Unpacking parliament in an accessible way
New youth-led podcast series answers a variety of questions about parliament.
Parliament of Victoria — 30 October, 2023
It’s a tribe: Meet the Salty Bitches
Tackling mental health with a chilly dawn ocean swim.
Dscribe — 22 August, 2023
Also published on The Junction — 7 September, 2023
Space to learn during Science Week
Science and civics education combine as Mission Control lands at Parliament House.
Parliament of Victoria — 19 August, 2023
Also published in Science Victoria Magazine — 4 September, 2023
‘White system’: Aboriginal Elder’s bid to access age pension early dismissed
Australia's age pension system does not breach Racial Discrimination Act, Federal Court says in a landmark ruling.
Edge of the Crowd — 23 July, 2023
People power
Geelong residents have taken to the streets to protest against council cuts to libraries and social services.
Dscribe [Video Package] — 27 June, 2023
Also published on The Junction — 27 June, 2023
Youth forum gets answers from MPs
Three Members of Parliament have responded to questions put by young people from across Victoria.
Parliament of Victoria — 16 May, 2023
Young Victorians call for seat at the table
Young people from across the state have made presentations directly to Members of Parliament about issues that matter to them during a unique forum at Parliament House.
Parliament of Victoria — 13 May, 2023
The Tallest Man on Earth announces return to Australia
The national tour follows the release of the Swedish singer-songwriter's sixth studio album, Henry St.
Edge of the Crowd — 1 May, 2023
Strong move or concerning mistake?
Ben Starkie and Ellie Claringbold hit the streets of Geelong to find out what local residents think of the government’s $386 billion AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine pact with the US and UK.
Dscribe [Video Package] — 23 April, 2023
‘Gutless’: Greens blast decision to keep refugees in offshore detention
The Albanese government have voted against a bill to evacuate the 160 refugees held in offshore detention on PNG and Nauru.
Edge of the Crowd — 9 March, 2023
Journalists withhold information over fears of defamation action
Australian journalists say fear of legal action prevents them from publishing information they know to be true.
Edge of the Crowd — 3 March, 2023
Australian Government face court over age pension discrimination
A legal challenge has argued eligibility age for the pension should be lowered for First Nations people, citing the gap in life expectancy between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
Edge of the Crowd — 24 February, 2023
Labor’s National Cultural Policy headed for parliamentary inquiry
Labor's landmark National Cultural Policy, Revive, will be scrutinised in a parliamentary inquiry following a push from the Greens.
Edge of the Crowd — 16 February, 2023
Elevating science through inclusion
Leading female scientists have discussed the joys and challenges of working and studying in their fields of endeavour during a fascinating forum at Parliament House.
Parliament of Victoria — 13 February, 2023
Also published in Science Victoria Magazine — 7 March, 2023
Behrouz Boochani calls for royal commission into refugee detention
Refugee advocate and former Manus Island detainee, Behrouz Boochani, has called for a royal commission into Australia’s detention of refugees, saying Australians have a right to know about the conditions experienced by asylum seekers.
Edge of the Crowd — 08 February, 2023
MDMA, psilocybin approved for medical use
Authorised psychiatrists will be able to prescribe MDMA and psilocybin for treatment-resistant mental health conditions from July.
Edge of the Crowd — 04 February, 2023
Victorian Greens to push for bail law reform
The Greens will reintroduce a bill to reform Victoria's bail laws when parliament meets next week.
Edge of the Crowd — 02 February, 2023
Rethinking the justice system
Personal stories have helped shape proposals for justice reform.
Parliament of Victoria — 29 October, 2022
Leading by example
Young Victorians share their thoughts about leadership in a new video series produced by Parliament of Victoria.
Parliament of Victoria — 21 October, 2022