Labor won’t create 300,000ha national park
Victoria’s Environment Minister has ruled out a new Great Forest National Park, much to the relief of outdoor recreation groups.
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Wild dogs linked to $110m cattle parasite threat
Research in the Victorian High Country has linked wild dogs with potentially spreading an abortion-causing cattle parasite. See the details.
Parks Victoria quietly cuts junior ranger events in eastern Victoria
Families in East Gippsland and surrounds have been left “bitterly disappointed” by the axing of a beloved school holiday program.
Farmer council rate exemption needs to get the ‘green light’
Former agriculture minister Peter Walsh says a plan to exempt rates for some Victorian farmers needs an immediate tick of approval from the Premier.
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Victoria state budget: Everything you need to know
The 2025-26 budget has been handed down. We break down all the figures you need to know, including how much will be spent on Victoria’s crumbling roads.
Budget a Symes of the time
Treasurer Jaclyn Symes has pledged no new taxes — echoing a famous promise by a former US President — as the Victorian government holds back funds for next year’s state election.
New $4.3b powerline plan and energy zones for Victoria revealed
Hundreds of kilometres of high voltage transmission lines would be built across Victoria to connect new renewable energy projects to the grid under a $4.3bn plan.
$15.9m in drought support for Victorian farmers
The Allan Government has pumped another $15.9 million into farmer drought support, on top of the $13.5m already committed.
New Emergency Services tax set to pass today
The Greens and some crossbench MPs have joined forces to pass the Allan Government’s new $1.6 billion emergency services tax. See the latest.
VNI West: Landowners say TCV is ‘being dishonest’ over land access claims
Transmission Company Victoria says it has signed 150 land access agreements, but a number of landholders have rubbished the claims.
New state coach feeling right at home
From Bairnsdale to Mildura, Dan Foster is travelling across the state every weekend to help the next generation of riding stars.
Why RSPCA Victoria may stop investigating reports of animal cruelty
The RSPCA Victoria has warned that, unless the state government increases its support, it may be forced to reduce operations—leaving cruelty “unchecked” amid an animal welfare crisis
Farmers rally to fight new Emergency Services tax
CFA volunteers and members of landholder groups have rallied outside parliament in a bid to stop the Allan Government imposing a new $1.6 billion tax on all Victorians.
Herds halved as govt called on to prevent ‘catastrophe’
Farmers across western Victoria are making tough business decisions that will have ramifications for many years to come.
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