Treasurer Jim Chalmers Launches Justine Elliot’s 2025 Campaign at Ocean Shores

Treasurer Jim Chalmers offcially launched local Labor MP Justine Elliot’s campaign for the 2025 federal election on Saturday at the Ocean Shores Country Club, with over 150 Labor members and supporters in attendance. The event featured special guest and former world boxing champion, Jeff Horn.

During the launch, Justine Elliot outlined her vision for the community and emphasized the importance of re-electing the Albanese Labor Government.

Justine Elliot’s Vision for the Community

“I am asking for your vote at the 2025 federal election to keep delivering for our community,” Justine said. “This election is a clear choice between building Australia’s future with the Albanese Labor Government or taking Australia backwards with Peter Dutton and the Liberals and Nationals.”

Elliot highlighted key Labor achievements and commitments:

Cost of living relief, including tax cuts, energy bill assistance, cheaper childcare, and medicines.

Fee-free TAFE and increased rent assistance.

Support for pensioners, such as freezing deeming rates.

Student debt relief and efforts to secure fairer outcomes for farmers and families.

She also noted that her efforts as a local MP have brought over $3 billion in funding to the region, a result of close collaboration with the community.

A Warning About the Alternative Elliot criticized Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, citing his track record as Health Minister and his party’s policies: Attempts to scrap bulk billing and introduce a tax on GP visits.

A six-year freeze on Medicare rebates and cuts of $50 billion from hospitals.

Current plans that could impact Medicare, cheaper medicines, bulk billing, and the age pension.

She warned that a Dutton-led government would “take us backwards,” leaving Australians worse off.

Treasurer Chalmers’ Support

Treasurer Jim Chalmers endorsed Justine Elliot as a strong advocate for the community and praised her dedication to delivering results for locals.

“Justine is a tireless worker for her community, and I’m proud to support her campaign,” Chalmers said. “Labor is focused on building a better future for all Australians, and Justine is a key part of that vision.”

The Path Forward

Concluding her speech, Elliot urged voters to support her re-election to continue delivering for the community and to ensure that Labor remains in government to build a stronger future for Australia.

“The choice is clear. I’m always here for you, and now I’m asking for your vote to keep delivering for our community and to build Australia’s future,” she said.