Victorian Opposition Leader Kicked out of Parliament While Discussing Crime Rate
The discussion on crime comes after a machete ban came into force in Victoria.
Victorian Opposition Leader Brad Battin (front) speaks to media in the Legislative Council following a Victorian Liberals Party Meeting at Parliament House in Melbourne, Australia, on Dec. 27, 2024. AAP Image/Joel Carrett
Victorian Opposition leader Brad Battin has vowed he will not be silenced after being asked to leave parliament while discussing crime.
“Attorney, how many more women need to be threatened, assaulted or carjacked in broad daylight before your government finally acts to fix Victoria’s broken bail laws and puts community safety first?” he asked (pdf)
Monica O’Shea
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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]
