Rachel Payne MP has spoken in support of the Education and Training Reform Amendment (Apprenticeships, Traineeships, Schools and Other Matters) Bill 2026. She is backing a new statutory framework designed to protect some of Victoria’s most vulnerable workers.
Rachel Payne MP has spoken in support of the Multicultural Victoria Amendment Bill 2026, welcoming the establishment of a new statutory body but urging the government to back the reform with genuine investment in the grassroots organisations that serve Victoria’s diverse communities.
Ahead of Wear It Purple Day, Rachel Payne MP used a Member’s Statement in Parliament to reflect on courage and visibility. She also shared a recent story from entertainer Reuben Kaye. This reminded LGBTIQA+ young people that they are loved, valued, seen and supported. Full…
Rachel Payne MP has moved a motion in Parliament calling on the Victorian Government to put cannabis legalisation directly to the people
In a Member’s Statement to Parliament, Rachel Payne MP used her time in the chamber to cut through the election-year noise around potholes and corruption. She spoke on an issue she says isn’t getting the attention it deserves — the family violence epidemic. She referenced…
Rachel spoke on Refugee Week, and the importance of celebrating the resilience and contributions of those who have rebuilt their lives here.
Rachel voted against the government’s Outdoor Recreation Victoria Bill 2026 and supported a motion to refer the legislation to a bill review.
While Rachel agreed upon the temporary measure to support Victoria Police at a time of police shortage, she reiterated several long-term solutions that would free up police time and resources.
Rachel spoke about the important supports provided to street-based sex workers by St Kilda Gatehouse. The non-profit organisation provides emergency aid, support referrals, a place to sleep and a sense of connection for some of the community’s most vulnerable. St Kilda Gatehouse also run programs for girls and young women impacted by sexual exploitation.
Rachel summed up her motion on police cautions instead of arrests for cannabis personal use possession. After listening to the evidence presented, the Legislative Council debated and ultimately agreed to the motion.
