The People's Ballot

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Social Issues ● Open

How many genders do you recognise?

Biological sex is binary. Gender identity is legally recognised beyond male/female in Australia. What do you personally recognise — and what should the law reflect?

2 (Male/Female)More than 2
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Health ● Open

Should the government remove tax on tobacco?

Australia has among the world's highest tobacco taxes — a pack costs $50+. The tax raises ~$15B/yr but critics say it punishes working-class Australians who smoke at higher rates. Should it stay, go, or be redirected?

No — keep the taxYes — remove it
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Social Issues 🔴 Breaking — June 2026

Is "Ditch the Witch" sexist — and should it be allowed?

Happening right now in Melbourne: A billboard truck has been driving around Melbourne's CBD showing Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan wearing a witch's hat with the slogan "Ditch the Witch." The $105,000 campaign was funded by a local brothel owner and other Melbourne business owners who say the slogan is not sexist.

The background: "Ditch the Witch" was first used in 2011 against Julia Gillard — Australia's first female Prime Minister — at a rally where Tony Abbott spoke without objecting to the signs. Gillard responded with her famous 2012 "misogyny speech" in parliament, which went viral worldwide and is now studied in schools.

Now in June 2026, the same slogan is back — this time aimed at Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan. Both Gillard and PM Anthony Albanese have publicly condemned it. The billboards' funder says it is legitimate political protest.

Two real questions here — you decide:
1. Is the language sexist — targeting these women because they are women?
2. Even if it is sexist — should it be allowed in a democracy?

What they said: Jacinta Allan: "Sexism just has no place in our political debate, full stop."
Julia Gillard: "I am saddened to see this tired old trope resurrected."
Franco Puleo (funder): "I disagree it is sexist — it is political protest."
Anthony Albanese: "Completely unacceptable to demean, objectify or belittle women."
Yes — sexist & wrong No — fair political protest
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Cast Your Vote Added 9 Jun 2026
Health ● Open

Free dental care for all Australians under Medicare

Should the people's parliament adopt universal dental coverage as official policy, funded by a 0.5% Medicare levy increase?

Yes — 68% No — 32%
12,441 votes cast
Cast Your Vote Closes 3 Jun
Economy ● Open

Cap supermarket profits at 8% during cost-of-living crisis

A windfall tax on major supermarket chains during periods of elevated inflation, with proceeds returned to households as rebates.

Yes — 74% No — 26%
9,108 votes cast
Cast Your Vote Closes 5 Jun
Environment ● Open

Ban new coal mining licences effective immediately

Should Australia cease issuing new coal extraction licences while honouring existing contracts through to natural expiry?

Yes — 61% No — 39%
8,773 votes cast
Cast Your Vote Closes 7 Jun
Education ● Open

Make all TAFE courses free for under-25s

Universal free TAFE access for young Australians, targeting trade skills shortages in construction, healthcare and tech sectors.

Yes — 83% No — 17%
6,590 votes cast
Cast Your Vote Closes 9 Jun
Recently Closed — Final Results
Health ✔ Passed

Increase mental health funding by $2B annually

Dedicated federal funding for mental health services, GP referrals, and regional outreach programs.

Yes — 91% No — 9%
18,320 votes cast
Poll Closed Closed 28 May
Economy ✖ Rejected

Privatise Australia Post delivery services

A proposal to sell Australia Post's parcel and letter delivery operations to private operators to reduce government expenditure.

Yes — 18% No — 82%
11,042 votes cast
Poll Closed Closed 22 May

Propose New Legislation

Any Australian can submit a policy idea for consideration. Popular proposals with community support will be put to a formal vote by the People's Parliament.

Proposals are reviewed by the community before being put to a vote. Spam or off-topic submissions will be removed.