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Keeping contemporary in a changing world

General | 25 January

Tradition and change on the minds of more than 100 parliamentary officers from across the world who converged on the Victorian Parliament.

Fresh perspectives on parliament

General | 18 January

New four-part video series gives insights into how young people see and engage with parliament.

Sitting days set for 2023

General | 3 January

February 7 start for 60th Parliament's first full year of sittings.

Latest videos

Find out about the Serjeant-at-Arms

30 January

Tradition paired with contemporary function is a good way to describe the role of Serjeant-at-Arms.

Usher of the Black Rod makes history

25 January

Victoria's first female Usher of the Black Rod speaks about her ceremonial and administrative role.

The role of the Governor

20 January

Victoria's Governor Linda Dessau explains the various aspects of her role.

Parliament Express

This series of articles has been produced by participants in Parliament Express, a 12-week program delivered by Express Media in partnership with the Parliament of Victoria that provides young writers with the opportunity to hone their skills through mentoring and engagement opportunities.

Hearing the youth voice

Tuning in to the aspirations of young Victorians.

Classic forms meet contemporary functions

A heritage asset adapts to a modern world.

Rethinking the justice system

Personal stories have helped to shape proposals for justice reform.

The pros and cons of being social

TikTok raises questions about engaging with young people on their terms.

A hybrid world beyond the pandemic

MPs look to the future of committee work in a hybrid world.

Leading by example

Young Victorians talk leadership in a new video series.

Youth return to halls of Victorian Parliament

General | 27 June 2022

On the 2022 reform agenda are a raft of bills on topics of education, employment, health, justice, transport, sustainability, inequality, cultural diversity and LGBTIQ+ representation.

Committee inquiry reviews Government’s pandemic orders

Health & Welfare | 24 June 2022

The Pandemic Declaration Accountability and Oversight Committee has consulted various stakeholders at public hearings held throughout 2022.

First Peoples’ Assembly members address Parliament

Society | 22 June 2022

The Co-Chairs of the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria have made an historic address to the Legislative Assembly.

Bill banning Nazi swastika passes Parliament

Justice | 22 June 2022

Victoria has become the first jurisdiction in Australia to pass legislation banning the public display of the Nazi swastika (Hakenkreuz).

Victoria leads nation on autism awareness, but still has way to go

Society | 20 June 2022

In the first of its kind, a week-long event is taking place in Queen's Hall at Parliament House to raise awareness of autism spectrum disorder in Victoria.

Public hearings probe unis’ investment in skills

Economy | 10 June 2022

Industry insiders are giving evidence to a parliamentary inquiry assessing the investment in skills by Victorian universities.

Diverse development the key to prosperous Latrobe Valley future

Economy | 9 June 2022

The Latrobe Valley and Gippsland can develop a diverse range of industries as the region transitions away from coal-fired power, a Legislative Council Committee report has found.

Budget Estimates inquiry wraps up public hearings

Economy | 6 June 2022

The Public Accounts and Estimates Committee (PAEC) has concluded public hearings as part of its annual inquiry examining the government’s spending and revenue raising plans set out in the state budget.

World Environment Day forum held at Parliament House

Environment | 5 June 2022

A forum on biodiversity conservation and recovery in Victoria was held at Parliament House on 5 June for World Environment Day.

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