By Ken Atchison – Atchison Consultants Focus groups have been driving the spending decisions by the Victorian Government. The notion that financial policy should reflect outcomes from focus group surveys is extraordinary, but it is happening. Spending by the Victorian government has been extravagant and irresponsible. In the 2022/2023 budget, growth in spending continues with no regard to the debt burden on future generations. Net debt will grow to $167...