Iran war hits Victoria’s economic outlook. And it could get worse
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Source: The Age
Published: 2026-05-05 16:05 UTC+10:00
Section: National / Victoria
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Transport, Middle East, Military & Defence, Australia, Iran, Tax & Budget, Business & Economy, War & Conflict
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The war in the Middle East and resulting surge in fuel prices and interest rates has forced Victoria to downgrade expectations of economic growth over the next four years, further challenging its ability to outgrow a burgeoning debt pile.
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