Tag #Treasurer Advances

What are the immediate consequences of Victoria's excessive use of treasurer's advances compared to other Australian jurisdictions?

The Victorian government's use of treasurer's advances, a $12.1 billion fund, has been questioned by Treasurer Jaclyn Symes and integrity experts. The state's spending of $39.9 billion on these advances since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic is far higher than other Australian jurisdictions, raising concerns about transparency and accountability. This practice has led to the government being accused of creating a "slush fund" for its own use.