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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Parliament direct to regional classrooms

General | 2 May 2025

A statewide outreach program is bringing parliament to classrooms across regional Victoria.

Community helps set parliamentary agenda

General | 29 April 2025

During recent sitting weeks, community voices have been heard across multiple issues, thanks to petitions debated in the Legislative Council.

Heritage chandelier returns to Parliamentary Library

General | 23 April 2025

After five years in storage a 19th century chandelier has returned to its pride of place, illuminating the Parliamentary Library’s central dome.

Victorians voice their views on Upper House reform

General | 16 April 2025

More than 200 Victorians have shared their views on the future of the state’s electoral system as part of consultation conducted by the Electoral Matters Committee (EMC).

Wildlife roadstrike inquiry underway

Infrastructure | 14 April 2025

The Legislative Council Economy and Infrastructure Committee is accepting public submissions until 30 May 2025.

New protections for home builders debated

Justice | 8 April 2025

The Legislative Assembly has debated legislation aimed at addressing issues in the housing and construction sectors and strengthening consumer protections for homeowners.

Hope for folk art's future

General | 4 April 2025

An endangered ancient art form has been showcased at Parliament House.

Building the evidence base on family violence

Justice | 3 April 2025

A parliamentary committee has called for improved data collection on people who use family violence.

Report highlights Commonwealth Games failures

Economy | 1 April 2025

A parliamentary inquiry into the Victorian Government’s 2026 Commonwealth Games Bid has made 62 findings and six recommendations in its third and final report.