Labor has criticised the Victorian Liberals and Nationals’ proposed housing policy, arguing it would shift development to outer suburbs without matching investment in infrastructure and services.
Member for Werribee John Lister said the Coalition’s approach would place pressure on growing communities.
“The Liberals only want to build homes in the outer suburbs – with no new infrastructure, just cuts to services,” he said.
Mr Lister said the government’s position was to support housing growth across Melbourne while maintaining investment in essential services.
“Labor has a plan for more homes across Melbourne, while upgrading public transport, roads and schools people need,” he said.
The comments follow the Opposition’s announcement of a housing plan focused on accelerating development in identified growth areas, expanding inner-city capacity and restoring what it describes as local voice in planning decisions.
Mr Lister also questioned the intent behind the Coalition’s proposal, suggesting it did not reflect the needs of suburban communities.
“Jess Wilson and her Liberal mates don’t care about the suburbs – this is a policy thought up in Kew, written for Kew, and only delivering for Kew,” he said.
Housing affordability and supply remain central issues in Victoria, with both major parties outlining contrasting approaches ahead of the next state election.
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