Wednesday, 4 August 2021

COVID-19

Mr ANGUS (Forest Hill) (09:50): The complete lack of a plan from the state government to get Victoria back on track is appalling and a sign that they are no longer fit to govern this once great state. Victorians are crying out for the state government to show them the way out of this current crisis. All Victorians need certainty so they can move forward with their lives and start planning for the future—especially small business operators.

The ongoing uncertainty and threat of ongoing lockdowns are proving extremely damaging to many people. In particular the despair and hopelessness being experienced by children and young people in Victoria is a consequence of the government’s incompetence. With schools having been closed for more than 25 weeks since the start of last year, the adverse mental health and welfare impacts on Victorian students is extraordinary. It is time the government clearly outlined a plan to get the community out of the mess we all currently find ourselves in.