How-to guides

If you're new to the Raise the Rate Campaign, we've compiled all the resources you need to build community support and start taking action to help shift the narrative around income support.

Write to the Treasurer

Introduction In the lead up to the Federal Budget, the Raise the Rate for Good campaign is asking community organizations and groups to use their voice to urge the Treasurer to support...

How to meet with your MP

Your MP represents you. Meeting with them and sharing how you are directly affected by inadequate income support payments is the best way to turn them into champions for ‘Raise the Rate...

How to write a letter to the editor

Submitting a letter to the editor is a great way to draw more attention to the need to raise the rate for good. Read this step-by-step guide to find out more. 1....

How to call your MP

If we're going to secure an increase to income support payments, we need to show our politicians the reality of struggling to get by on the low rate. That's why our community floods our...