Greens call on Premier to front the community calling for evidence-based bail laws on steps of parliament
The Victorian Greens are calling on the Premier to front up to the community gathering on the steps of Parliament this afternoon calling for evidence-based bail laws. First Nations, human rights and community groups are rallying outside Parliament at 4:30pm this afternoon in response to Labor’s kneejerk announcement and to advocate for proven, evidence-based bail […]
Premier’s kneejerk bail laws will disproportionately impact First Nations, won’t improve community safety
The Victorian Greens have responded to Labor’s kneejerk bail laws saying the changes repeat past mistakes and are at odds with the evidence which tells us that making it easier to put children in prison results in a disproportionate incarceration of First Nations children and doesn’t improve community safety. Victoria’s bail laws were reviewed less […]
New report confirms concerning police tactics and excessive force at Land Forces weapons expo
2025-01-29 A new report by Melbourne Activist Legal Support (MALS) highlights the concerning police tactics and excessive use of force used against protesters at the Land Forces Exposition that took place in September last year. In the report, MALS highlights police use of “potentially lethal weapons” against protesters, police deploying OC foam against people on […]
Greens say anti-protest laws could have a chilling effect on democracy and silence important voices
2024-12-17 The Victorian Greens say that the proposed anti-protest laws announced by the State Labor Government today are worrying as they could have a chilling effect on democracy and silence important voices like survivors of child sexual abuse and social, environmental and peace activists. Labor’s anti-protest laws could chill public debate on important issues and […]
High Court Ruling on Electric Vehicle Tax a Victory for Climate, Labor Must Now Provide Refunds
The Victorian Greens have hailed today’s high court decision to strike down the state’s electric vehicle tax as a victory for the climate, and say the Victorian Labor Government must now provide refunds to the electric vehicle users who were caught up in this backwards, unfair tax.
Duck Shooting Ban in Victoria: Inquiry Recommends
2023-08-31 The Victorian Greens have called an inquiry’s recommendation to ban duck shooting across the state a ‘watershed moment’ for the community groups and wildlife advocates that have fought for a ban for decades. The Greens say the Victorian Labor Government must now stand up to the shooting lobby and their allies and immediately implement […]
Pokies Reform: An important first step, but fails to tackle gambling harm
2023-07-16 The Victorian Greens have welcomed reforms announced today by the Victorian Labor Government to reduce gambling related harm, but say they don’t go far enough. Earlier today, the Government announced it would introduce measures like six-hour shutdowns, $100 dollar load up limits, and slower spin speeds. The Greens say these reforms will provide some […]
