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A local councillor has hit out at his colleagues over a push to spend $45,000 painting “progressive pride flags” on pedestrian crossings.

Merri-bek council is planning to splash $45,000 to paint two huge rainbow pride flags on its roads — but one councillor is pushing back, saying the money should spent on essential services instead.

An inner-city council is planning to splash $45,000 in ratepayer funds to paint huge rainbow pride flags on its roads and footpaths, including $5000 just for community consultation.