19 September 2025

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People, pressure and purpose: life as an MP

The rhythm of a politician's job changes day to day and comes with a lot of variety, according to three Members of Parliament who share some insights into their busy schedules.

Planning for healthy food

Changes to state planning laws could address the oversaturation of fast food chains in Victoria’s newest suburbs.

Connecting with regional community leaders

General | 11 September 2025

Participants in the Fairley Leadership Program have experienced parliament during a sitting week as part of their ongoing leadership learning.

Childcare protections pass parliament

Society | 5 September 2025

Urgent reforms to bolster the safety of children who are in childcare have passed the Victorian Parliament.

Crackdown on construction sector misconduct passed

Economy | 4 September 2025

The Parliament has passed legislation that aims to stamp out improper conduct at public construction projects and ensure complaints are referred for investigation.

Videos

Democracy Day interview with the Speaker

General | 15 September

On International Day of Democracy, we hear from Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Maree Edwards, someone with a key role in Victoria’s democratic process.

Week in Review

General | 14 September

Watch an update from our sittings held from 9 to 11 September 2025, presented by Legislative Council President Shaun Leane MP.

Governance of Victoria's waterways

Environment | 12 September

Watch a replay of the Parliamentary Library seminar that explores the governance of Victoria's waterways in an era of population growth and climate change.

Parliament passes childcare protections

Society | 5 September

Urgent reforms to bolster the safety of children who are in childcare have passed the Victorian Parliament.

Parliament Snapshot

General | 3 September

Latest news from parliament, including updates on legislation, committee inquiries and community events.

A day with the Press Gallery

General | 29 August

Find out what a sitting day in Parliament is like for two Press Gallery journalists.

MPs dunked to support fight against MND

General | 17 June 2025

The Big Freeze has come to Parliament House supporting efforts to find treatments and a cure for motor neurone disease.

Exploring oversight with partner parliament

General | 13 June 2025

Fijian parliamentarians have undertaken a professional development program at the Victorian Parliament focused on parliamentary oversight and accountability mechanisms.

Laws to improve consumer protection in retirement villages passed

Health & Welfare | 5 June 2025

The Parliament has passed a series of measures that aim to make retirement villages more equitable and sustainable.

Strengthening connections with regional youth

General | 3 June 2025

A group of young people from the South-West Coast are helping regional youth get their voices heard in Victoria’s Parliament.

Surviving the scare of blood cancer

Health & Welfare | 29 May 2025

Stories of persistence and strength have been recounted at Parliament House by survivors of blood cancer.

Lift off for space exhibit

Economy | 28 May 2025

A little bit of Victorian ingenuity should find itself on the surface of the moon before the decade is out.

Ancient traditions launch discussions on youth aspirations

General | 27 May 2025

Yarning circle brings together Aboriginal young people to share their ideas and hopes at Parliament House.

Bill aims to modernise superannuation for emergency service workers

General | 26 May 2025

The Legislative Assembly has debated legislation aimed at modernising the Emergency Services Superannuation Scheme, with membership of more than 124,000 Victorian public servants.

Two for one energy bill debate

Infrastructure | 22 May 2025

Parliament has debated two energy bills aimed at ensuring community confidence in the energy transition and supporting electrification as part of the state’s transition to net zero emissions by 2045.