Labor Targets Greens' Inner-City Seats in Victoria

0:00In Sydney today, March 12, labor is targeting inner city seats held by the Greens ahead of November's Victorian state election. Candidates like Sarah McKenzie and Richmond are pushing for more safe injecting rooms and extra social housing beyond current plans. The party sees a chance to reclaim ground after the Greens federal losses last year. The Greens remain confident despite federal leader Adam Bant losing Melbourne and failing to flip other Victorian seats. Their review blamed factors like United States President Donald Trump's influence on voters, but they expected different dynamic under state. Opposition leader Jess Wilson against a weary labor government. Candidates on both sides are highlighting local issues. Labor points to achievements like mental health clinics and school upgrades while criticizing the Greens for protest politics over delivery. Greens respond by stressing fights for community health funding, public schools, and climate action. Community battles include Northcut, held by Labor's Cat Theophonus by just 184 votes

1:00last time against Greens teacher Campbell Gome. In Praharne, Liberals Rachel Westaway faces Greens Angelica de Camilo trying to retake it after a by-election loss. Brunswick sees Greens counselor Adam Pulford stepping up for health challenge MP Tim Reed. Meanwhile, in Melbourne, Greens leader Ellen Sandell defends her record against Labor's David Griffiths. With low major party support and voter frustration, both sides feel optimistic, but labor must balance attacking Greens while defending its majority. This story is shared with support from our sponsor. Your bedtime ritual just got better. Built in sound, built in comfort, S-O-L-I, solely pillow.com