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A better Australia is possible - David Pocock on Gas Taxes, Property & Gambling
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- May 4, 2026
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Summary
From gas taxes to housing affordability and gambling reform, Senator David Pocock lays out a clear argument: Australia’s biggest problems aren’t unsolvable, they’re just not being tackled long-term. We unpack why policy short-termism is costing Australians, where vested interests hold influence, and what a more ambitious, future-focused Australia could look like. Chapters: 00:00 – Introducing David Pocock: from Wallabies captain to parliament 03:04 – Quickfire: Pocock’s backstory, activism, and personal values 07:29 – What gives Pocock hope in Australian politics? 09:24 – The problem with short-term decision making in government 11:08 – Money, lobbying, and incentives in politics 20:57 – Gas tax: why Australians aren’t getting paid for their resources 30:04 – Housing crisis: supply vs tax reform and structural issues 38:36 – Gambling ads and the failure of partial bans 45:31 – AI, jobs, and why Australia isn’t prepared 51:08 – Where political pressure is actually working ——— Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group . ——— Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we’ve got you covered . Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast ( Apple | Spotify ) We’re particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis Points Listen to the podcast ( Apple | Spotify ) Watch on YouTube Read the monthly email ——— Looking for some of our favourite research tools? Download our free Basics of ETF handbook Or our free 4-step stock checklist Find company information on TIKR Research…