$237m Geelong bypass pledged by Labor for election

Labor will spend $237 million on the Bellarine Link if it wins November's election. The Bellarine Link is a 3.5-kilometre road south of Geelong.

Why it mattersGeelong residents will spend less time stuck in traffic and trucks will stop using local streets. Labor hopes this pledge shores up its majority in a marginal region.

AustraliaGeelong drivers face faster commutes and safer local roads if Labor wins; election outcome will determine if work starts in 2027.

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Victoria's road decay blamed on privatisation by former VicRoads staff

Nearly half of Victoria's state roads are in poor condition. Former engineers blame three decades of privatisation for the decline.

Why it mattersRoad condition affects safety and vehicle damage. The debate over privatisation versus public management will shape Victoria's upcoming election.