Pallas in wonderland: Outgoing Treasurer’s big claim on economic record
Tim Pallas says Victoria’s economy is “improving and sound” despite leaving behind a debt hurtling towards $188bn and the highest taxes in the nation.
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Fire levy to double, parking fees up as Vic deficit blows out by $1.4bn
Victorian homeowners will be hit with a doubling in the fire services levy and parking fees will be jacked up — the latest tax grab coming as Treasurer Tim Pallas reveals the state’s budget deficit has blown out by $1.4bn over the financial year.
Allan government sets sights on heater, hot water in war on gas
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Journeyman bureaucrat Weimar confirmed as transport boss
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‘Horrified’: Jacinta Allan slams ruling on contraceptive device
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Indigenous group wants public locked out of Mt Arapiles ban talks
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Grim reality for Victorian businesses revealed
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Cladding tax secretly extended despite reaching $300m target
The Allan government has extended its controversial cladding levy – which adds thousands to the cost of new apartments – despite it meeting its target of $300m.
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