The entire country will be watching Victoria’s state election

A government of 12 years with a prime minister under siege. An untested opposition that has endured numerous scandals and leadership changes. And a right-wing populist party is marching among disgruntled voters. All things considered, Victoria’s November state election is shaping up to be one of the most important in recent memory.

While it is generally accepted wisdom that state elections are held on state issues, the rise of One Nation at the expense of the two major parties may provide some insight into what is happening at the federal level.