With a new leader and tired opponent, this should be the Victorian Liberals’ year – if not for self-inflicted wounds

The Victorian Liberal party is heading into the November election with a new leader, Jess Wilson, who aims to modernize the party and appeal to a broader range of voters. The opposing Labor government, seeking a rare fourth term, faces challenges including significant state debt projected to reach $192 billion by 2028-29. Despite these favorable conditions, the article suggests the Liberals' internal issues and dysfunction could hinder their chances of winning. The article implies that the Liberal party's biggest obstacle to winning the election is its own internal struggles, rather than the Labor party.

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