Police in Victorian to tamper with speed cameras during strike.

The Victoria Police department is planning to take further action this week in their ongoing dispute over pay and working conditions. This includes disrupting government media events and causing issues with speed cameras throughout the state. This decision comes after the rejection of a proposed deal that would have locked in a three percent pay increase and a nine-day fortnight for police association members.

In response to the rejection, the government and Victoria Police have been put under pressure to speed up negotiations by the union. This will be done through the use of red and blue lights at certain speed cameras, acting as a warning for drivers to slow down. Deputy Premier Ben Carroll has expressed his commitment to finding a resolution as soon as possible and working with the union in good faith.

Last month, the police association members turned down a four-year, sixteen percent pay increase, instead requesting a six percent annual increase and an additional fourteen days off each year for working 8.5-hour shifts. Union secretary Wayne Gatt stated that this decision was in response to the government's decision to backtrack on previously agreed upon terms, resulting in negotiations starting over from the beginning.

If the proposed terms were to be accepted, it would mean an additional $200 million added to the already substantial $3.2 billion wage bill for Victoria Police. However, state Liberal MP James Newbury raised concerns over the state's current economic situation, stating that it is not feasible for the government to make deals based on their significant debt.

Meanwhile, Victoria's firefighters and paramedics are also fighting for better pay deals, following the state government's decision to award Victorian nurses a significant 28 percent pay increase over four years. Gatt expressed the frustration felt by police association members, who believe that their work is just as important and should be rewarded accordingly.

When asked for comment, Victoria Police declined to make a statement. The ongoing dispute between the police association and the government highlights the challenges faced in finding a fair and agreeable solution for all parties involved.

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