1 November 2026

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Records, reflections and Round the Twist

General | 21 October 2026

Throughout the final sitting weeks of the 60th Parliament more than two dozen MPs bid farewell to state politics in their own unique way.

Striving for a more inclusive future

Society | 14 October 2026

Members of Parliament from across the political spectrum share a common interest in broadening community participation in our democracy, particularly among First Nations and multicultural communities.

Community at the core of politics

General | 8 October 2026

Despite varying backgrounds and pathways into politics, a common purpose can be found among three women MPs with different political allegiances.

Where democracy meets history

General | 30 September 2026

Victoria's Parliament stands on a site with thousands of years of history as a place of gathering and decision-making. Today, MPs are grappling with what that legacy means for representation.

More than just a seat at the table

General | 23 September 2026

Critical minerals offer big returns with a small footprint, experts say

Economy | 21 September 2026

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Parliament Snapshot

General | 14 September

Latest news from parliament, with updates on legislation, committee reports and community events.

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Student pathways to in-demand industries

Economy | 9 September

More support for parents, teachers and students is going to be required to meet the needs of Victoria’s growing and modernising workforce, according to a parliamentary report.

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Pathway forward for early childhood education and care

Society | 8 September

A new parliamentary report has made a series of recommendations to tackle failures in Victoria’s early childhood education and care sector.

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Making voting centres more accessible

Society | 8 September

Parliament’s Electoral Matters Committee has made 61 recommendations to better assist people with disability during elections.

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Inside Victoria's Parliamentary Budget Office

General | 3 September

In this interview, the Parliamentary Budget Officer explains how the PBO provides independent, apolitical policy costings and economic, fiscal and financial advice to Members of Parliament.

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Waste-to-energy report tabled in Legislative Council

Infrastructure | 26 August

Victorian Legislative Council members table the Economy and Infrastructure Committee's final report on the development and expansion of waste-to-energy infrastructure in Victoria.

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Parents warn public schools have 'become the charity' as funding shortfalls bite

General | 17 April 2026

Parents from an inner‑Melbourne public primary school have warned a parliamentary inquiry that chronic underfunding is forcing families, teachers and volunteers to prop up essential education services.

Moves to wind up cladding safety body

Infrastructure | 13 April 2026

The Legislative Assembly has debated a new bill to formally wind up Cladding Safety Victoria, marking the final stages of the state’s response to the combustible cladding crisis that emerged after high‑profile apartment fires more than a decade ago.

Low‑sensory voting centres to expand across Victoria

General | 7 April 2026

Low‑sensory voting centres will be rolled out across every Victorian electorate at the next state election, making voting more accessible for neurodivergent people who face barriers at traditional polling places, a parliamentary inquiry has heard.

Autism advocacy redefines inclusion

Society | 2 April 2026

A vibrant showcase of organisations dedicated to autism awareness and advocacy has been held at Parliament House.

Regions spark interest in pathways to employment

Economy | 31 March 2026

Regional Victoria showed members of parliament what it has to offer young people pursuing employment during a couple of site visits and public hearings.

Bill to consolidate food regulators debated

Health & Welfare | 24 March 2026

Legislation to establish a single, independent food safety regulator has been debated in the Legislative Assembly.

Young Aboriginal voices lead the way with new podcast

General | 20 March 2026

Parliament House was filled with community spirit this week for the launch of the Youth Yarning with Mob podcast series.

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.