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14 May, 2025

Massive push back against Fire Levy tax increase

EMERGENCY Services tax increase will galvanise the rural sector of this state, says local farmer Barry Batters. According to Barry 90% of the funds raised by the new Emergency Services Levy will be used in urban areas of Victoria.

By Sue Hynes

Last week’s protest at the Bendigo office of the Victorian Premier, Jacinta Allen, with farmers clearly indicating where they think the blame should be laid. The new Emergency Services Levy will see all Victorians paying more than before. PHOTO: Jason Barratt
Last week’s protest at the Bendigo office of the Victorian Premier, Jacinta Allen, with farmers clearly indicating where they think the blame should be laid. The new Emergency Services Levy will see all Victorians paying more than before. PHOTO: Jason Barratt
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