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flag Western Victoria's push for a new state gains momentum over ignored rural concerns.

flag Frustration over farming rights, renewable energy policies, mining rules, and the emergency services levy has reignited calls in western Victoria for a new state. flag Rural leaders, including Ross Johns, say current governance ignores regional needs despite heavy tax and infrastructure burdens. flag They cite historical precedents like the 19th-century Princeland movement and the ongoing push for a Riverina state in NSW, arguing that a new rural-focused state could better address local concerns like roads, healthcare, and export access via the Portland port. flag Though challenges remain, including low population and tax base, the idea is gaining traction as a response to perceived systemic neglect and urban-centric policymaking.

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