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Victorian government could lose $10m it invested in collapsed scrap metal recycler

State’s investment in Pacific Metal Group in October 2022 was described by treasurer Tim Pallas as a ‘win for everyone’

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Victorian ministers’ diaries revealed to public for first time in ‘significant milestone’ for transparency

Allan government releases summaries showing meetings with lobbyists, stakeholders and other external organisations

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Victorian Labor at odds with federal party on industrial relations bill

State treasurer Tim Pallas warns amendments will encourage unions to refuse to bargain as he seeks meeting with Tony Burke

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No 'special exception' for ambos on wages: treasurer

Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas says he can't make an exception to the state's public sector wages cap for paramedics, with the union mulling industrial action.

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Australian Open: Victorian premier defends $100m Tennis Australia bailout during Covid pandemic

Jacinta Allan says event is a ‘key anchor’ on the state’s major events calendar and is worth millions to the economy

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Vic debt up $6 billion in 6 months, heading to $177.8b

Victoria's net debt is now expected to reach more than $177.8 billion by 2027 due to infrastructure spending, which is $6.4b more than predicted six months ago.

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Treasurers accuse Albanese government of profiting at states’ expense

Daniel Mookhey blames federal government for NSW’s budget black hole, while Tim Pallas says it is the beneficiary of Victoria’s success

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Daniel Andrews still looms large over Victorian politics, but Jacinta Allan is trying to move on

Ombudsman’s report finds Andrews’ had same number of staff as PM’s and NSW premier’s office – combined

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Victoria in the dark on proposed NDIS changes on eve of national cabinet meeting, minister says

Lizzie Blandthorn accuses the federal government of not providing enough information, but Bill Shorten is ‘quietly positive’ reforms can be agreed

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Afternoon Update: Brittany Higgins defends herself under cross-examination; Henry Kissinger dies; and a new newsletter for chart lovers

The former Liberal staffer broke down in tears as she told a defamation trial she was more concerned about being raped than about her dress

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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

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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.

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Depts flunked contractor, consultant spending targets

The Victorian government pledged to reduce departmental spending on contractors and consultants if re-elected in 2018 but it instead blew out by $1.34 billion.

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Victoria to refund invalidly collected EV tax

The Victorian government will refund drivers who were slugged the state's electric vehicle tax after the High Court declared it invalid.

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Victorian government forced to delay housing and land tax reforms as Greens push back

Labor has staved off defeat in parliament by postponing a vote on legislation the Greens say would do little to address the housing crisis

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Changes to empty homes tax hit roadblock in parliament

A vote on Victorian legislation to expand taxes on vacant homes and undeveloped land has been delayed, with the opposition and Greens against the changes.

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Labor governments push for national road-user charging after Victorian EV decision

Treasurer Tim Pallas says refunds being considered after high court ruled charge was unconstitutional

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Warning of billion-dollar hit to state revenues after high court strikes down Victorian EV tax

NSW premier Chris Minns says ruling on electric vehicle charge is ‘complex’ as governments scramble to understand its impact

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More Victorian private schools to face payroll tax grab

The list of Catholic and independent schools captured by a contentious Victorian tax is projected to grow as student fees rise.

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Labor gets a taste of life after Daniel Andrews in Jacinta Allan’s chaotic first week as premier

From a bungled tax announcement to muddled performances from ministers, the best laid plans for a smooth handover quickly went awry

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Victorian treasurer admits sparking tax firestorm

Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas concedes he created a "firestorm of interest" when he announced tax reforms directly to the development industry.

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Tax on empty homes and vacant land to free up housing

A little-known tax will be broadened to push Victorian landowners to build on or sell empty blocks as the government seeks to boost housing supply.

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Victoria to expand vacant residential land tax across state in bid to increase housing supply

The surprise announcement came on the first day of parliament since Jacinta Allan became premier

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Cabinet refresh as new premier continues Andrews agenda

Jacinta Allan will unveil her new-look ministry before parliament returns next week and push ahead with the agenda set by former premier Daniel Andrews.

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'Deep honour': Allan ascends as Victorian premier

Victoria has its first female premier in decades, with Jacinta Allan sworn in as premier, replacing Daniel Andrews after his sudden exit from politics.

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