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flag Victorian court rejects delay in challenge to donation laws, allowing case to proceed.

flag The Victorian government’s bid to delay a High Court challenge to its political donation laws has been rejected, allowing the case to move forward. flag Independent candidates Paul Hopper and Melissa Lowe argue that rules letting major parties use uncapped fundraising entities give them an unfair advantage and violate constitutional free speech rights. flag The state sought a postponement to await proposed reforms enabling independents to create similar entities, but conceded those changes were uncertain. flag The High Court, citing the approaching 2026 election and public interest, dismissed the delay and ordered the government to pay legal costs. flag The case highlights ongoing concerns about political funding fairness, with similar challenges expected at the federal level.

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