I am a Yass Valley resident who, alongside my wife, has personally been affected by the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic response. We are both vaccine injured due to the decisions endorsed by federal and state governments. The struggles we have faced are emblematic of a wider problem, suggesting that the official response to the pandemic needs thorough investigation.

The call for a royal commission into the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic is a necessary procedure to unpack the decisions that have impacted countless Australian lives. A thorough, independent investigation will ensure transparency, involving scrutiny over the actions of both the federal and state governments during this unprecedented crisis.

We believe that everyone affected, directly or indirectly, deserves answers. A royal commission would be a step towards understanding what could have been done differently and how we can best prepare for future crises. Your signature can help expose the learnings needed to shield our nation from suffering similar outcomes in future pandemics.

Please sign this petition and join the call for a comprehensive investigation of Australia's federal and state governments. Our shared experience commands a need for justice, transparency, and accountability.