3. Share your emotional response & urgency

Families are feeling cost-of-living pressure (groceries, energy, everyday expenses)
Hard to reconcile rising pressure on households with large profits in gas sector
Concern about fairness and what this means for our kids’ future

4. Share your 'why'

Australia should receive fair value from its natural resources
Current system feels like households are carrying more of the burden
Evidence suggests a 25% levy since 2022 could have raised ~$63.8B (education, healthcare, relief)
Core principle: energy producers should not benefit at the expense of households

5. Make the ask / prompt action

Please record my support for gas export tax reform as constituent feedback.
Ask [MP/Minister] to pass on disappointment and confusion on why this 25% gas export levy isn't going ahead and corporations are being prioritised over the Australian families.
Thank them for their time.

Step 3: Tell us if you called - it helps us track momentum

Your action matters. By letting us know who you called, we can:

Keep track of which electorates have been contacted
Show decision-makers how many parents are raising their voices
Follow up strategically with MPs/Senators