Greater accountability proposed for councils

Victoria–Nauru parliamentary partnership celebrated

General | 29 April 2026

A meeting room in Victoria’s parliamentary precinct has been named the Eragow Room, recognising the twinning partnership between the Parliaments of Nauru and Victoria.

Workshop helps untie knots of power, protection and representation

General | 24 April 2026

Women members of parliament from Bougainville, Nauru and Vanuatu joined their counterparts from Victoria and New South Wales for a Women’s Talanoa Workshop, to share lessons on representation, media and staying safe online.

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.

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.

Forward thinking by a growing industry

General | 3 September 2024

Victoria’s horticultural industry has highlighted innovation during a spectacular showcase held at Parliament House.

Pats and chats with a purpose

General | 29 August 2024

No bark nor bite as therapy dog Bailey brings parliamentarians together for an important cause.

Saluting a steadfast Aussie hero

General | 28 August 2024

The pioneering efforts of a supercentenarian have been celebrated at parliament and they’re showing no signs of slowing down.

Parliament Prize 2024 awards ceremony

General | 14 August 2024

The competition received a record-setting 1126 entries from pupils in grades 5 through to year 12 on issues important to them and their communities.

Proposed reforms to improve election fairness and accessibility

General | 1 August 2024

Voting in Victoria should begin on the Saturday before election day and include Sunday and two late night voting sessions, a parliamentary committee has proposed.

Report on Auditor-General's performance tabled

General | 31 July 2024

An independent report on the performance of the Victorian Auditor-General's Office (VAGO) has been tabled in Parliament.

MPs lead students on journey of service and sacrifice

General | 19 July 2024

Victorian teenagers are keeping the legacy of the Kokoda Track campaign alive, sharing heroic stories of the fallen with their local communities after trekking 138 kilometres in Papua New Guinea.

Youth Parliament inspires a new generation

General | 5 July 2024

The State Government has been presented with the 17 Bills which passed the 38th annual YMCA Youth Parliament.

Ombudsman exceeds objectives in debut audit

General | 4 July 2024

The Victorian Ombudsman met and exceeded its agency objectives, according to a report tabled out of session this week.

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