FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 33 | History Defined

Victoria announces first large Suburban Rail Loop contract amid ‘excessive secrecy’ concerns

Premier announces $3.6bn contract for first stage of tunnels after project plans were developed by consultants

The Guardian - AU · Dec 12, 2023

Victoria signs $3.6 billion Suburban Rail Loop contract

The Victorian government has inked its first major works contract for the Suburban Rail Loop amid unanswered questions about the project's funding and costs.

AAP · Dec 11, 2023

‘I’m not Daniel Andrews’: Jacinta Allan on power, sexism and the path to treaty

As her predecessor continues to make headlines, the Victorian premier says she’s charting her own course

The Guardian - AU · Dec 9, 2023

Athletics in 'survival mode' after Games cancellation

Athletics Australia says the sport is in 'survival mode' after the scrapping of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, taking aim at how Daniel Andrews axed the event.

AAP · Nov 30, 2023

Anthony Albanese says protest at Melbourne hotel of Israeli hostages’ relatives is ‘beyond contempt’

About 20 pro-Palestinian protesters walked into Crowne Plaza lobby with signs and megaphone, causing Israeli delegation to seek refuge in police station

The Guardian - AU · Nov 30, 2023

Victorian treasurer expresses support for decriminalising cannabis as senior leaders admit use

Tim Pallas says he personally believes using cannabis should not be a crime as Allan government commits to discussion

The Guardian - AU · Nov 30, 2023

‘One of the world’s largest’: battery farm to be the first project funded by Victoria’s resurrected electricity agency

State government to contribute $245m to Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub, which is set to be operational by 2025

The Guardian - AU · Nov 30, 2023

Premier used cannabis but snuffs out reform just yet

Victoria has left the door ajar for a policy change on cannabis as two senior government members admit to past use, including Premier Jacinta Allan.

AAP · Nov 30, 2023

‘Reflects the community’: Victoria achieves gender parity among MPs for the first time

Premier Jacinta Allan says the affect of female MPs’ voices can be seen throughout their work in parliament

The Guardian - AU · Nov 29, 2023

'Stubborn': Labor, Libs dig in on work compo reforms

The Victorian government and opposition are digging in on planned changes to the state's workers compensation scheme as parliament enters its last sitting week.

AAP · Nov 28, 2023