Speaker appoints new integrity commissioner
22 April 2021
The Speaker, Joy Burch MLA, has announced that The Hon Michael F. Adams QC has been appointed as the ACT’s new Integrity Commissioner. The appointment follows the resignation of the inaugural ACT Integrity Commissioner The Hon Dennis Cowdroy AO QC in December 2020. Read the media release.
James Milligan is sworn in as the new member for Yerrabi
30 March 2021
James Milligan has been sworn in as the new member for Yerrabi following the resignation of Alistair Coe earlier in the month. Mr Milligan was the successful candidate after a countback of votes from the last election, his election officially declared on 26 March.
Alistair Coe MLA resigns from the Assembly
12 March 2021
Alistair Coe MLA, member for Yerrabi, has presented his resignation from the Legislative Assembly to the Speaker. His resignation will be effective from midnight tonight.
This creates a casual vacancy: an empty seat outside of an election period. Find out what happens next
First sitting of the Tenth Assembly
3 November 2020
The Tenth Legislative Assembly for the ACT has sat for the first time.
All members were sworn in, taking their oath or affirmation of office in front of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Australian Capital Territory. Next, members elected Joy Burch MLA to continue in the role of Speaker, and finally members elected Andrew Barr as Chief Minister.
Presentation of member badges
29 October 2020
From left to right: Andrew Braddock MLA, Emma Davidson MLA, Marisa Paterson MLA, Jo Clay MLA, Johnathan Davis MLA, Rebecca Vassarotti MLA, Peter Cain MLA, Leanne Castley MLA.
Click here to watch a video about our members' pins.
Declaration of election results for Tenth Assembly
28 October 2020
The Electoral Commissioner, Damian Cantwell AM, has officially declared the results of the Territory election that took place on 17 October 2020. The Tenth Legislative Assembly for the ACT comprises 10 Australian Labor Party members, nine Canberra Liberals members, and 6 members from the ACT Greens. See members of Tenth Assembly
Ninth Assembly sits for the last time
27 August 2020
The Ninth Assembly has sat for the last time, ahead of the next Territory election which will take place on Saturday 17 October 2020.
Assembly's Acknowledgement of Country in Ngunnawal language an Australian first
30 July 2020
The Assembly’s traditional Acknowledgement of Country was delivered in Ngunnawal language today for the first time. The Assembly is the first parliament in Australia to deliver its Acknowledgement in an indigenous language at the start of each sitting.
The Assembly voted unanimously to shift from an English to Ngunnawal language Acknowledgment of Country in November 2019. The resolution calling for this was the first tripartisan motion in the Assembly's history. Read more...
Sitting dates added
7 May 2020
- Thursday 21 May
- Thursday 4 June
- Thursday 2 July
- Thursday 23 July
- Thursday 30 July
- Thursday 20 August
See the full sitting calendar
Assembly building closed to the public
8 April 2020
The Speaker has announced that the Legislative Assembly building will be closed to the public until further notice. Members of the public will still be able to contact their MLAs via telephone or email.
Further changes to sitting dates
2 April 2020
Further to changes to the March sitting dates, which meant the scheduled sittings on Tuesday 31 March and Wednesday 1 April did not take place, the Assembly has agreed to revise their sitting calendar up to the end of August. Only the scheduled Thursday sittings will now take place:
- Thursday 7 May
- Thursday 18 June
- Thursday 13 August
- Thursday 27 August
The Assembly will be focusing on essential business only, and other dates that were published previously, have been cancelled.
New COVID-19 committee is set up
2 April 2020
A new committee has been set up to inquire into COVID-19 in the ACT. The committee will be inquiring into the ACT's health and financial response, and other issues related to the pandemic. Visit the COVID-19 Response Committee page.
Committee meetings move to video conference
2 April 2020
A motion has been passed through the Assembly to change standing orders, to enable committees to meet via video conference. This will allow them to continue their inquiries until normal operating arrangements resume.
Change to upcoming sitting dates
27 March 2020
In keeping with the Assembly's resolution of 22 August 2019, a majority of members have written to the Speaker requesting a change to the scheduled sitting dates.
The Assembly will not sit as scheduled on Tuesday 31 March or Wednesday 1 April 2020. The sitting on Thursday 2 April 2020 will take place as scheduled.
Public galleries in the Assembly building close
19 March 2020
Galleries in the Assembly building are now closed to the public until further notice. Media release
COVID-19
17 March 2020
Speaker Joy Burch MLA has announced a number of changes to normal operating arrangements at the Legislative Assembly precincts. Read more
Assembly awards for emerging artists announced
26 November 2019
Speaker of the Assembly, Joy Burch MLA, has announced the 2019 winners of the Assembly's awards for emerging artists. Media release
Deepak-Raj Gupta sworn in as new member for Yerrabi
Tuesday 30 July 2019
This morning Mr Deepak-Raj Gupta was sworn in as the new member for Yerrabi. Watch Mr Gupta's inaugural speech.
