ABC News – Australia ·australia ·7 hours ago

Hundreds of regional firefighters rally against levy in Bendigo

On June 14, 2026, over 500 regional firefighters rallied in Bendigo against the state's controversial Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund levy. Protesters argued the measure unfairly taxes CFA volunteers and burdens farmers, with potential bills soaring from $8,000 to $35,000. The opposition has pledged to repeal the levy if successful in the upcoming election.

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