11 December 2025

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Inquiry calls for a halt to housing towers plan

A Victorian parliamentary inquiry has called for an immediate pause on the state government’s plan to demolish and redevelop Melbourne’s 44 public housing towers, citing a lack of evidence and transparency around the multi-billion-dollar project.

Apology to First Peoples motion passes Parliament

The Parliament has passed a motion apologising to First Peoples and acknowledging past injustice in a sitting of the Legislative Assembly to which Legislative Council members were invited.

Important step forward towards a family-friendly Parliament

General | 8 December 2025

Parliament of Victoria has received accreditation as a breastfeeding-friendly workplace by the Australian Breastfeeding Association.

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.

Videos

Youthful insights on pathways to in-demand industries

Economy | 24 November

A group of young Victorians spoke with Members of Parliament as part of an innovative discussion for the inquiry into student pathways to in-demand industries.

Week in Review

General | 23 November

Catch up on what’s been happening at the Victorian Parliament, as Legislative Council President Shaun Leane outlines some of the highlights from our latest sittings.

Launch of Parliament in Auslan

General | 23 November

Highlights from the launch of Parliament in Auslan, a joint initiative by Deaf Victoria and Parliament of Victoria providing new resources about Parliament for the deaf community.

Parliament Snapshot

General | 21 November

Latest news from parliament, including updates on legislation, committee inquiries and community events.

Wildlife roadstrike report makes 18 recommendations

Environment | 20 November

The Victorian Government should consider requiring motorists to stop and render assistance to wildlife they have struck when safe to do so, a report tabled in the Legislative Council has recommended.

Witnesses share insights on coercive high-control groups

Society | 14 November

The inquiry looking into cults and organised fringe groups has heard from a range of witnesses, including people with lived experience, cult advocacy and support groups, and representatives of various faith organisations.

Three private members’ bills begin their journey

Society | 4 August 2022

During this sitting week three new bills were made public in the Legislative Council by non-government members of parliament.

Children of incarcerated parents the invisible victims of crime: Report

Justice | 4 August 2022

New report recommends Victoria create an agency to respond to children and families of people affected by parental incarceration.

Parliament pays tribute to Jane Garrett

General | 3 August 2022

Tributes have been paid to The Honourable Jane Garrett MP, with condolence motions moved in the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council.

Maree Edwards elected Speaker

General | 2 August 2022

The Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards has been elected Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.

Victoria might mandate minimum size for new apartments

Infrastructure | 2 August 2022

Victoria could follow the lead of New South Wales and Western Australia by setting a minimum size for all new apartments built in the state.

Report urges more support, closer to home for Victoria’s migrant and refugee seniors

Society | 2 August 2022

Care finders or community connectors could be employed across the state to help culturally diverse seniors find and access support close to where they live.

Parliament Prize leads to local action

General | 1 August 2022

One student’s winning entry in last year’s Parliament Prize competition has helped to address a road safety issue.

Open House Melbourne roars back to life

General | 31 July 2022

Hundreds of people of all ages poured through parliament when Open House Melbourne returned as an in-person event for the first time since 2019.

Youth-led content for parliament’s platforms

General | 29 July 2022

Parliament’s website and social media will soon have content produced by young Victorians.