Where will Victoria’s new homes be built? Competing Liberal and Labor visions are as much about politics as planning

In Victoria, a debate has emerged between the Liberal and Labor parties regarding housing policy, focusing on urban planning and political strategy. Liberal leader Jess Wilson proposed expanding Melbourne's capital city zone to include areas like Collingwood and Fitzroy, aiming to lift height limits, increase density, and stimulate development. The Labor government, led by Jacinta Allan, criticizes this plan, arguing it will negatively impact Melbourne and disadvantage younger generations. The competing visions highlight a genuine policy contest over housing, with both parties presenting distinct approaches to addressing housing needs and urban development in Victoria. The debate centers on the location and type of new housing to be built in the state.