Election watchdog investigates right-wing group for undisclosed donations in Prahran byelection
Victoria's election watchdog is investigating the right-wing group Advance for not declaring donations while funding an anti-Greens campaign in the Prahran byelection. Advance has spent on advertisements and materials urging voters to place the Greens last. Advance claims its ads are part of a federal campaign, not related to the state byelection. The Greens argue that these ads influence the state election and may violate donation laws, as federal funds cannot be used for state campaigns. Advance has significantly increased its fundraising, raising over $15 million, with a large portion not requiring donor disclosure. The group is focusing its efforts on the Greens, claiming they have become extreme, while the Greens label Advance as a far-right disinformation group.