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Federal Labor flags concern as state support plunges

A state opposition's bid to ascend office continues to attract support weeks from an election, as federal Labor counterparts flag an uphill slog to hold power.

AAP · 6h ago

Health, crime in frame as rivals sharpen election sells

Labor has hit the ground running on the first day of its state election campaign as its rivals put crime at the centre of their pitch.

AAP · Oct 24

Sexualised, violent threats: female Victorian MPs fear for their safety as they fight more than just next month’s election

Hostility from constituents is not new for the state’s politicians, including its premiers. But the alleged attack on Helen Haines has sent a chill down the collective spine

The Guardian - AU · Oct 22

Independent MP Helen Haines critically injured in attack, PM says counter-terrorism team activated, 43-year-old man arrested

The independent member for Indi, Helen Haines, is in a critical condition after an attack outside her Wangaratta electorate office on Monday, with a 43-year-old man arrested.

The Conversation · Oct 19

Australian MP in critical condition after ‘attack’ outside office

Police said a 43-year-old suspect had been arrested following the incident in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne

The Independent UK · Oct 19

Labor promises $30 weekly cap for Victorian public transport amid push for free travel

Premier Ben Carroll says two-year limited cap will start on 1 January if re-elected, while Greens say there should be no fares

The Guardian - AU · Oct 18

Cheaper public transport just the ticket for voters

A weekly cap on public transport fares may be popular with voters, but it raises questions over whether those outside cities will miss the bus on savings.

AAP · Oct 18

Public wages help drive $7.9b state spending surge

Spending by one state government has blown out by $891 million, after recording a $7.9 billion increase on the year before.

AAP · Oct 15

Victoria to become first state to make abortions free as Coalition matches Labor election promise

Exclusive: Out-of-pocket costs for abortion care to be covered regardless of who wins November election as Jess Wilson says Liberals and Nationals ‘will not allow Labor to play politics on this issue’

The Guardian - AU · Oct 15

Premier disappointed by COVID grants cover-up

A state's integrity watchdog has found public officials withheld news of $257 million in flawed COVID-19 business grants.

AAP · Oct 15