Dutton Vows to ‘Make Victoria a Safer Place’ in Tough-on-Crime Pitch

The opposition leader has campaigned in Melbourne where crime was a major issue.

Leader of the Opposition Peter Dutton delivers his 2025-26 Budget Reply Speech in the House of Representatives at Parliament House, Canberra, Australia on March 27, 2025. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton’s campaign in Melbourne included a heavy focus on crime.

While normally a state issue, the former Queensland police officer has put a major focus on the issue given its resonance with voters at recent elections.