General News
18 May, 2025
Parliamentary Prize open to local students
Students across Victoria have an opportunity to share their views on their issues affecting their communities as part of an annual Parliament of Victoria competition.
The Parliament Prize, which opened this week, encourages students in years 5 to 12 to submit a video of themselves delivering a Member’s Statement on a local issue, as MPs do each sitting week throughout the Parliamentary year.
Member for Lowan and Deputy Leader of The Nationals, Emma Kealy, said the competition was an important opportunity for the Parliament of Victoria to engage with students to help them understand Parliament’s role.
“A Member’s Statement is an opportunity for elected members to make a brief statement of up to 90 seconds in state Parliament on matters of interest or concern to them and those living in their electorate,” she said.
“I would love to see lots of entries from local students, and encourage any schools wanting to get involved to reach out to my office.”
The competition has three categories – years 5-6, years 7-9, and years 10-12 – with cash prizes awarded to the winner, runner-up and third-placed entrant.
Additionally, students who place first in each category will win $1000 for their school.
Ms Kealy said more information was available at vicparl.news/parlprize, and people could contact her office by calling 5382 0097 or emailing emma.kealy@parliament.vic.gov.au.
Entries close at 5pm on Friday, June 13.