Supreme Court Challenge to Stop Aerial Culling of Koalas

According to new data from SEC Newgate, the Victorian Labor government has been ranked as the worst-performing state government in Australia, with 74% of Victorian residents expressing dissatisfaction with the government's performance. This disapproval rate is more than double that of both New South Wales and South Australia. The data reveals that only 19% of Victorians believe Premier Ben Carroll is doing a good job leading the state, a significant drop from the 52% confidence level recorded four years ago under the previous Andrews government. SEC Newgate partner Nick Maher described the current situation as 'the lowest ever SEC Newgate's research has recorded,' highlighting the dramatic decline in public trust. The poll also indicates that rising crime rates are the top concern for one in three Victorians, with 27% believing the Coalition would best manage crime and safety, while 19% support One Nation for this issue. Healthcare concerns are also prominent, with 71% of voters urging candidates to prioritize ambulance ramping and availability. The data comes as the Victorian Labor government prepares for the state election in November, with Maher noting that Victorians are seeking a 'reset' focused on restoring community services within responsible financial management. South Australia's government, led by Premier Peter Malinauskas, is the most popular, with 52% of South Australian voters expressing satisfaction with his leadership. The findings underscore the challenges facing the Victorian government as it seeks to regain public trust ahead of the upcoming election.