The Albanese government has approved $2.2bn in funding for Victoria’s controversial Suburban Rail Loop, marking a significant step forward for the project.
Jacinta Allan has faced a barrage of questions about the Suburban Rail Loop during an at times tense press conference, which the Victorian Premier ended by telling reporters “we’re done”.
Four sources briefed on tense negotiations between the prime minister, Infrastructure Minister Catherine King and Allan said the Victorians were refusing to sign on to a broader package of projects
A 39-year-old man has been charged with several offences including possessing child abuse material following a series of alleged upskirting incidents in Victoria.