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Victorian pubs to stay open until 3am under Labor election promise

The government is promising to extend opening hours for the state's pubs and change the Food Act so that dogs will be allowed inside venues at the publican's discretion.

Victorian pubs to stay open until 3am under Labor election promise

Victorian Labor party has announced it will allow pubs to remain open until 3am if elected in November's election. The state's Food Act would be amended to permit dogs inside pubs at the discretion of pub owners. Premier Ben Carroll stated these changes are commonsense decisions to help pub owners continue their business. The move aims to stimulate the hospitality sector and night-time economy.

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