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“Fatal blow”: Vote on Victoria’s WFH laws pushed to after November election

The Australian Industry Group says the latest government decision effectively marks the end of the line for the controversial legislation.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll speaks to media during a press conference at Parliament House in Melbourne, Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Source: AAP Image/Joel Carrett

The Victorian government’s plan to legislate a right to work from home has been dealt a “fatal blow”, according to business advocates, with a final vote on the laws pushed to after the state election.

The Herald Sun reports the Carroll government cabinet has formally agreed not to recall Parliament to debate the measure ahead of the November 28 poll.

The Australian Industry Group, which has heavily criticised the plan, says the development effectively marks the end of the line for contentious industrial relations reform.

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