The 2026 Victorian election is shaping up to be a consequential state poll for the nation. Despite going up against a 12-year-old Labor government beleaguered by allegations of corruption, the Coalition’s road to victory is fraught with challenges. With three-way races across the state, involving a resurgent One Nation and the Greens, the outcome is far from certain. Guardian Australia’s Victorian state correspondent Benita Kolovos presents this guide to winning the election
Victoria’s election will be historic, no matter who wins. Here’s why
