Putting People First, Building a Better Future.
A message from Jo…
G’day, I’m Jo!
As a working mum raising two young girls with my husband Ravi and through my previous role as a national voice for parents, I understand the many ups and downs of raising a family at the moment.
I’ve spent my working life advocating to make life better for working families—focusing on issues like greater access to affordable, high-quality early learning and care.
I know that the increasing cost of living is having a real impact on many local families and households. I also know firsthand the difference good government can make. That’s why I’m committed to doing what I can to help ease the pressures our community is facing.
I’m here to work hard every single day to make our community stronger. I’d love to hear your thoughts and ideas—together, we can make a difference.
Jo Briskey - Labor Candidate for Maribyrnong
Jo with her family, husband Ravi and Gweny (11yrs) and Margot (7yrs)
Easing the Cost of Living for All Australians
Right now, Australians across the country are feeling the strain of rising costs. Whether it’s energy bills, rent, groceries, or everyday essentials, I know how tough it is to keep up. I’m proud Labor is delivering real and practical measures to ease the pressure and help people get ahead.
Giving every taxpayer a tax cut
Providing $300 off every Australian household’s power bill, and a rebate of $325 for 1 million small businesses
Freezing the maximum cost of PBS prescriptions for a year for all Medicare card holders and 5 years for pension concession card holders
Boosting government Paid Parental Leave, moving towards six months of paid time off
Wiping $3 billion in student debt and changing the way HELP loans are indexed
Increasing the Commonwealth Rent Assistance payment by 25% since coming to Government
Cheaper child care for more Australians
These are just some of the practical measures being delivered to support Australians through rising costs. If you need help navigating these initiatives or accessing support, I’m here to help.
Together, we can ease the pressure and build a stronger, fairer future for everyone.
Jo wants better support for local families, especially around cost of living pressures like childcare, education and healthcare.
Supporting Families with Affordable Early Education
As a working mum, I know how tough it can be to juggle raising kids, work, and the rising cost of living. That’s why I’m so proud of Labor’s plan to make early education and care more affordable and accessible for local families.
A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will deliver a 3 Day Guarantee, ensuring every child can access at least three days of high-quality, subsidised early education each week. For families struggling with childcare costs, this is about easing financial pressure and giving every child the best start in life.
Labor has already cut the cost of early education, saving families an average of $4,400 a year through our Cheaper Child Care reforms. And we’re investing in the workforce with a 15 per cent pay rise for early educators, because families rely on them every single day.
These plans will make a real difference for families across Australia—easing the cost of living, creating more opportunities for parents to work or study, and ensuring every child has access to the education they deserve.
Building a Future of Affordable Housing for Our Community
Housing affordability is one of the biggest challenges facing our community. Whether it’s first-home buyers trying to get a foot in the market, renters feeling the squeeze, or those searching for safe and secure housing, everyone deserves the foundation of a stable home.
The Albanese Labor Government is taking action to address this, with a plan to build 1.2 million new homes by 2030. This includes boosting the construction workforce, cutting red tape, and investing in social housing to support those most in need. At the heart of this plan is the $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund, delivering 30,000 new social and affordable homes in its first five years. These homes will provide targeted support for women and children escaping domestic violence, frontline workers, Indigenous communities, and veterans.
Having a safe, affordable place to call home can transform lives. These investments are about providing long-term solutions—reducing homelessness, easing the pressure on renters, and creating opportunities for families to plan for a better future.
If you’re experiencing housing stress, need help navigating support services, or want to share your story, my team is here to listen and help. Together, we can build a fairer future where everyone has access to a secure and affordable home.
Cutting Student Debt for All Australians
A re-elected Albanese Labor Government is committed to easing the financial pressure on millions of Australians by cutting 20% off student debt for everyone. This is about delivering real cost of living relief to the 3 million Australians carrying student debt.
For the average university graduate, this means $5,500 less to pay off, making it easier to get ahead and build a brighter future. It’s a measure that will help reduce financial barriers for many, allowing people to invest in their futures without the weight of debt holding them back.
This is part of our ongoing commitment to making life more affordable for Australians, and we’re delivering this relief to support those who have worked hard to earn their qualifications.
