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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Bail debate returns to parliament

Justice | 22 August 2025

More legislation to strengthen bail laws in Victoria has gone before the Legislative Assembly.

Rescued animals highlight the cost of roadstrike

Environment | 21 August 2025

Five-month-old wombat joeys caught the attention of parliamentarians and members of the public at a hearing in Bendigo for the inquiry into wildlife roadstrike.

Stronger protections in building contracts considered

Economy | 18 August 2025

The Legislative Assembly has debated an overhaul of laws governing building contracts, aimed at strengthening consumer protections and modernising the regulatory framework for home building across the state.

Wartime response remembered

General | 15 August 2025

The Parliamentary Library has published two research papers to commemorate the 80th anniversary of World War II's end.

Embracing a ‘build-back-better' approach to climate resilience

Infrastructure | 14 August 2025

Victoria should shift from a traditional like-for-like rebuilding model to a ‘betterment’ approach that prioritises climate resilience and long-term infrastructure sustainability, according to a report tabled in the Legislative Council.

Towers ‘past their use-by date’: Homes Victoria

Infrastructure | 11 August 2025

Representatives of Homes Victoria have told a parliamentary inquiry they estimate it would cost $2.3 billion over 20 years just to maintain Melbourne’s public housing towers in their current condition.

New 'post-and-boast' offence debated

Justice | 6 August 2025

The Legislative Assembly has debated legislation creating a new offence that targets the act of ‘posting and boasting’ about serious crimes on social media.

Finding a voice through art

General | 4 August 2025

An exhibition held at Parliament House has showcased the power of art to help break down the stigma associated with mental ill health.

Helmet mandates, GPS limits and fines coming for e-scooters

Infrastructure | 31 July 2025

New safety standards for e-scooter and e-bike sharing schemes will be put in place after legislation regulating the businesses passed the parliament.