Deepak-Raj Gupta declared the new member for Yerrabi
Tuesday 23 July 2019
Mr Deepak-Raj Gupta has now been declared the new member for Yerrabi. He will be sworn in when the Assembly sits next week.
Deepak-Raj Gupta set to be new member for Yerrabi
Monday 22 July 2019
Following a count-back of votes from the 2016 election, Mr Deepak-Raj Gupta is set to replace outgoing member for Yerrabi, Meegan Fitzharris. The next step in the process is for the result to be officially declared by the ACT Electoral Commissioner, Damian Cantwell AM. The declaration is a public event and will take place in the Assembly building on Tuesday 23 July at 3:00pm. Learn how the count-back works.
Meegan Fitzharris MLA, member for Yerrabi, resigns from Assembly
Monday 8 July 2019
Meegan Fitzharris MLA, member for Yerrabi, has presented her resignation from the Legislative Assembly to the acting Speaker. Her resignation will be effective from midnight tonight.
The Assembly is different to other parliaments in Australia, and fills causal vacancies by count back of the votes from the last election. Learn how the count back works.
30th Anniversary open day
Saturday 11 May 2019
The Assembly's 30th anniversary open day included anniversary-day sausages, building tours, community choirs and dance performances. We also debated the merits of one house versus two, in the Assembly Chamber. Photos
Assembly thanks Ngunnawal women for gift of possum-skin cloak
10 May 2019
In a significant act of Reconciliation a possum-skin cloak has been presented to the Legislative Assembly by the Ngunnawal People.
The gift is a significant act of generosity and will be on permanent display outside the entry to the Assembly chamber, this prominent position reflecting its importance as a symbol of reconciliation and respect between the Ngunnawal People, the Assembly, and the wider ACT community.
Traditionally, possum-skin cloaks were an everyday item for Aboriginal people. Starting as a single skin to wrap a newborn baby and added to over time, they were illustrated with stories of the life, clan and country of their owner. Following white settlement (and the introduction of woolen blankets), the tradition of making cloaks was largely discontinued. There are now only a small number of cloaks in existence, although their traditional significance endures. Media release Photos
30th anniversary ceremonial sitting
10 May 2019
A ceremonial sitting took place to acknowledge 30 years of self-government in the ACT, and the anniversary of the first sitting of the Legislative Assembly. Watch proceedings.
Cameral II artwork, a reflection of the Assembly and the community
9 May 2019
Cameral II, a photographic artwork by Barbara Campbell, has been formally welcomed into the Assemby's art collection, replacing an earlier version of the work from 2001.
It captures the symbolic relationship between the people of the ACT and their representative government, and the importance of active public participation in the political process. Like its predecessor, Cameral II is best viewed from the exterior of the building on London Circuit. While the new photographs depict the members of the Ninth Assembly, the resulting image is intended as an evocation of all members—past, present and future.
At the 2016 election, the Assembly became the first jurisdiction in Australia to have a majority of women members (originally 52%, increased to 56% in December 2017) and this new take on the work reflects the increase in size and change in composition of the Assembly. Media release
Former Members Association inaugural meeting
9 May 2019
The inaugural meeting of the Former Members’ Association of the ACT Legislative Assembly took place on the eve of the Assembly's 30th anniversary.
SelfGov30 exhibition
9-31 May
Our exhibition, SelfGov30 opened. The exhibition tells the story of what came before self government in the territory, how it came about, what we've dealt with since, and asks what should come next in our self-government story.
New Auditor-General, Michael Harris, to commence this week
5 February 2019
Speaker of the Assembly, Joy Burch MLA, has witnessed the affirmation of new ACT Auditor-General, Michael Harris. Mr Harris will commence his seven-year term on 8 February. Media release
Speaker announces Assembly prize for art
27 November 2018
Speaker of the Assembly, Joy Burch MLA, has announced the 2018 winners of the Assembly awards for emerging artists. Media release
Breastfeeding welcome here program
October 2018
The Assembly is now a member of the Breastfeeding welcome here program. Staff at the entrance can show parents to a space where they can feed their baby.
Speaker announces appointment of independent legal arbiter
19 October 2018
Joy Burch MLA, Speaker of the Assembly, has announced the appointment of an independent legal arbiter to evaluate the Icon Water contracts with ActewAGL. The Speaker made the appointment in accordance with the resolution passed by the Assembly on 20 September 2018. The independent legal arbiter for this task will be the Hon Richard Refshauge. Media release
Speaker presents remonstrance to Senate
13 September 2018
Government announces eighth Minister
24 August 2018
The Government has announced a number of Ministerial and portfolio changes along with the expansion of the Ministry. The eighth Minister will be member for Murrumbidgee, Chris Steel. Chris Steel will be Minister for City Services, Minister for Community Services and Facilities, Minister for Multicultural Affairs, and Minister for Roads.
Assembly passes remonstrance motion
16 August 2018
The Assembly has ‘remonstrated’ (protested) the Senate’s rejection of Territory rights to make laws on assisted dying. Remonstrance motions are rarely-used, and this is the first remonstration to pass the Assembly in its 29 year history. Watch the motion. One previous remonstrance motion was moved in the Assembly in June 2009, but this motion was amended and passed as a regular motion.
