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Infrastructure Cash Skews Toward Ruling Party | Perth News
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A new report reveals that over 73% of a $560 million infrastructure fund went to Labor-held seats, sparking outrage over alleged political favoritism. Critics call it “pork barrelling,” arguing projects are chosen for political gain, not community need. Government defenders say this is standard for election-linked grants, while independents demand systemic reform to prioritize fairness and transparency — echoing past controversies over public funding bias.
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