Speaker's
Media Release

Open Day

On Saturday, 21 June 2003, the Parliament of Victoria will conduct it's annual Open Day. Between 11:00am and 4:00pm., visitors are invited to wander through Parliament House, Spring Street, Melbourne, and inspect areas not usually open to the public.

Here is a chance to see the spectacular Vestibule, the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council chambers, Queen's Hall, and the Parliamentary Library. It is also an opportunity to visit one of Melbourne's beautiful gardens.

Visitors can enjoy a Devonshire tea or lunch in the Members Dining Room, or relax with a BBQ in the Gardens whilst enjoying music from school bands.

Speaker, Judy Maddigan MP, and President, Monica Gould MLC, will also be on hand to meet and talk with visitors.

"We invite people to come along and mix with parliamentarians and staff as they tour the building" said Speaker Judy Maddigan MP, "A number of parliamentary affiliated agencies will also exhibit their work during the day, including the Auditor-General and the Ombudsman" she said.

Monica Gould, President of the Legislative Council, said, "We invite all Victorians not only to visit one of Australia's great buildings, but also to discover what transpires in the Chambers.

"It's the people's building. Together with the President, Members of Parliament, and Parliament House staff, I look forward to meeting you on Saturday", said Speaker Judy Maddigan.

EVENT: Parliament of Victoria Open Day
WHERE: Parliament House, Spring Street, Melbourne
WHEN: Saturday, 21 June 2003, 11.00 am to 4.00 pm

For further details, please call Geoff Barnett on 9651 8575