Your Voice Has Power

 

Writing to politicians is one of the simplest and most effective ways to pressure decision-makers and show that community opposition to native forest logging is strong, informed and widespread.

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Politicians work for us - and they need to be reminded of that.

While one letter might not shift policy, hundreds of them can spark change. A full inbox tells an MP that people are watching, that forests matter to their constituents, and that continued destruction will come with political consequences.

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Why It Matters

Politicians keep tabs on which issues generate the most mail. Logging companies have lobbyists - we have community. 

Letter writing:

• Builds pressure from the ground up

• Holds elected representatives accountable

• Amplifies the message from the forests to Parliament

• Shows that public opposition is real, local and organised​

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We’ve Made It Easy

Don’t know where to start? We’ve got you covered. Use our letter-writing templates as a guide - personalise it with your own voice, experiences and concerns to make a bigger impact. 

👉 Find templates at the bottom of this page

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You’ll also find a list of key politicians you can write to, including:

• The NSW Premier

• Cabinet Members

• Federal representatives

👉 Find the current list of who to contact at the bottom of this page

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Tips for Effective Letters

• Be respectful but firm - you’re holding them to account, not making threats

• Keep it personal - explain why forests matter to you

• Refer to current events or logging happening in your region

• Ask for action - whether that’s an end to native forest logging, better protections for threatened species, or support for plantation-only forestry

• If you get a response, follow up - let them know you’re paying attention

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Send it Your Way

You can send your letter:

• By post - a handwritten or printed letter carries weight

• By email - faster and still effective

• In person - deliver it to your local MP’s office

We also encourage you to share your letter online, tag your MP, and use your platform to encourage others to write too.

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Make Yourself Heard

Logging is political. Politicians can choose to end it. But they won’t unless we demand it - loudly, repeatedly, and together.​

Whether you’ve got five minutes or an afternoon, writing a letter is a powerful way to stand for the forests.​

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Add your voice to the movement. Let them know we won’t stand by while public forests are destroyed for private profit.

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