Supporting Health and Community

I’ve just caught wind of a potential health policy that actually makes sense.

Australia is stirring up the conversation around making gym memberships tax-deductible. 

Yes, you heard that right. And before you brush this off as another bureaucratic move, let me break down why this is the kind of policy every true advocate for freedom, health, and fiscal responsibility should get behind.

Firstly, let's address the elephant in the room: our healthcare system is buckling under the weight of preventable diseases. 

Obesity, heart disease, mental health issues—you name it, they’re on the rise, and it’s costing us a fortune. 

According to a piece by Courtney Gould on NCA NewsWire, there’s a push by the fitness body AUSactive to stop penalising health-conscious Aussies and, by extension, Americans who are just trying to keep themselves out of the hospital.

Barrie Elvish, the chief of AUSactive, hit the nail on the head when he called this proposal a “no-brainer.” 

And he’s right. 

Why is our system rigged to favour sickness over health? 

Why can we deduct donations to health non-profits but not what we spend on keeping ourselves fit? 

It’s backwards.

Here’s why we need to take this idea seriously:

• Health is Wealth: It’s not just a saying; it’s the truth. Physical activity can ward off a significant chunk of diseases. If we’re serious about slashing healthcare costs and boosting our quality of life, here’s our answer.

• Economic Sense: Think about it. The government loves to incentivise everything under the sun with tax breaks. Why not something that actually reduces healthcare spending and boosts productivity? We’re talking about saving billions here.

• Community Strength: Gyms and fitness centres are more than sweat factories. They’re where we build community, accountability, and resilience. They’re where we stand shoulder to shoulder with our fellow citizens, working on ourselves, together. That’s the fabric of our society.

• It’s Only Fair: Right now, our tax code caters to the sedentary and the sick. It’s time to level the playing field and give a nod to those of us who take our health into our own hands. Making gym memberships tax-deductible is a step toward recognising personal responsibility in health.

• Shaking Up the System: This isn’t just about fitness, it’s about advocating for policies that actually make sense, that promote liberty and personal accountability. It’s about showing that we’re not just talk—we’re about action that leads to real, positive change.

What do you think? Should Australia make gym memberships tax deductible? 

Let me know,
Marko

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