Politics

Docklanders desert Libs in Greens rout
Voters in Docklands mirrored their Melbourne counterparts with an overwhelming vote for the Greens in the latest federal election, but it was a drastic swing against the Liberal Party that was perhaps the most notable trend locally.
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Greens romp home for a fifth consecutive term in Melbourne
Greens leader and Melbourne MP Adam Bandt enjoyed his best Federal Election yet on May 21, winning a fifth consecutive term with an increased percentage of the primary vote, while his party expanded its presence in the House of Representatives.
Read MoreGreenline headlines budget as rate rise returns
A record infrastructure spend in the next 12 months from will see the City of Melbourne pump $40 million into the landmark Greenline project, in a 2022-23 budget that signalled a return to rate rises for locals.
Read MoreCrowded booths upset voters
Docklands residents were forced to queue for up to 90 minutes at polling booths on election day, with many forced to run the gauntlet of campaigners to cast a vote.
Read MoreCommunity engagement aims to “makes some inroads” in lead up to Docklands Summit
Docklands residents as well as the broader municipality have expressed a desire to have a “one-stop shop” set-up in the precinct that would have access to neighbourhood-related information.
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