How the Two-Party Monopoly Controls Australia – And How to Break Free
Introduction
For decades, Australia has been controlled by a two-party political monopoly that leaves voters with little real choice. Labor and the Coalition have dominated Parliament, blocking reforms that would give Australians more direct influence over governance. Instead of working for the people, these parties focus on preserving their power, protecting their corporate donors, and silencing competition.
This system is not true democracy. It is an illusion of choice, designed to make Australians feel like they have a say, when in reality, decisions are made behind closed doors by a political elite.
The only way to break free is to dismantle the system that allows them to maintain control. That’s where Aussies Power comes in.
The Two-Party Monopoly Problem
1. They Rig the System to Block Competition
The major parties have rewritten electoral laws to benefit themselves and lock out smaller parties and independents.
Public funding rules heavily favour established parties, making it nearly impossible for new movements to secure financial support.
Ballot placement laws push independents and smaller parties to the bottom of voting sheets, making them less visible.
Unfair signature requirements and registration fees create significant barriers for new political groups.
These laws ensure that the same two parties remain in control, regardless of what Australians actually want.
2. They Use Corporate Money to Stay in Power
The biggest corporations donate to both Labor and the Coalition, ensuring that, no matter who wins, their interests are protected.
These donations buy policy influence, with major industries like mining, banking, and pharmaceuticals dictating national policies.
Small parties and independent candidates don’t have access to the same funding, making it nearly impossible to compete on an equal footing.
3. They Control the Media Narrative
The mainstream media is deeply connected to political parties, ensuring that alternative political models—like Direct Democracy—are rarely discussed.
Murdoch-owned media outlets, which control a significant portion of Australia’s news, consistently support major party interests.
Independent political movements are often ignored or discredited, preventing Australians from learning about real alternatives.
4. The Illusion of Choice
Every few years, Australians go to the polls believing they are choosing a new direction—but in reality, nothing fundamentally changes.
Both major parties are funded by the same corporations, making their policies remarkably similar on key economic and foreign policy issues.
Lobby groups and donors influence both sides, ensuring that no government can truly act independently.
Many voters don’t support either party but feel forced to choose the “lesser evil.”
This is not a functioning democracy—this is a political duopoly that serves itself first and the people last.
How Aussies Power Ends the Monopoly
Aussies Power dismantles the two-party system by removing the need for parties altogether. Instead of voting for politicians, Australians will vote directly on laws and policies, creating a system where the people—not career politicians—are in charge.
1. No More Parties—Just Policies
Australians will vote directly on national policies instead of electing representatives who make decisions for them.
Decisions will be based on public will, not party ideology.
No more career politicians—just a government that truly serves the people.
2. No More Backroom Deals
All major policy decisions will be publicly debated and voted on by the people. Corporate donations and lobbying will become irrelevant because politicians will no longer control lawmaking. Every vote and policy decision will be transparent and tamper-proof, thanks to secure blockchain technology.
3. Real Democracy—Not an Illusion
Power will belong to the people, not political elites. Australians will have real control over their future, instead of trusting politicians who break promises. A government run by direct democracy ensures that the system works for everyone—not just the wealthy and well-connected.
Conclusion
For too long, Australians have been trapped in a system where real change is impossible. The two-party monopoly has created a government that serves itself—not the people. But we don’t have to accept this broken system.
We can build something better. Aussies Power offers a bold, realistic solution—a Direct Democracy model that removes the middlemen and gives every Australian an equal say.
The time for real democracy is now. Join Aussies Power and help break the two-party monopoly today.
Written by Vincent Marty – Founder of Aussies Power. Reproduction is permitted provided the original author is credited.