Melissa Horne

Victorian cabinet minister responsible for jobs

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Office: Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly

Party: Victorian Labor Party

Previous offices: Minister for Local Government

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

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Victoria bans data centres from residential areas

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As of September 2026: Publicly named in NextDC lobbying correspondence

A proposed $1.5 billion data centre at the foot of the West Gate Bridge would draw more power than an entire regional city. On Monday, Victoria's state cabinet voted to restrict where such facilities can be built.

Updated Sep 21