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About this submission
In presenting this document, we set out a select collection of funding initiatives under the umbrella of five priority areas that we believe warrant serious consideration across Victorian Government portfolios for support in the 2026-27 Victorian State Budget. These proposals offer opportunities to strengthen existing supports and services for older Victorians via a whole-of-government approach to ageing well, in ways that will drive social, health and economic benefits for all.
The identified priorities build on issues profiled in our Submission for the Victorian State Budget 2025-26, and on work we have done over the last 12 months. They have been informed through engagement with the community and discussions with peak bodies in the sector.
Further information on the costings and estimates can be provided on request. The proposed funding for several of the initiatives is described as ‘discretionary’. These proposals are essential; however, this recognises that the scale of the change, process, and funding is at the discretion of the Victorian Government. Some of these proposals relate to internal processes, which relevant departments are better placed to cost.