# Judicial Appointments Under Fire | Melbourne News

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Podcast: [Melbourne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/melbourne-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7572838)
Published: 2026-09-08T21:12:30+00:00
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Victoria’s judicial system is under fire over politicized appointments, with critics accusing parties of rewarding allies rather than prioritizing public interest. Opposition Leader Jess Wilson proposes splitting the Court of Appeal into criminal and civil divisions to appoint “tougher” judges — a move slammed as misinformed, since judges must interpret, not create, law. The real solution? Legislative reform — like mandatory minimum sentences — through Parliament, not courtroom reshuffles. The 1995 model, designed to unite top legal minds across cases, remains the better path forward. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/57acd9e5abb3574a

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