Greater accountability proposed for councils

Electoral laws reinstate donation caps

General | 11 June 2026

Parliament has passed new electoral laws in an effort to restore political donation limits and transparency, after a High Court decision left the state without any regulatory framework governing campaign finance just months out from the next election.

Students’ art all in for reconciliation

General | 5 June 2026

Creativity, culture and powerful storytelling came together at Parliament House as students from Worawa Aboriginal College showcased a compelling exhibition in celebration of National Reconciliation Week.

Committees bringing law to life for uni students

General | 26 May 2026

For three months the aspiring law professionals are immersed in the research and evidence gathering process involved in a parliamentary inquiry.

Community projects explore civic participation

General | 22 May 2026

Engaging in democracy is the focus of a new collaboration between Neighbourhood Houses Victoria and the Parliament of Victoria.

Parliament Prize winners celebrated

General | 31 August 2025

Nine students who made outstanding video statements on issues they care about have been rewarded at a ceremony held at Parliament House.

Pop-up garden celebrates industry grounded in community

General | 29 August 2025

The Victorian horticulture industry came together to transform Queen’s Hall at Parliament House into a spectacular garden.

Tribute in blue to fallen police officers

General | 28 August 2025

Parliament has honoured two Victoria Police officers whose lives were tragically taken in the line of duty on 26 August 2025.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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