
Crime rises to record levels in Victoria as embattled Premier dismisses leadership speculation
Crime in Victoria has risen to its highest rate in a decade, increasing pressure on the state government and its response to community safety.
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Victorian political leadership, accountability, parliament and public policy.

Crime in Victoria has risen to its highest rate in a decade, increasing pressure on the state government and its response to community safety.

New polling has intensified discussion about Victorian leadership, opposition performance and the movement of primary support between parties.

Business groups have raised concerns about the compliance burden and operational effect of proposed work-from-home legislation.

A new polling result reports shifts in primary support across Labor, the Coalition, One Nation, the Greens and other candidates.

A review of funding pressure, staffing, response capacity and public confidence across Victoria's emergency services.

A chronological overview of controversies, integrity investigations and governance issues reported during the past decade.

Political criticism has escalated following renewed scrutiny of alleged corruption and the government's response to integrity concerns.

Claims about construction costs and industrial conduct have renewed scrutiny of procurement, productivity and major-project delivery.

An opinion article examining leadership, accountability and the policy direction of the Victorian government.