Affordable Energy Australia
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The petition

Sign it. Send a message no politician can ignore.

Your name joins everyday Australians from every state, every electorate, and every walk of life, demanding leadership that puts affordability first.

“We call on Australia’s leaders to prioritise affordable & reliable energy.”

Why your signature matters

For too long, energy policy has been written for ideology and vested interests rather than for the families and businesses paying the bills. The cost is being borne by households who can least afford it.

Adding your name puts you on the record. It joins your voice with everyday Australians from every state, every electorate, and every walk of life, demanding leadership that puts affordability first.

$1,367

Average household energy debt

Source: Australian Energy Regulator
220%

Electricity price rise for households since 2004

Source: ABS
7,669

Victorian families disconnected from power in 2023–24

Source: Essential Services Commission
84%

Households with serious concerns about the cost of power

Source: Choice National Survey

Voices from Australia

Why they signed.

A small sample of the thousands of stories left when supporters add their name. Names changed where requested.

Power prices are driving up the cost of everything — fuel, groceries, our mortgage. It’s getting harder and harder for young families like us to afford the basics.
Kevin, 34

Father of two, Central Coast NSW

My students are so worried about there not being enough jobs for them when they graduate. I don’t see how we can have a strong economy without affordable power.
Nathalia, 28

Teacher, Southwest Sydney

Increasing energy prices and the associated increased prices of other inputs are putting significant pressure on already tight margins for our family farms.
Jane, 42

Farmer, Victoria