South Australia proposes a ban on political donations
South Australia's Labor government says it wants "money out of politics" and will introduce legislation to ban electoral donations.
South Australia's government will introduce legislation to ban electoral donations. Newly registered political parties and unendorsed candidates would be entitled to receive donations of up to $2,700. Premier Peter Malinauskas said the reforms may face legal challenge.
Electoral donations are kind of arms length influence. I think we are well beyond that in SA where politician's families and future careers are deeply intertwined with the businesses and organizations seeking influence.