1 April 2026

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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

Improving community engagement to make better decisions

Society | 3 March 2026

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Parliament Snapshot

General | 25 March

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

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Young Aboriginal voices lead the way

Infrastructure | 24 March

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

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Week in Review

General | 22 March

Watch highlights from our latest parliamentary sittings held from 17-19 March 2026, presented by Legislative Council President Shaun Leane MP.

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Hearing investigates what happens when oil rigs retire

Infrastructure | 10 March

The Legislative Council Environment and Planning Committee has travelled to South Gippsland to take a closer look at the Barry Beach Marine Terminal, once the beating heart of Bass Strait’s oil and gas industry — and now the emerging centre of one of Australia’s largest offshore decommissioning programs.

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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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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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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.

Coercive behaviours outlined at cults inquiry

Society | 30 July 2025

The controls exercised over personal lives have been detailed during the first public hearings for the parliamentary inquiry into cults and organised fringe groups.

Diverse topics covered in record-breaking competition

General | 28 July 2025

The winners of the 2025 Parliament Prize have been announced after a record number of entries from students across Victoria.

Students explore leadership and advocacy

General | 23 July 2025

New civics initiatives offered at parliament are providing Victorian students with opportunities to engage with a range of concepts important to their future.

Digging deep, reporting with purpose

General | 18 July 2025

While the media landscape is changing, the parliamentary press gallery maintains its significant role in political reporting.

Warning tower demolitions could prolong waitlists

Infrastructure | 15 July 2025

Homelessness in Victoria could be exacerbated by the state’s program of public housing renewal, a public inquiry has heard.

Youth parliamentarians advocate for action

General | 11 July 2025

In total, 19 bills were passed at the 2025 Victorian Youth Parliament held at Parliament House.