22 September 2026

News

Critical minerals offer big returns with a small footprint, experts say

Economy | 21 September 2026

As global demand for critical minerals continues to grow, Victoria faces important decisions about how its mineral resources should be developed.

New laws to criminalise coercive control

Justice | 17 September 2026

New family violence reforms to create a standalone criminal offence of coercive control, have passed the Parliament.

Watching the watchdogs

General | 16 September 2026

As Victoria’s 60th Parliament draws to a close, members of a parliamentary watchdog say their work over the past four years has reinforced important accountability functions that are vital for strengthening public trust in the state’s democratic institutions.

Youth perspectives outlined on key issues of our time

General | 14 September 2026

An international youth forum has tackled some of the big issues confronting our society, and two Victorians were there to have their voices heard in the debates.

Community voices making a difference

General | 13 September 2026

Not just following the herd: Shepparton shows it's more than just fruit and dairy

General | 10 September 2026

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Parliament Snapshot

General | 14 September

Latest news from parliament, with updates on legislation, committee reports and community events.

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Student pathways to in-demand industries

Economy | 9 September

More support for parents, teachers and students is going to be required to meet the needs of Victoria’s growing and modernising workforce, according to a parliamentary report.

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Pathway forward for early childhood education and care

Society | 8 September

A new parliamentary report has made a series of recommendations to tackle failures in Victoria’s early childhood education and care sector.

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Making voting centres more accessible

Society | 8 September

Parliament’s Electoral Matters Committee has made 61 recommendations to better assist people with disability during elections.

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Inside Victoria's Parliamentary Budget Office

General | 3 September

In this interview, the Parliamentary Budget Officer explains how the PBO provides independent, apolitical policy costings and economic, fiscal and financial advice to Members of Parliament.

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Waste-to-energy report tabled in Legislative Council

Infrastructure | 26 August

Victorian Legislative Council members table the Economy and Infrastructure Committee's final report on the development and expansion of waste-to-energy infrastructure in Victoria.

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Roundtable focuses on youth mental health

Health & Welfare | 19 August 2026

The lived experience of young people facing mental health challenges was discussed at a roundtable held at Parliament House.

Laws to better protect workers on the job

Justice | 18 August 2026

Legislation to help shield frontline retail and transport workers from abuse and assaults has received almost unanimous backing in the Lower House of Parliament.

Financial counsellors highlight stories of hardship and hope

Society | 14 August 2026

An exhibition held at Parliament House has showcased the vital role of financial counsellors in supporting people facing financial stresses.

Report urges more student voices on university bodies

Society | 13 August 2026

University Councils would be required to have at least two elected student members across various qualification levels under a recommendation made in a new report.

Parliament Prize 2026 winners announced

General | 10 August 2026

The winning entries for the 2026 Parliament Prize have been announced today on parliament’s social media channels.

Honouring tradition, embracing change

General | 7 August 2026

As Victoria's Parliament marks its 170th anniversary in 2026, the milestone invites reflection on how it has evolved, the ongoing relevance of its traditions and what its future may hold.

Bill to end group voting tickets debated

General | 6 August 2026

The Legislative Assembly has debated measures to abolish group voting tickets, a reform designed to end preference harvesting and backroom preference deals in upper house elections.

Inquiry gives voice to fire-affected communities

Environment | 4 August 2026

More than 440,000 hectares were burnt, 451 homes were destroyed and one life was lost but the true impact of the summer 2026 bushfires can’t be measured solely in statistics.

Major milestone for accountability agency

General | 3 August 2026

With Victoria recently marking 175 years since separating from New South Wales, one of its oldest public institutions has reached the same milestone.