VICTORIA

Is the use of Emergency Funds for transport projects justified?

The Victorian government’s use of emergency contingency funds to finance major infrastructure projects, including the $34.5 billion Suburban Rail Loop (SRL), has raised concerns about transparency and fiscal responsibility. A recent revelation that over $5 billion was spent through a government “credit…

20 November, 2024

OPINION·VICTORIA

A troubling shift in sentencing practices

The recent training provided to Victorian magistrates raises significant concerns about the direction of our justice system, particularly regarding how we treat serious criminal offenders. In a disturbing move, magistrates were instructed to avoid imposing sentences that might lead to the deportation of…

30 October, 2024

AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

$675 million to repair Victoria’s roads

The Victorian Government is launching a $675 million maintenance operation targeting the state’s crumbling regional roads. The major initiative began Monday and will run for nine months, focusing on fixing potholes, reconstructing and resurfacing roads. Key projects include work on major roads…

16 October, 2024

OPINION·VICTORIA

Potholes Ahead: Victoria’s roads face a dismal future

As anyone who drives through Victoria can attest, potholes are becoming an all-too-frequent hazard on our roads. Unfortunately, with the recent cuts to resurfacing and rehabilitation works by the debt-laden Allan Government, the situation is set to worsen dramatically. This is not…

2 October, 2024

VICTORIA

Major campaign against the Victorian Government’s natural gas ban plans

The Allan government is facing backlash from natural gas supporters and plumbers, who are planning to reach up to 50,000 voters weekly in response to the government’s proposal to phase out natural gas connections in homes across Victoria. The campaign, which started…

24 September, 2024

VICTORIA

Reactions from Victorian voters on housing crisis and suburban rail loop

The Allan government is facing increasing pressure as a new poll reveals widespread dissatisfaction with its handling of the state’s housing crisis. As the anniversary of the government’s Housing Declaration approaches—which promises 80,000 new homes annually for the next decade—nearly 70% of…

24 September, 2024

VICTORIA

Victoria’s housing crisis worsening on nearly every key indicator, index shows

Victoria’s housing crisis has worsened on nearly every key indicator one year since the state government’s housing statement, which set to tackle affordability by building 800,000 new homes and increasing renters rights. The Council to Homeless Persons’ new Housing Insecurity Index shows:…

20 September, 2024

VICTORIA

Retired officer criticizes police handling of Andrews crash; Review uncovers major issues

A retired police officer, Scott Hanley, has criticized the handling of the Daniel and Catherine Andrews car crash, calling it a significant deviation from standard procedures. Hanley, a former senior constable, said his patrol unit was redirected away from the scene on…

18 September, 2024

AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

Thousands Rally in Melbourne for CFMEU Support Amidst Crackdown

Thousands of tradies and union members rallied in Melbourne’s CBD on Wednesday in support of the CFMEU, with a key union leader praising John Setka as an exemplary leader. Thousands Rally in Melbourne for CFMEU Support Amidst Crackdown, Workers from various unions,…

18 September, 2024

OPINION·VICTORIA

Ambulance Victoria’s Response Crisis: Immediate Reform Required

Recent revelations about Ambulance Victoria have exposed a troubling crisis in emergency medical response. Victorian Ambulance Union Secretary Danny Hill has highlighted a disturbing trend: some Code One cases—those classified as the most urgent and time-sensitive—have faced waits of over an hour…

18 September, 2024

VICTORIA

Third runway at Melbourne airport to provide economic boost

The long-awaited approval of a third runway at Melbourne Airport is set to provide a significant economic boost, reduce flight delays, and increase competition. However, due to an extended approval process, the $3 billion project is now expected to be operational by…

17 September, 2024

VICTORIA

Victoria may bid again for weapons expo despite protests

Treasurer Tim Pallas has indicated that Victoria might submit a bid to host the controversial weapons systems expo once again, despite recent protests that led to chaotic and costly disruptions. On the final day of the event, anti-war and anti-Israel demonstrators escalated…

17 September, 2024

AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

69-year-old man died after waiting 4 hours for an ambulance

A 69-year-old man in Melbourne’s east has died after waiting four hours for an ambulance due to severe shortages at Ambulance Victoria. The delays were caused by 50 ambulances being out of service due to a spate of sick leave, which the…

16 September, 2024

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VICTORIA

Is the use of Emergency Funds for transport projects justified?

A troubling shift in sentencing practices

$675 million to repair Victoria’s roads

Potholes Ahead: Victoria’s roads face a dismal future

Major campaign against the Victorian Government’s natural gas ban plans

Reactions from Victorian voters on housing crisis and suburban rail loop

Victoria’s housing crisis worsening on nearly every key indicator, index shows

Retired officer criticizes police handling of Andrews crash; Review uncovers major issues

Thousands Rally in Melbourne for CFMEU Support Amidst Crackdown

Ambulance Victoria’s Response Crisis: Immediate Reform Required

Third runway at Melbourne airport to provide economic boost

Victoria may bid again for weapons expo despite protests

69-year-old man died after waiting 4 hours for an ambulance

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