Top scientist to drive state’s clean energy push
The Victorian government has revealed its expert panel appointed to resurrect the state electricity commission months after the election.
State Election
Liberals win last seat in Victorian election
The Liberal Party has finally claimed the electorate of Narracan two months after the state election, bringing the Coalition to one more seat than it held after 2018.
Dan’s big admission on election result
Dan Andrews admitted his party can do more in Melbourne’s north and west, where safe Labor seats saw massive swings against them at the recent state election.
Greens blamed for Melbourne’s housing crisis
Environmental protesters and Green-tinged councils are “denying young Victorians a chance to buy their first home”, a new Victorian Liberal MP says.
Dan keeps ‘open mind’ on weed driving change
Premier Daniel Andrews says he is open to a proposed reform that would allow medicinal cannabis users to get behind the wheel.
Ousted Fiona Patten open to working with Dan
Ousted Victorian politician Fiona Patten has revealed she wouldn’t rule out taking a job with Daniel Andrews if offered in the future.
New Vic Libs leader John Pesutto aims to revive party
Newly elected Victorian Liberal Party leader John Pesutto has said he wants to rebuild the party and thinks he can win the 2026 election.
Cannabis party to work with Dan on law change
After the high of their strong state election result, a new weed-friendly political party has revealed what’s on the “top of their agenda” for Victoria.
Old guard v religious right in Libs’ leadership showdown
John Pesutto and Brad Battin are set to face off in a bid to lead the Victoria Liberal Party in what’s been described as a “fight for the soul of the party”.
Libs may ban trucks on congested Rosanna Rd
TRUCKS could be banned from using one of Banyule’s most congested roads during certain times if the Liberals are re-elected in November.
Dixon promises $1.2 million
THE Liberals have announced $1.2 million to upgrade Carnegie Primary School if re-elected.
Liberals hold out on school upgrade
ONE month out from the state election, the Liberal Party is yet to commit to completing Werribee Secondary College’s rebuild if re-elected.
School promised $4.5m in pre-election blitz
PREMIER Denis Napthine today promised Vermont Primary School $4.5m for upgrades if his Government is re-elected.
Labor promises to reopen Greensborough TAFE
OPPOSITION Leader Daniel Andrews has promised to reopen Greensborough TAFE if Labor wins the state election.
Rail proponents suspect politics trumps people
ANGER is growing amid concerns that Knox residents living in safe Liberal seats are being sidelined over the Rowville rail.
Promise to improve train station parking
CAR parking is set to improve at Mordialloc and Parkdale train stations, under a $3m Coalition Government pledge.
Premier promises school $1 million for upgrades
ASHWOOD School will receive $1 million for desperately needed upgrades if the State Government is re-elected, Premier Denis Napthine has announced.
Epping North freeway interchange campaign ramps up
EPPING North continues to be neglected by the major political parties, who are yet to commit to a O’Herns Rd-Hume Freeway interchange.
VicRoads pulls rank on East West Link protest signs
VICROADS has forced the removal of two signs on Alexandra Parade supporting a Doncaster Rail line instead of the East West Link — two years after they were put up.
Libs won’t commit to Stop the Tip
A LIBERAL candidate standing in next month’s election says the State Government is reluctant to call in the Boral landfill expansion application for fears of legal action.
Ditch link and spend on train lines, say Greens
THE Coalition’s commitment to extend a rail line in Melbourne’s northeast has given local campaigners another reason to push for the Doncaster link.
Road to removing trucks
LABOR has promised its solution to the west’s truck woes would not involve the destruction of Spotswood houses, Spotswood Oval and the West Gate Golf Course.
Safety promise on Bentleigh West PS crossing
LABOR has added to its list of pre-election promises with a plan to make a notorious school crossing near Bentleigh West Primary School safer.
Old college site could get new school
THE State Government has not ruled out building a new school on the former Banksia Latrobe College site in Bellfield.
Another crossing to go under Labor
LABOR has announced it will remove the Melton Highway level crossing in Taylors Lakes if elected on November 29.
School wins an upgrade
STRATHMORE Primary School is guaranteed an upgrade after the state Liberal Party pledged $4.5 million to the school if the Coalition is re-elected.
Election sweetener for AJAX
AJAX seniors have been promised $200,000 toward a home ground upgrade at Albert Park if the Liberals are re-elected.
Political sign squabbles stir up voters
PLACARDS and signs of Frankston candidates are popping up across the electorate. But have some candidates taken it a step too far?
Crowded Port Phillip schools a state election ‘deal-breaker’
PARENTS are warning Albert Park political candidates the local education crisis will be a vote decider at the State Election.
Support for health revamp
MARIBYRNONG Council will lobby both major parties for a $550 million redevelopment of Western Health ahead of the upcoming state election.
Train journey like ‘a tin of sardines’
THE experience of travelling on public transport mirrors a tin of sardines, says Frankston Greens candidate Jeanette Swain.
Promise for Mordialloc Pier upgrade
MORDIALLOC Pier will be extended and upgraded to the tune of $3.25 million if the Coalition Government is re-elected in November.
Cash pledge for Kew High School
EDUCATION in Kew will be given a $2.1 million boost this year if the State Coalition Government is re-elected in November.
Barriers may mean racecourse has to shut down, warns CEO
IN THE throes of the Spring Racing Carnival, a Labor promise to revoke the Moonee Valley Racing Club’s masterplan has the chief executive warning the club may have to close.
Libs cop flak for surge in Kingston crime
THE Opposition has attacked the Coalition Government over its record on crime in Kingston while it has been in office, singling out the 108 per cent increase in drug offences.
Traffic pain on Thompsons
LIBERALS yet to match Labor’s $175 million commitment for works to fix Thompsons Rd and ease one of Casey’s worst traffic snarls.
Community voices unite at key forum
HOBSONS Bay residents can make sure their voices are heard on topics including heritage, sustainable development and community infrastructure at a state election candidates forum.
Comets promise of $1.5m for new digs
CASEY Comets Soccer Club has welcomed a State Government election promise of $1.5 million to help upgrade its O’Tooles Rd, Cranbourne, clubrooms.
Pre-election promises for Macedon Ranges schools
TWO Macedon Ranges schools have become the centre of the hotly contested race for the state seat of Macedon.
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