Victoria

Chris Barrett shares his reflections about the first state budget to be delivered on his watch as head of the Department of Treasury and Finance.

Tim Pallas says his state has been ripped off by the Commonwealth, evidenced by the federal government’s track record of spending over the past 70 years.

As we grapple with bad environmental news every day, we need to tell stories of ecological restoration — to speak of what’s possible, and also what’s not.

Key Victorian budget investments in health, education, transport and housing are guiding the state’s rise to the challenge in the aftermath of the COVID-19.

The offshore wind project pipeline in Victoria could generate up to 25GW of power — more than the entire state did last year.

Interim report finds Victoria’s ambitions to host the Commonwealth Games were beleaguered with underestimations of costs and negotiation timeframes that were too short.

Victoria Police’s necessary and proportionate use of capsicum spray has come into question following an IBAC review of 15 investigations.

The Aboriginal inclusion officer was this week recognised as an emerging leader for the Top 50 Public Sector Women awards.

The four-year Victorian public service wage offer includes annual pay rises of 3%, a $5,600 bonus and one-off $1,000 payment to shift workers.

In a statement issued to social media, the Melbourne lord mayor said it had been an honour and a privilege to represent her city.

The commonwealth ombud found Victoria Police was the “most prolific” agency accessing data for purposes not covered by the law.

Departments of Finance and Treasury, and Premier and Cabinet have rejected VAGO’s recommendation to conduct a review.