Allan, Wilson outline 2026 election agenda
Victoria's major party leaders have outlined their election agendas ahead of the upcoming state election. Premier Jacinta Allan announced a plan for a publicly-owned apprenticeship academy, while Opposition Leader Jess Wilson pledged that 25% of infrastructure funding would be allocated to regional areas. The election is set for November 28, with both parties preparing for potential protests at their annual conferences.
- ▪Premier Jacinta Allan will establish a publicly-owned apprenticeship academy if re-elected.
- ▪Opposition Leader Jess Wilson promises that one-quarter of all infrastructure funding will go to the regions.
- ▪The election is scheduled for November 28, 2026.
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Victoria's major party leaders outline election agenda with duelling pledges six months out from pollBy Victorian state political reporter Rachel EddieTopic:State and Territory ElectionsSat 23 May 2026 at 7:23amSat 23 May 2026 at 7:23amSat 23 May 2026 at 7:23amJess Wilson and Jacinta Allan shake hands in Wilson's first appearance in parliament as leader in 2025. The two leaders are outlining their respective election platforms over the weekend. (ABC News)In short:Premier Jacinta Allan will tell the ALP state conference that a re-elected Victorian Labor government will establish a publicly-owned apprenticeship academy.Meanwhile, the coinciding Liberal Party state council will hear from Opposition Leader Jess Wilson, who will announce that one-quarter of all infrastructure funding will go…
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