Farmers and Firefighters Protest Soaring Taxes in Melbourne

Farmers and firefighters unite in massive protest against tax hikes in Melbourne. Thousands of farmers and volunteer firefighters took to the streets of Melbourne on May 20, 2025, to protest against new state government levies. The proposed changes could triple taxes for farmers and double them for other landowners. The video shows a massive crowd gathered outside Victoria’s Parliament House. "It's insanity," said one firefighter, expressing the widespread anger at the government's plan. The Premier insists that the new taxes are vital for funding emergency services. The protest highlights the growing discontent among rural communities and emergency responders.