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Watchdog for the people: 50 years of the Victorian Ombudsman

31 Oct 2023

To mark the Victorian Ombudsman's 50th anniversary in 2023, this report tracks the fascinating social, political and historical context for the establishment of the Victorian Ombudsman as well as the evolution of the Office and its powers.

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Watchdog for the people: 50 years of the Victorian Ombudsman

31 Oct 2023

To mark the Victorian Ombudsman's 50th anniversary in 2023, this report tracks the fascinating social, political and historical context for the establishment of the Victorian Ombudsman as well as the evolution of the Office and its powers.

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