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Victoria’s Mood for Change Ahead of the November State Election
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Historical Election Cycles in Victoria
Bracks placed the current sentiment in the context of past Victorian governments:
- John Cain and Joan Kirner (Labor) governed from 1982 to 1992 – 10 years.
- Jeff Kennett (Liberal) held office for seven years.
- Bracks himself and John Brumby together served 11 years.
Data & Statistics
- The current Labor government has been in power for 12 years (since 2014).
- Past governing periods referenced total 10 years, seven years, and 11 years respectively.
- The upcoming election is scheduled for November 2026 (exact date not disclosed).
Timeline
- July 2026 – Ben Carroll becomes premier, succeeding Jacinta Allan.
- October 19 2026 – Steve Bracks delivers remarks on the mood for change at a Property Council lunch.
- November 2026 – State election to determine whether the Labor government seeks a fourth term.
What’s Next
Political analysts will watch the performance of Labor’s fourth-term bid against opposition parties, including the One Nation movement, whose prospects Bracks described as limited in the current Victorian context.