State, federal governments slammed

OVENS Valley state MP Tim McCurdy has slammed the state government over its latest moves on crime, while also taking a swing at the federal government for its "blatant disregard" for regional Victoria in last week's federal budget. The Nationals' member said Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan's recent reversal on bail laws was "a desperate political move aimed at winning votes rather than ensuring community safety". "After weakening bail laws in 2023, she's now scrambling to reintroduce tougher measures for political convenience," he said. Mr McCurdy also criticised the government’s delayed ban on machetes, which won't take effect until September. "Delaying this change until September is too long...Victorians need immediate action to keep their communities safe," he said. "These reactive policies are failing to deliver long-term solutions for community safety." Mr McCurdy also labelled a $1 billion 'Road Blitz' in last week's federal budget as another example of the government's blatant disregard for regional Victoria. "The upgrade for roads across Melbourne’s suburbs is a slap in the face for regional motorists who continue to risk their lives on deteriorating and neglected country roads," he said. “Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Premier Allan have once again put politics before people. “While Labor funnel money into Melbourne to win votes, regional Victorians are left dodging potholes, crumbling shoulders, and dangerous intersections.” Mr McCurdy said the state of regional roads has become a daily hazard for locals, with no meaningful investment from either state or federal governments.

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