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The Victorian Budget Overview 2026 – 2027 with some key local highlights

May 12th, 2026 - Nina Taylor

Labor is about making life easier, safer, and more affordable. In times of pressure, we’ll always find more ways to support Victorian families.

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Almost 1000 new doctors in Victoria

March 10th, 2026 - Nina Taylor

More than 900 medical interns are beginning their careers as doctors in Victoria’s public health system this year.

Tough new retail crime laws pass Parliament

December 10th, 2025 - Nina Taylor

Our Allan Labor Government has been implementing significant reforms to enhance community safety. One of those areas of reform includes cracking down on unacceptable behaviour against retail and hospitality staff.

Treaty has landed in Victoria

October 8th, 2025 - Nina Taylor

The State of Victoria and the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria have negotiated a Statewide Treaty. The Statewide Treaty Bill 2025 will give effect to this Treaty.

The SEC has begun powering Victoria with 100 per cent renewable energy

August 6th, 2025 - Nina Taylor

The Allan Labor Government is focused on what matters most – cutting your power bills, not cutting the State Electricity Commission (SEC), a government owned renewable energy company.

Delivering for Albert Park in the Victorian Budget

June 11th, 2025 - Nina Taylor

In May, the Allan Labor Government handed down the 2025–26 Victorian Budget – a Budget that delivers real support for households across Albert Park and continues our commitment to investing in the things that matter most: education, community safety, and cost-of-living relief.

Driving down power prices, and cutting emissions in Victoria

April 9th, 2025 - Nina Taylor

Our Labor Government created the Victorian Default Offer (VDO), which slashed power prices for households, and continues to push power prices down today.

The cost-of-living crisis: corporate greed is driving Australians to the brink

March 5th, 2025 - Steph Hodgins May

Our Southbank survey received so many responses, so, thank you to everyone who took time to respond. Cost of living was a consistent concern, and you’re not alone.

More homes and greater opportunities for renters

November 6th, 2024 - Nina Taylor

As our communities grow, so must our commitment to providing housing that is affordable, accessible, and tailored to the needs of all Victorians.

More long-term rentals and more social homes

September 4th, 2024 - Nina Taylor

In our region, it's well understood that short-stay rentals can limit the availability of properties for families seeking long-term accommodation.

Tackling local cost-of-living pressures

August 7th, 2024 - Sam Hibbins

The high cost-of-living continues to have a profound impact on people in our community. From skyrocketing rent, house prices, bills and supermarket prices, people are really struggling.

Pill testing trial to keep people safe – and save lives

July 2nd, 2024 - Nina Taylor

Our Victorian Government will trial pill testing, also known as drug checking, starting this summer.

Supporting the rights of renters

May 8th, 2024 - Nina Taylor

We are delivering a targeted campaign across Victoria to ensure renters know their rights and rental providers know their legal obligations.

Energy efficiency, energy costs and investment in renewables

March 5th, 2024 - Sean Car

The Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program is the largest energy efficiency program in Australia, giving all households and businesses the opportunity to save on energy costs through discounted energy efficient products and services.

Women’s health in Victoria – making real change

December 5th, 2023 - Nina Taylor

Women and girls make up more than half of our population, yet their health has been overlooked and underdiagnosed for too long.

Support for renters

October 4th, 2023 - Nina Taylor

Demand for rental properties is skyrocketing. These days, the reality for most people trying to land a rental is that they find they are just one of dozens of applicants at an inspection.