Australia decided its new government on 18 May 2019.

Before the election we identified a number of issues to talk to candidates about to influence the conversation.  Thank you for raising awareness! A number of these issues become key election topics, reaffirming that when the community cares about a topic, our leaders will respond.  

The Salvation Army believes these issues are important as they help to address inequality and disadvantage in Australia.  They are also things the new federal government can immediately take action on: