If elected in November, a Nationals and Liberal Government will introduce new laws to protect our war memorials and historic sites.

Shadow Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Tim Bull, said war memorials are sacred and honour Australians who gave everything for our country.

"When acts of desecration and vandalism occur, it infuriates the wider community and its important the perpetrators are held to account.

"Offenders will now face up to 10 years' jail dependent on the seriousness of the action - and be ordered to pay for the repairs and restorations.

"Up until now, such acts have been treated as regular cases of vandalism, but they will now carry greater repercussions for offenders - as they should.

"Over the last several years, Victoria has seen increasing levels of destruction or desecration of local war memorials and historic sites.

"They have usually taken place in the lead up to, or on, nationally significant occasions, such as ANZAC Day.

"This is about respect for veterans, history, and our communities.

"It's a significant change - we will not allow this behaviour to become normalised," said Mr Bull.

Caption: Shadow Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and State MP for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, with Leader of the Liberal Party, Jess Wilson, have vowed to introduce new laws to protect war memorials and historical sites if the Liberal and Nationals form government this November.

Wednesday, 22 April 2026