Ro Knox: Wentworth needs real results

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By Ro Knox

Wentworth is my home, and I’m running because our community deserves strong, experienced leadership with a real seat at the table.

Our Greek community plays a pivotal role in shaping the character and vibrancy of Wentworth.

This community has built businesses, supported local schools, and brought generations of resilience – not to mention great food!

Recently, I had the privilege of taking a special gift from St George Church Rose Bay to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, the seat of the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem. Carrying this gift from Rose Bay to Jerusalem was a powerful reminder of the deep connections that bind our communities.

Federal candidate for Wentworth delivers icon to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Ro Knox took a special gift from St George Church Rose Bay to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, the seat of the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem.

When I speak to people across Wentworth, I hear the same concerns: the cost of living is out of control, small businesses are struggling, and our vibrant, safe community is at risk. We need leadership that delivers, not one that relies on empty political marketing.

Cost of living relief

The number one issue I hear from people is that life has become too expensive. Families, retirees, and young Australians are all feeling the strain. I recently met a woman in her late 50s who had to move back in with her parents because she couldn’t afford the rent. That is not the Australia we know and love.

The Labor government, backed by the Teals and the Greens, has lost control of the economy. We must get inflation under control by cutting government waste, fixing the energy system, keeping taxes low, and ensuring real competition – not stifling businesses with over-regulation.

A stronger, more innovative economy

Wentworth has long been a hub for entrepreneurs, innovators, and small businesses. Right now, businesses are struggling under red tape, rising costs, and policies that discourage investment.

Many of our Greek small businesses have been the backbone of this community for decades, providing jobs and a strong sense of local identity. But too many are now struggling as Labor, the Greens, and the Teals impose policies that make it harder to thrive.

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St Sophia and Three Daughters Parish at Surry Hills runs a feeding program for the homeless every Monday.

One business owner on Oxford Street told me, “Government just needs to get out of the way so we can get things done.” Our small business owners, who have built their businesses through hard work, should not have to fight against a government that hinders progress.

Under a Liberal government, we will cut red tape, lower taxes, and back Australia’s brightest minds. We need to lead in advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and medical research – not drive investment away.

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Ro Knox.

A safer, more united Wentworth

Wentworth has always been a diverse and welcoming community, but that is at risk. Residents are fed up with violent attacks, graffiti, firebombings, and antisemitic acts.

Every community who has worked so hard to make Wentworth a better place, deserves to live in safety without fear.

Labor, the Greens, and the Teals have failed to protect us. It’s time for real action. We will invest in stronger crime prevention, support our police force, and combat hate in all its forms.

Wentworth deserves better

The Teals may run slick marketing campaigns, but they don’t deliver. They would ensure another three years of Anthony Albanese and Labor – who have ignored the concerns of Wentworth.

Wentworth needs a representative who has influence in government, someone who will fight for the things that matter – someone who won’t vote with the Greens and Labor 70% of the time on legislation. We need a voice for our businesses, our families, and our safety.

We must win back Wentworth to get Australia back on track.

That’s why I’m running, and why I need your support.

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