Australia · Community petition
Stop the war on “hoons”.
Start supporting men.
We call on Australian governments to look beyond labels and invest in men's mental health, belonging and practical community support — while keeping everyone safe on our roads.
To the Australian Government and state and territory governments
Replace the “war on hoons” framing with a response that combines road safety, accountability and support. Unsafe driving must not be excused, but a label should never replace an opportunity to help someone.
What we ask for
- Fund places where men can connect.
Support Men's Shed-style spaces and community workshops, including safe, supervised automotive projects, accessible to younger men as well as older men.
- Bring mental health support into the community.
Connect these initiatives with trained peer supporters and local mental health services, with clear pathways to professional help.
- Keep safety and dignity together.
Maintain action against dangerous driving while involving men, families and local communities in prevention, rather than relying on stigma.
- Evaluate and report openly.
Pilot government-supported initiatives and independently assess wellbeing, access to help and road safety before expanding them.
A proposal, not a proven explanation
This petition does not claim that all risky driving reflects distress, or that community workshops have been shown to prevent suicide or crashes. The dashboard's evidence review sets out the limits of the research.
This is an independent community petition, not an official parliamentary petition. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Australian Men's Shed Association or government. Visit the Australian Men's Shed Association.
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