More investment needed

Danny O'Brien, Leader of the Nationals. Picture: File 505662_01
Danny O’Brien, Leader of The Nationals

THE divide between city and regional Victorians is widening.

New analysis from the independent Parliamentary Budget Office shows city residents receive $19,338 per person in infrastructure spending — almost 60 per cent more than those in regional areas.

Although regional Victorians make up 25 per cent of the population, they receive just 12 per cent of infrastructure investment.

Despite the Premier and Treasurer coming from the country, they continue to put their own legacy projects in the city ahead of the needs of regional communities.

This isn’t just about numbers — it’s about families missing out on safe roads, timely hospital care and vital community services.

The Nationals will fight for all regional Victorians and ensure they get their fair share.

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