Victoria election 2026: Labor and Greens trade accusations of ‘dodgy deals’ as preferences squabble puts key seats on the line
Summary
The Victorian Greens will not direct preferences to Labor in 15 electorates, escalating a dispute after Labor chose an open ticket in Prahran. Both parties say the other’s preference strategy could help elect Liberal and One Nation candidates ahead of the 28 November state election.Key Facts
- Labor decided to run an open ticket in Prahran, where the Greens hoped to receive Labor preferences.
- The Greens said their how-to-vote cards in 15 electorates will put the Greens first and One Nation last.
- The 15 electorates are Albert Park, Ashwood, Bellarine, Bendigo East, Bendigo West, Essendon, Euroa, Gippsland East, Mildura, Mornington, Point Cook, Polwarth, South Barwon, Tarneit and Werribee.
- Labor said the Greens’ decision could help elect a Liberal-One Nation government; the Greens accused Labor of making a deal with the Liberals.
- A pollster cited historical figures showing about 85% of exhausted Greens votes flowed to Labor and about 15% to the Coalition.
- Family First is directing preferences to Labor candidates affiliated with the SDA, placing them second on its how-to-vote cards.
- The election is scheduled for 28 November.
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