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”.
Casual sick pay scheme could cost $250m
The Andrews government has revealed how many casual workers have been paid to stay home while sick under its Australian-first scheme.
Andrews speaks as book closes on red shirts rort
Daniel Andrews says he doesn’t need to feel “vindicated” by the latest probe as the state’s watchdog says parliament must act or “these scandals are unlikely to be the last”.
Labor ‘red shirts’ rort architect steps down
John Lenders, who was the key architect of the infamous red shirts scheme, will no longer be on the Labor Party’s campaign committee.
Libs’ attempt to counter teals is desperate, reckless
I’m disgusted by this cowardly policy, it has not been developed to reduce the world’s temperature — it is purely to appease a “teal” assault at the upcoming state election.
Andrews govt minister’s ‘extreme’ call on conflict risk
Victoria’s new planning minister has made a bombshell move that could spark compensation claims from a lobby group.
Smith ‘disgusted’ by Libs’ surprise climate pledge
Outgoing Liberal MP Tim Smith has branded his party’s unexpected pledge to legislate a 50 per cent emissions reduction by 2030 as “reckless and desperate”.
West Gate Tunnel feud could spark corruption probe
The Andrews government’s role in a bitter union turf war on the West Gate Tunnel and other government projects has been referred to the state’s corruption watchdog for a potential probe.
Lib MP banned from parliament over behaviour claims
The Victorian parliament is investigating allegations a senior Liberal MP behaved inappropriately towards staff.
Judge slammed over ‘arrogant, ignorant’ criticism
The state’s former top prosecutor has deemed a retiring judge’s parting pot-shot at parliament over mandatory sentencing as arrogant and ignorant.
The man set to become Vic Libs’ new president
A former federal senator is set to take over from Robert Clark as Victorian Liberal party president after his only other challenger pulled out of the race.
Victorian Nationals lose deputy leader
Steph Ryan says she is “immensely proud” to have served as the deputy leader, but will leave politics to spend more time with family.
Guy blasts pandemic laws extension
Opposition leader Matthew Guy says the Andrews government’s decision to extend the pandemic declaration shows the Premier’s “lust for power and control”.
Teal organisers hunt for state election candidates
Teal organisers linked to the campaign of Kooyong MP Monique Ryan are once again looking to claim Liberal heartland.
Hits and misses of new state election rivalries
Daniel Andrews’ new cabinet sets up a fresh round of clashes in key portfolios. Here are the key match ups and their pros and cons.
Five tragedies that haunt Lisa Neville
Police Minister Lisa Neville is hanging up her hat in November. These are the tragedies that will stay with her long after.
‘Controversial’ deputy move tightens Dan’s grip
Daniel Andrews’s surprise new leadership appointments and move to choose his successor would force some MPs to back his choice, political insiders say.
PRGuy’s true identity revealed
The person behind the pro-Daniel Andrews Twitter account has unmasked himself in a bid to raise money to fight a defamation battle.
Somyurek succeeds in unusual move
Adem Somyurek has succeeded in a bizarre bid to have his own conduct investigated ahead of the November state election.
Pallas addresses rumours on political future
The Treasurer revealed his decision on whether he will run in the upcoming election, as his fellow ministers weigh up retirement.
Libs furious as ‘serial candidate’ emerges
A “serial candidate” has resurfaced to derail the re-election bid of two senior Victorian Liberals after she failed in the federal election.
Ousted federal MP runs for state election
Former Liberal MP Gladys Liu may have lost her seat in the federal election, but is planning a political comeback — albeit at a lower level.
‘It’s true’: Derryn Hinch confirms big plan
Derryn Hinch has confirmed he will run for Victorian parliament in the state election, revealing a key issue he’ll campaign for.
Pallas under the pump in Werribee
Tim Pallas is facing a damaging community campaign in the western suburbs, adding to speculation the Treasurer is in danger of losing his seat of Werribee.
Smith hints at falling-out with party leader
The drink-drive MP was asked about his friendship with Victorian Liberal party leader Matthew Guy — and his answer was telling.
The party that could replicate Teals at state level
The federal election proves the political ground is moving for major parties, and that could pave the way for this party to make big moves in the state election.
Meme may get Liberal MP booted from party
A new social media post from Bernie Finn has “set the wheels in motion” for his expulsion from the Victorian Liberal Party.
The issue set to decide Victoria’s next premier
The state election is not expected to be settled over the government’s handling of the Covid pandemic. Instead, Victorians say one topic will ultimately sway their vote.
Pakula backs Labor as Vic voters turn away from major parties
Andrews government minister Martin Pakula says voters will return to Labor after a poll uncovered a shock revelation about support for both of Victoria’s major parties.
Pollies splash cash in battle for Frankston
FIVE weeks out from the State Election politicians have rolled out the pork barrel in the ultra-marginal Frankston electorate, in the form of huge pre-poll funding pledges.
Labor pledges Hurstbridge line overhaul
MORNING peak trains on the congested Hurstbridge line will run more often under a state Labor pre-election pledge to overhaul it, Premier Daniel Andrews has announced.
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