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Stand Up Against Unfairness: End the Access Tax Now!


Welcome to Stop the Access Tax, a movement dedicated to fighting the injustice that has been placed upon Moreton Bay Island residents. Unlike the rest of our community, island residents are unfairly burdened with an Access Tax—an additional cost imposed by the Redland City Council simply for returning to their homes. This is not just unfair; it is discriminatory, and it’s time we took a stand.


Why We Exist


The residents of Moreton Bay Islands are facing a unique and unjust financial burden. While everyone else in our community enjoys free access to their homes, island residents are charged just to step foot on the land they call home. This “Access Tax” is hidden from most of the public eye, and as a result, both islanders and mainlanders alike remain unaware of this unfair practice. 


Our Mission is Twofold:


1. Raise Awareness:

Our first goal is to shed light on this injustice. Most people are unaware that this Access Tax exists, and it’s our job to ensure that everyone knows about it. The more voices we have speaking out, the stronger our fight will be. 


2. Demand Change:

Awareness alone isn't enough. Our ultimate goal is to have this Access Tax removed entirely. Island residents deserve the same rights as their mainland neighbors, and that includes access to their homes being included in their general rates, not as an additional cost.


How You Can Help


- Join the Movement:

Sign up for updates, join our mailing list, and follow us on social media to stay informed about our latest actions and initiatives.

  

- Spread the Word:

Share this injustice with your friends, family, and neighbors. The more people who know about the Access Tax, the stronger our collective voice becomes.


- Take Action:

Participate in our campaigns, attend local council meetings, and make your voice heard. Together, we can demand the removal of this unfair tax.


Get Involved Today!


The time to act is now. Join us in our fight to end the Access Tax and ensure that all residents, whether they live on the islands or the mainland, are treated equally. Together, we can put an end to this discrimination and restore fairness to our community.


Stop the Access Tax – Because everyone deserves fair access to their home.

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