Matt Burnell (Spence, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

Many of us spend a great deal of time with our constituents, discussing what we can deliver for them as their members of parliament. This Sunday, I will be out doorknocking in Virginia and speaking to residents about what others can deliver instead: convincing Australia Post to deliver mail to their homes, after many unsuccessful attempts over the years. Close to 150 concerned locals in Virginia have approached my office, expressing frustration with Australia Post placing the street-side delivery of their mail in the too-hard basket. This changed after raising their concerns with the CEO of Australia Post. As a result, many in Virginia may have noticed a letter being delivered directly to their homes earlier this month. But, unless they act, it may be the last.

That letter contained their household's voting form as part of a mail delivery poll of the local area by Australia Post. At 5 pm on 31 May, if more than half the area polled have stamped their approval, this proposal will no longer need to push the envelope but instead be signed, sealed and delivered. Over the remaining fortnight, I encourage everyone in Virginia who received a ballot to think outside of the PO Box so Australia Post receives the message loud and clear. Cast your vote together as a community and win together as one, too. And here's just a reminder that if you don't vote that's classified as a 'no' vote. We need to get this over the line. Please vote yes, and get your vote in ASAP.

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