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Victoria to make abortions free as Coalition matches Labor
Jess Wilson says the Liberals and Nationals will not let Labor play politics on the issue, so the promise stands whoever wins in November; rare agreement.
On air: Gloria Vance and Kenji Moonfield on BBN OvernightPublished
At a glance
- First reported by The Guardian: “Victoria to become first state to make abortions free as Coalition matches Labor election promise”.
- Covered on BBN on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 12:33 AM ET on BBN Overnight, by Gloria Vance and Kenji Moonfield.
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Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe Guardian reports exclusively that Victoria will become the first Australian state to make abortion care free, with out-of-pocket costs covered.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe Coalition matched Labor's promise just hours after Labor announced it.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentHours? That's faster than a group chat agreeing on a restaurant.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe Guardian says it will happen regardless of who wins the November election.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentSo does this affect me?
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorIf you live in Victoria and need that care, the costs would be covered. Beyond Victoria, the report does not say.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentAnd what happens next? Does it need a vote? Do we get a press conference at least?
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe election is in November, and the Coalition's Jess Wilson says her side will not allow Labor to play politics on this.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorBoth parties have now made the promise. Beyond that, nobody knows yet.
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