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With the National Party walking away from a Federal Coalition with the Liberal Party, it’s clear that any party lacking credible climate policies is both unelectable and unsustainable. The Federal Election results were a clear mandate for stronger climate action and a criticism of politicians who deny climate science. Available for comment: Nic Seton, … Continued
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As the peak body for specialist sexual assault services across Victoria, SASVic is “heartened” by new funding to respond to technology-facilitated sexual violence against girls and relieved sexual assault services have avoided the funding cliff for this year. We are delighted that the Department of Education has allocated $7.4 million over 4 years to deliver a … Continued
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Social homes missing in Victorian budget Community Housing Industry Association Victoria (CHIA Vic) has warned of an ongoing housing crisis after the budget, released on Tuesday, contained no new spending commitments from the state on social housing. The budget contained $249 million in new spending on housing – fully funded by the Commonwealth Government. “Victoria … Continued
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY 20 MAY 2025 Climate denial nukes Coalition as Australians call for more climate action The Nationals Party decision to keep denying climate science, and walk away from the Liberal Party, will hurt their constituents in the bush. Together they were a political drag on Australia’s clean energy momentum. Climate … Continued
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Today’s Victorian State Budget headlined transport. For the first time, buses have got the recognition they deserve as the fast, affordable cost-of living solution for millions of Victorian families. But, the new bus announcements are only one step towards the transformation of the bus system the West needs to deliver real cost-of-living relief. “The Premier … Continued
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ACOSS has welcomed today’s interest rate cut and is calling for further cuts in coming months to ease financial pressure on people struggling. “Today’s rate cut is hugely important for people on low and modest incomes who have been worst affected by financial pressures,” said ACOSS CEO Dr Cassandra Goldie. “We need further cuts to … Continued
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Council to Homeless Persons (CHP) welcomes the Victorian Government’s decision to answer its urgent calls for vital services to continue. The decision not to end frontline services provides a lifeline for many vulnerable Victorians but CHP warns the state budget falls short of the ambition needed to tackle Victoria’s escalating housing crisis. The … Continued
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Melbourne’s global competitiveness depends on a dynamic and thriving business sector – and that means enabling growth, not taxing it. We welcome the Government’s commitment to no new or increased taxes, which is a vital step toward providing businesses certainty around their investment. The Committee particularly welcomes the $318 million investment to provide free public … Continued
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The Victorian Chamber welcomes the State Government’s commitment to deliver the Economic Growth Statement in the State Budget – a critical first step in restoring business confidence and driving private sector-led growth. We welcome the budget returning to surplus as it signals the State’s intent to address the debt. No new taxes on business is … Continued
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***Wednesday, 21 May 2025, 8:00AM Chris Cunningham Park (Jack Evans Boat Harbour), Tweed Heads*** WHAT: Essential workers from across the Tweed and Northern Rivers region will rally to oppose the NSW government’s proposed cuts to workers compensation, which would drastically limit mental health support for injured workers. WHO: Local nurses, teachers, emergency service workers, and … Continued
