Anthony Albanese (Grayndler, Australian Labor Party, Prime Minister) Share this | Hansard source

Possibly because the member for Hume wasn't there! The member for Hume had this to say on 7 April 2022:

We are investing in VNI West because it is expected to generate $1.9 billion in net market benefits and will be a key part of an efficient transmission backbone for the electricity market.

The protesters in Ballarat on Friday were protesting against a program that was initiated and given regulatory approval by the former government, something that I pointed out at the time. The member for Hume went on to say this:

Our investment in this project will support reliable electricity supply, deliver substantial cost savings and help keep the lights on for Australian families, businesses and industries.

Well done, Angus.

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