MEMBERS UPDATE

 

Something exciting is coming in November, and we want you to be part of it. Keep an eye on your emails for information.

Volunteer Voices on Social Media

We want to platform YOUR voice on our social media channels. 

If you have a gift of the gab and a knack for public speaking, telling stories and some know-how knowledge of Instagram and TikTok we’d love to amplify your voice and the Victorian Labor message. 

Don’t miss out on this volunteering opportunity - fill out our form here for more details.

The Preselects Play Trades Hall

You're Invited! 🎶

One Night Only – The Preselects play Trades Hall! Fundraiser for the Victorian State Labor Campaigns of Ashwood, Bass, Glen Waverley, Monbulk, Narre Warren South & Pascoe Vale

Join us for a night of feel-good music and fun as we get ready for the upcoming Victorian election!

📅Date: Sat 22 November 2025

🕖Time: Doors Open 6.30pm for 7.30pm start

📍Venue: Trades Hall, 54 Victoria St Carlton

🎤Featuring: Live performances from the preselects, special guests and MC'd by Minister Harriet Shing

🍻Food & Drinks Available to purchase |🎁 Door Prizes | limited T-shirts available to purchase

Special Guests: Min Harriet Shing, Victorian Labor MPs, Federal Labor MPs.

This is more than just a gig - it's a chance to energise our movement, connect with fellow supporters, and raise vital funds to keep Labor strong in Victoria.

Early Bird tickets available if you bring your friends! Must be purchased by 31 October.

National Labor Women's Conference and Cocktail Party Celebrating 30 Years of Affirmative Action

The National Labor Women's Network is holding its biennial National Labor Women's Conference this year, and it's right here in Melbourne!

The 2025 National Labor Women's Conference is a two-day event bringing together Labor members and people in our movement from across the country to connect, learn and organise to create change.

If you care about gender equality and the advancement of women's participation in society and in politics, this Conference is not to be missed.

A Cocktail Party will be held on the Saturday evening of the Conference, with the theme of celebrating 30 Years of Affirmative Action in the Party. It will be a fantastic opportunity to celebrate what we've achieved but also turn our minds to what comes next, and what still needs to be done.

Labor members and friends are warmly invited to attend the Conference and/or the Cocktail Party; these two events are ticketed separately.

New ticket prices

And in great news for members, we have worked hard behind the scenes to make them more affordable, with new prices as follows:

🎟️ Two-day Women's Conference, Sat-Sun 15-16 November: $50 waged/solidarity ticket, $25 unwaged/low-income ticket
🎟️ Cocktail Party, Saturday 15 November, 7pm: $100

Book Here

Those who have already bought tickets will be issued a refund of the difference in price.

Expressions of interest open!

You are also invited to share your ideas and contribute to shaping the Conference. We are seeking proposals for panels, keynote sessions, and interactive discussions that reflect our shared Labor values and commitment to advancing equality.

Expressions of interest to host a stall are also available, and are a great opportunity to showcase organisations, campaigns, or initiatives that support women in Labor and the broader movement.

Please submit your ideas or expressions of interest by 30th October below.

Expressions of Interest

New Members Information Sessions

New to Victorian Labor? Want to learn more about how the party works, and different ways you can get involved? Even if you're not so knew, come along for a refresher at one of our upcoming New Member Information Sessions on:

• Wed 22 October, 6-7pm
• Fri 31 October, 12.30-1.30pm

Sessions are held online via Microsoft Teams. Each session will cover the same content, so feel free to attend the one that best suits.

Register Here

Any feedback or ideas on how we can improve your experience as a member, please reach out to Tina Samardzija, Director Engagement and Training, at [email protected].

Lily's Italian Bake Off

Italian food culture is a way of life. From tasty plates of pasta to scrumptious desserts, Italian cuisine always leaves you wanting more.

And I am very excited to share some of my personal favourite sweets and treats with you.

These homemade showstoppers personally made by me won't be found in the shops of Melbourne, but instead come from the beautiful towns and villages of Southern Italy.

And for one lucky raffle winner, they'll be delivered right to your home!

They'll also come with the recipe and history of each treat.

By supporting Lily's Italian Bake Off fundraising campaign, you’ll not only have the opportunity to taste these scrumptious delicacies but also support me to get re-elected in Mill Park.

You can purchase your raffle tickets and enter the draw to get a huge hamper of Lily’s Italian Bake Off sweets and treats delivered to your home (Victorian addresses only).

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South Eastern Multicultural Gala Dinner

Don't miss your opportunity to get a ticket to this amazing event!

The evening will include, multicultural performances, auctions, raffles and a three-course buffet dinner including soft drinks, wine and beer.

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Bentleigh Trivia Night

Join Nick Staikos and special guests for a fun-filled night of trivia, in support of the Bentleigh campaign.

