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Why Transurban’s CEO has a stake in Victoria’s election

The Australian Financial Review (AFR) •
November 05, 2026 • 06:00 PM
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Toll caps, working from home, petrol and potholes are all on the agenda in the Victorian election, and central to the toll giant’s business.

Why Transurban’s CEO has a stake in Victoria’s election

Transurban chief executive Michelle Jablko has more than a casual interest inthe outcome of this month’s Victorian election .

The 54-year-old former investment banker and ANZ Bank finance boss knows better than to wade directly into the murky world of state politics. But the $43 billion toll road business she runs has more than one horse in the election race, given toll caps, working from home, petrol prices and potholes are all on the ballot box on November 28.

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