15 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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Bridging the political divide

General | 7 December 2025

While the Victorian Parliament is often portrayed as a battleground of conflict, much of its work happens through constructive collaboration.

Showcasing unique journeys in entrepreneurship

General | 5 December 2025

Migrant and refugee entrepreneurs have been celebrated in an exhibition held at Parliament House.

An age-old voting dilemma

General | 4 December 2025

Voting begins at 18, but with countries like the United Kingdom lowering their voting age, is there a desire or need for Victoria to follow suit?

Rewarding experience for parliamentary interns

General | 2 December 2025

As a group of final year university students graduated from the Victorian Parliamentary Internship Program, some described it as the highlight of their university degree.

Whole-of-community model supporting youth mental health

Health & Welfare | 30 November 2025

Young people in rural communities face added barriers to mental health support and a Victorian organisation is taking a whole-of-community approach to address it.

Legislation targets ‘culture of secrecy’ with NDA reform

Justice | 29 November 2025

Victoria is set to become the first Australian jurisdiction to significantly restrict the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in workplace sexual harassment cases, following the passage of the Restricting Non-disclosure Agreements (Sexual Harassment at Work) Bill 2025.

Cross-party friendships supporting diverse communities

General | 28 November 2025

The cooperative work of parliamentarians across the political divide doesn’t always capture attention, but it does give a boost to community groups and Victoria’s international relations.

Collaboration the key to opening regional housing doors

Economy | 27 November 2025

Population growth in regional Victoria is outpacing housing supply, and a parliamentary committee is calling for a collaborative approach to boost residential construction.

Young voices shake up decades-old format

Economy | 26 November 2025

A group of passionate young Victorians grabbed the attention of MPs during a public hearing for the parliamentary inquiry into student pathways to in-demand industries.