15 March 2026

News

Funding squeeze undermines oversight work: Ombudsman

General | 13 March 2026

The Victorian Ombudsman has told an inquiry that persistent funding shortfalls and an increasingly complex referrals pipeline are constraining her office’s ability to investigate systemic unfairness in government services.

Women shaping the future of community sport

General | 5 March 2026

An event to coincide with International Women’s Day has highlighted how women are not only participating in community sport in record numbers but shaping its future.

Improving community engagement to make better decisions

Society | 3 March 2026

A parliamentary inquiry is recommending the Public Engagement Framework for consultation practices in Victoria be updated to ensure it continues to meet community expectations.

Giant leap of learning as civics meets space

General | 2 March 2026

A Victorian initiative combining civics and science is set to take off as interest in space grows.

Law change for victim-survivors of institutional child abuse

Justice | 27 February 2026

Parliamentary integrity commission probes misconduct referrals

General | 25 February 2026

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Celebrating the role of women in community sport

General | 8 March

At an International Women's Day event held at Parliament House, we celebrated the important role that women play in shaping and energising community sport across Victoria.

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Parliament Snapshot

General | 6 March

Latest news from parliament on legislation, public inquiries by committees and community events at Parliament House.

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Community consultation could be improved by updating public engagement framework

Infrastructure | 3 March

An inquiry into community consultation practices in Victoria has wrapped up with 28 recommendations and 63 findings in its report.

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Convenient charging the key to boosting EV ownership

Infrastructure | 2 March

The Legislative Council Economy and Infrastructure Committee has heard the transition to electric vehicles in Victoria depends on more than subsidies.

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How Parliament Works: Making Laws

General | 26 February

Take a look at our explainer on how the Victorian Parliament makes laws.

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Week in Review

General | 22 February

Watch highlights from our sittings held from 17 to 19 February 2026.

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A-lister highlights opportunities for Victoria’s creative industries

Economy | 27 March 2025

Filming of Liam Neeson’s latest action movie around the corner from Parliament House has put the spotlight on Victoria as a destination for international film investment.

Pokies reform pushes through parliament

Health & Welfare | 24 March 2025

Mandatory pre-commitment on all electronic gaming machines in Victoria could soon be possible with new legislation passing the Legislative Assembly for the first time.

Caring for the land together

Environment | 21 March 2025

Showcase at Parliament House highlights efforts and commitment of Victoria's environmental volunteers.

Carers room unveiled at parliament

General | 18 March 2025

Two decades after a newborn infant made history on the floor of the Legislative Assembly, a new carers room at Parliament House has been named in her honour.

Nurse-to-patient ratios agreed by Lower House

Health & Welfare | 17 March 2025

Proposed legislation to improve nurse-to-patient ratios in Victorian hospitals has received the backing of the Legislative Assembly.

Government welcomes vulnerable road users report

General | 13 March 2025

The Victorian Government supports the overwhelming majority of recommendations contained in the final report of the inquiry into vulnerable road users tabled in the Legislative Assembly last year.

Colac sets scene for regional housing inquiry

Environment | 12 March 2025

Members of the parliamentary committee examining the supply of homes in regional Victoria travelled to Colac for the first public hearing held as part of the inquiry.

Dedication of women first responders celebrated

General | 8 March 2025

Women first responders from across Victoria have been recognised at an International Women’s Day event at Parliament House.

Anti-vilification legislation debate in Upper House

Justice | 7 March 2025

Proposed legislation to strengthen and reform anti-vilification laws in Victoria has reached the Legislative Council for rigorous debate.