13 March 2026

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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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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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Parliament Snapshot

General | 9 February

Latest news from parliament, including updates from inside and outside the parliamentary chambers.

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Victoria’s cult inquiry: What advocates and survivors are saying

Society | 4 February

Parliamentary inquiry gathers further evidence on how high-control groups operate—and the impact they have on the community.

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Parliament showcase for growth industry

General | 31 August 2023

Magnificent display highlights importance of horticulture for Victoria.

Native bird hunting report released

Environment | 31 August 2023

A Legislative Council Select Committee inquiry into Victoria’s recreational native bird hunting arrangements has tabled its report in parliament.

Games cancellation probe underway

Economy | 30 August 2023

The handling of regional Victoria’s abandoned 2026 Commonwealth Games is the focus of a select committee inquiry.

Students have their say in 2023 Parliament Prize

General | 25 August 2023

The winning entries for the 2023 Parliament Prize have been announced today on parliament’s social media channels.

Whipping up stronger links with Fiji

General | 23 August 2023

A parliamentary workshop held in Melbourne has helped to strengthen ties between the Fiji and Victorian Parliaments.

Space to learn during Science Week

General | 19 August 2023

Science and civics education combine as Mission Control lands at Parliament House.

Regional Victoria feeling housing shortage pressure

Economy | 16 August 2023

Regional and rural Victoria will need 87,400 new dwellings over the next 15 years, according to evidence given to the Legislative Council Legal and Social Issues Committee.

Creating space for a growing local industry

Economy | 15 August 2023

A Victorian Parliamentary Library paper published for National Science Week surveys the history, opportunities, policy context and ambitions of the space industry.

Perspectives on parliament for rural and regional youth

General | 11 August 2023

Young leaders have gained insights into the viewpoints of parliamentarians during a visit to Melbourne.