17 March 2026

News

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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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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Parliament Snapshot

General | 6 March

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

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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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Lift off for space exhibit

Economy | 28 May 2025

A little bit of Victorian ingenuity should find itself on the surface of the moon before the decade is out.

Ancient traditions launch discussions on youth aspirations

General | 27 May 2025

Yarning circle brings together Aboriginal young people to share their ideas and hopes at Parliament House.

Bill aims to modernise superannuation for emergency service workers

General | 26 May 2025

The Legislative Assembly has debated legislation aimed at modernising the Emergency Services Superannuation Scheme, with membership of more than 124,000 Victorian public servants.

Two for one energy bill debate

Infrastructure | 22 May 2025

Parliament has debated two energy bills aimed at ensuring community confidence in the energy transition and supporting electrification as part of the state’s transition to net zero emissions by 2045.

Procedural twist for budget speech

General | 20 May 2025

The presentation of the Victorian state budget was a bit different this year.

Unbound creativity celebrated at Parliament

General | 16 May 2025

Victorian artists with disability have had their artwork showcased at Parliament House.

New technologies risking ‘mental privacy’ of workers

Society | 13 May 2025

With workplace surveillance accelerating in recent years, a parliamentary committee has called for new laws to protect the rights of workers.

Journey back to Melbourne’s federal years

General | 9 May 2025

A series of short videos for social media takes a brief look back at the first 26 years of federation, when Victoria’s Parliament House was home to the federal parliament.

Addressing the gaps in regional housing

Environment | 6 May 2025

More diversified dwellings and new building practices were among the issues raised at a recent public hearing on supply of homes in regional Victoria.