The Low Divide: Australia's Anti-Corruption Blueprint

Hardwire a 40% wage bonus for affected workers directly into the reform legislation — paid the moment it passes. Converts the loudest opponents into the loudest advocates. The side payments cost 3.7 cents per dollar of new revenue generated.

Performance-linked ministerial salaries tied to the bottom 20% of earners — backed by 60 years of Singapore data, three academic studies, and a Democratic Transition Annuity that permanently closes the revolving door.