When Victorian Treasurer, Tim Pallas delivered his budget last week, he spoke of a Victoria defined by relief and joy. He also outlined his “fiscal plan”, claiming the first step of job creation, reducing unemployment and restoring economic growth as already achieved.  

In an attempt to draw funds to pay for his ongoing out of control spending, his budget is targeting businesses who are still struggling to get back on their feet after state-wide lockdowns that lasted most of last year as part of the Victorian government’s COVID-19 management plan.