20 May 2025 On Tuesday 20 May 2025, Treasurer the Hon. Jaclyn Symes MLC delivered the 2025-26 Victorian Budget. This Budget is the second delivered by the Allan Government, and the eleventh consecutive budget of the Victorian Labor Government. Symes became the first woman to serve as Treasurer of Victoria when she was appointed to… Continue reading 2025-26 Victorian Budget
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Cabinet Reshuffle: Victoria
On Monday 16th December, Treasurer Tim Pallas announced his resignation from Treasurer and as Member for Werribee, calling time on his distinguished career in politics, serving in Parliament since 2006 and as Treasurer since 2014. As a result of Pallas’ resignation, Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan announced a reshuffle of her frontbench on the 19th December 2024. … Continue reading Cabinet Reshuffle: Victoria
Victorian Economic Growth Statement
The Victorian Government’s Economic Growth Statement: Open for business was delivered on Tuesday 10 December. It was a commitment from the May 2024 Budget. The Statement outlines how the Allan Labor Government will boost the private sector and encourage investment. The statement focuses on four key actions: Action 1: Open Doors The Victorian Government has… Continue reading Victorian Economic Growth Statement
COVID-19 Response Inquiry Report
On Tuesday the 29th of October 2024 the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet released the COVID-19 Response Inquiry Report from the COVID 19 Response Inquiry Panel. On 21 September 2023 the Prime Minister announced an independent inquiry into Australia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic with an Inquiry panel consisting of Robyn Kruk AO… Continue reading COVID-19 Response Inquiry Report
The Hon. Bill Shorten MP Announces Retirement
On 5 September 2024, the Hon. Bill Shorten MP announced his plan to retire from Federal politics. Shorten will continue to serve as the member for Maribyrnong and as Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme and Government Services until February 2025. He has then been appointed to take up a position as the Vice-Chancellor… Continue reading The Hon. Bill Shorten MP Announces Retirement