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Jess Wilson Sets Housing Affordability Push as New Victorian Liberal Leader

She targets younger voters with a pledge to review property taxes to lower entry costs for first-home buyers.

Overview

  • In her first in-depth interview since taking the job, Wilson named budget, crime, housing and health as her four focus areas heading into next year's election.
  • She said more than 40% of a new home's price reflects taxes, fees and charges and vowed to examine property levies to improve affordability for first-home buyers.
  • Wilson argued the government is steering Victorians toward apartments and called for more choice, including townhouses and greenfield development.
  • The first-term MP, 35, presented herself as a millennial leader who can connect with younger voters and women after ousting Brad Battin for the leadership.
  • Her rise has been framed as generational change within the Liberals, with supporters highlighting past calls for integrity in parliament and a pro-investment outlook.