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Better Things Are Possible

How rebellious hope will change the world
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Better Things Are Possible is a beacon of light in a dark political landscape. Jack Toohey is a refreshing and trusted voice with a positive mission, this book exemplifies that. — Hannah Ferguson, author of Bite Back A more sustainable and equitable Australia is an achievable... Read More
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Better Things Are Possible

A timely manifesto for political, social, and cultural progress, challenging systems and reimagining a just future.

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Better Things Are Possible is a beacon of light in a dark political landscape. Jack Toohey is a refreshing and trusted voice with a positive mission, this book exemplifies that. — Hannah Ferguson, author of Bite Back

A more sustainable and equitable Australia is an achievable reality — we just need the courage to get informed, get connected and show up for the future we want.

The housing crisis, climate change, persistent gender inequity. A mounting mental health epidemic, a floundering media landscape, a political class that seems increasingly disconnected from voters ...

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, you're not alone. But here's the thing: we created these systems, and so we can re-create them.

Better Things Are Possible is Jack Toohey's case for choosing hope over apathy. It's a rallying cry to replace defeatism with resilience and start channelling our energy into innovative solutions to the challenges we're facing.

'A book for punters who aren't afraid to stare down the mess we're in — and discover we're closer to fixing it than we think.' — Konrad Benjamin, Punter's Politics

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761471506

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 September 2025

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 422g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Jack Toohey is an Australian creative director and activist known for his ability to distil complex issues into clear, compelling content. He rose to prominence in 2023 with a viral video examining the difference between housing affordability in 1983 compared with 2023, which amassed over 20 million views. A former music photographer and creative agency founder, Jack has redirected his communication skills towards storytelling that exposes harmful systems and advocates for social and climate justice.

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