Ben Hood was elected to the South Australian Legislative Council in March 2023. He lives in Mount Gambier with his family and is a passionate advocate for regional South Australia, for smaller, less interventionist government and conservative values.

Ben Hood MLC

2 hours ago

Ingrid owns Adelaide Wedding Hire and Adelaide Party Hire and says she would love to hire more staff but the prospect of a large payroll tax bill is a roadblock - especially in the current economic climate.

We want to see the government supporting business growth in South Australia by raising the payroll tax threshold - it’s just common sense.

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Ben Hood MLC

8 hours ago

South Australia runs on diesel, and right now we are exposed. We import almost all our fuel, yet industries like agriculture depend on it to sustain billions in production each year.

We have put forward a practical plan to strengthen fuel security across the state. It includes a strategic diesel reserve, stronger storage for farms and industry, and a dedicated Fuel Security Coordinator to manage supply during disruptions.

In the short term, we are calling on the government to secure an initial reserve now, following the lead of Western Australia and Tasmania. This is about protecting farmers, keeping supply chains moving and making sure essential services can operate when it matters most. ... See MoreSee Less

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Ben Hood MLC

4 days ago

We’ve announced a plan to shore up South Australian diesel reserves for the future.👇🏼 ... See MoreSee Less

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Ben Hood MLC

1 week ago

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