Treaty Seminar with Minister Hutchins and Sheena Watt MP

Thank you to those who joined us on Wednesday 1 October for an exclusive briefing on Victoria's Treaty, the nation’s first treaty with First Peoples.

We were honoured to have The Hon. Natalie Hutchins MP, Minister for Government Services, Minister for Treaty and First Peoples, Minister for Prevention of Family Violence and Minister for Women, and Sheena Watt MP, Member Northern Metropolitan Region, Parliamentary Secretary for Emergency Services and Parliamentary Secretary for Climate Action provide members with an overview of the first statewide Treaty, as well as their personal and political insights into the journey toward Treaty in Victoria.

It was an extremely popular event, demonstrating how keen our members are to know more about Treaty.

As Minister Hutchins and Sheena explained, there are many ways to stay informed about Labor's work on Treaty:

• Visit Treaty Victoria, where you can read the negotiated Treaty and sign up to receive the regular Treaty Newsletter
• Read this two-page fact sheet.
• Explore the resources outlined in this information pack. 

We are keen to provide members with more opportunities to hear from our members of Parliament. If you have any suggestions for future sessions, either policy areas or MPs that you'd like to hear from, please send through to Tina Samardzija, Director Engagement and Training, at [email protected].

Disability Action Plan

Victorian Labor is working hard to implement the action items it committed to under its Disability Action Plan.

We are the only political party that is serious about supporting people with a disability and that has committed to an Action Plan!

Although there is much work to do and you will see more happening in the coming months, we have a number of items in progress including:

• A new Victorian Labor website that meets Double A compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
  Guides for social media accessibility, email communication and inclusive language
  Accessible meeting and event checklists
  Reviewing and updating our internal Victorian Labor processes with a disability lens
  Developing a mentoring program for members with a disability.

This is something we all need to own and work on, and we look forward to engaging with members on this and updating you on our progress.

For those members who aren't aware, we have an official group within Victorian Labor for people who experience disability, carers and others interested in disability policy and to provide a place of support - Labor Enabled. Please think about joining, and we look forward to working with the new Labor Enabled executives who are scheduled to be confirmed in a few weeks.

We also look forward to the upcoming International Day of People with a Disability on 3 December and planning ways to increase knowledge and understanding of disability in the Party.

If you have any questions about our work on the Disability Action Plan, feel free to contact Tina Samardzija, Director of Engagement and Training, at [email protected].

You're Invited: Online Forum on "Weaving Nature into the Fabric of Urban Life - By Design"

The collaboration of Labor Environmental Action Network Victoria, UAPC and Labor Academy invites you to this informative event.

Hear from experts about the vital importance of urban nature for the liveability of cities.

Nature in urban environments is not just aesthetics.

Weaving nature into our cities and towns will make them healthier, more habitable, and sustainable in a period of significant population growth and vulnerability to climate change. It will also help restore biodiversity and connect residents with First Nations history and culture.

Speakers include Professor Sarah Bekessy of RMIT and Professor John Thwaites, former Deputy Premier and now Chair of the Monash Sustainable Development Institute and Climateworks Centre. Professor Tony Dalton from the Urban Affairs Policy Committee will also join the Q&A.

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Remembering Gough! 50th Anniversary of 'The Dismissal'

Join our celebration of a Labor Party giant, Gough Whitlam. Come along to the Camberwell Central Bowls Club on Monday, 17th November 2025, when Kew Labor, along with our Hawthorn and Malvern comrades, will be celebrating the enduring legacy of Australia’s 21st Prime Minister.

Of course, it will soon be the 50th anniversary of the sacking of the Whitlam Government. But, beyond that, it will be a night to revel in Gough’s magnificent and indelible record of progress and reform.

Join us as we hear from our keynote speaker, Emma Dawson, Executive Director of the Chifley Research Centre, as she reflects on the achievements of the Whitlam Government, and how they have shaped the Australia we know today. Take part in a Q&A and discussion, which we’re expecting will include insights and ‘special comments’ from some current-day Labor MPs.

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Labor Merch

Step into a piece of history with The Labor Shop’s exclusive merchandise collection!

Whether you're a political enthusiast, a history buff, or simply love unique finds, our shop offers a range of memorabilia that brings Australia's vibrant political past to life.

From socks that showcase your allegiance in style to iconic front-page newspapers commemorating landmark moments like the Bracks Government win, Keating’s triumphs, and Whitlam’s takeover, each item captures a pivotal point in our nation's story.

These aren’t just items—they’re keepsakes that let you wear, share, and celebrate the legacy of Australian Labor.

Explore the collection today and own a piece of history that you can proudly display or gift to fellow admirers!

Resources

Members can find many useful resources with the button below, such as Party Rules, various forms and our Code of Conduct.