Speaker farewells Auditor-General, Dr Maxine Cooper
6 August 2018
The Speaker of the Assembly has farewelled ACT Auditor-General, Dr Maxine Cooper. During her seven year term, Dr Cooper has made a significant contribution to the administration and public accountability of the Territory. Media release.
Candice Burch, member for Kurrajong, is sworn in
13 February 2018
Candice Burch is sworn in as the new member for Kurrajong, following her election in December.
Countback for seat of Kurrajong
13 December 2017
Following the death of Steve Doszpot MLA, a countback of votes from the 2016 election was held on 11 December, to fill the casual vacancy in the seat of Kurrajong. This was the first countback since the 2016 election. The candidate with the most votes, Candice Burch, has been declared formally elected. She will be sworn in during the first sitting day in 2018.
Speaker announces Legislative Assembly art prizes
27 November 2017
Speaker of the Assembly, Joy Burch MLA, as announced this year's winners of the Assembly awards for emerging artists. Media release.
Death of Steve Doszpot MLA
25 November 2017
Steve Doszpot MLA has died after a long illness. Mr Doszpot made a valedictory statement to the Assembly on 24 October, advising his intention to resign as a member on 5 December. Mr Doszpot is the first member of the Assembly to die while in office.
New ACT electoral commissioner announced
3 October 2017
Speaker Joy Burch has announced the ACT's new electoral commissioner. Brigadier (Retired) Damian Cantwell AM will be appointed for a five-year term on 1 November 2017.
Speaker announces decision of independent legal arbiter
19 June 2017
Speaker of the Assembly, Joy Burch MLA, has announced the decision of the independent legal arbiter regarding a claim of executive privilege by the Chief Minister. Media release.
ACT Electoral commissioner announces retirement
30 May 2017
Phil Green, the ACT's first full-time electoral commissioner, has announced he will retire in August 2017.
Speaker announces Legislative Assembly art prize
25 November 2016
Speaker of the Assembly, Joy Burch MLA, has announced this year’s winners of the Assembly awards for emerging artists.
Resignation of a member
15 July 2016
Mr Brendan Smyth, Member for Brindabella, has resigned from the Assembly effective today. This creates a vacancy that will be filled by count back of the votes from the last election. Learn more about the process for filling a vacancy
Speaker accepts appointment to CPA
29 June 2016
Speaker of your Assembly, Mrs Vicki Dunne, has accepted an important appointment as acting Treasurer of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA). The invitation was made in recognition of her length of service and contributions to the work of the CPA, and Mrs Dunne felt it was a great honour to be considered. The position will be filled permanently at the next meeting in Dhaka in September 2016.
Australasian Studies of Parliament Group
17 March 2016
The first ASPG event for 2016 took place in the APH theatre. English votes for English laws.
Speaker celebrates Commonwealth Day
15 March 2016
Mrs Vicki Dunne, MLA, Speaker of the Assembly, has hosted Commonwealth Day celebrations for the Assembly. Luke Gersekowski, College Captain of St Edmunds College, read the Commonwealth Day message from Her Majesty the Queen.
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New member for Ginninderra sworn in
8 March 2016
New member for Ginninderra, Mr Jayson Hinder, has made his inaugural speech, following his swearing in this morning.
Resignation of a member
18 February 2016
Mary Porter AM MLA has announced her intention to resign from the Assembly on Friday 19 February. This creates a vacancy that will be filled by count back of the votes from the last election. Learn more about the process for filling a vacancy
Committee membership changes
21 January 2016
On 21 January 2016, the Speaker approved the following changes to the membership of Assembly committees:
Standing Committee on Health, Ageing, Community and Social Services
Discharge Dr Bourke and Ms Fitzharris and appoint Ms Burch and Ms Porter in their places.
Standing Committee on Justice and Community Safety
Discharge Dr Bourke and appoint Ms Burch in his place.
Standing Committee on Planning, Environment and Territory and Municipal Services
Discharge Dr Bourke and Ms Fitzharris and appoint Ms Burch and Ms Porter in their places.
Standing Committee on Public Accounts
Discharge Ms Fitzharris and appoint Ms Burch in her place.
Pursuant to standing order 223, the Speaker may approve a committee membership change if it is considered necessary for the functioning of a committee. The Speaker has formed the view that the changes support the operations of the committees concerned and has thus granted her approval. She will formally report on this when the Assembly next sits.
Visit your Assembly
Last year 1900 people visited your Assembly to learn about our parliamentary system. You can too. Book your visit
Be involved
e-Petition your Assembly – you can use an e-petition to formally request action from the Assembly. Find out more about e-petitions.
Building refurbishment
Construction work has begun in the Assembly building, following the removal of the art collection for safe keeping last month.
2014-2015 Annual Report
Interested in the activities of the Office of the Legislative Assembly? Our 2014-2015 annual report is now available.
Clerk attends NZ seminar
18 January 2016
This week the Clerk of the Assembly, Tom Duncan, is attending a seminar in New Zealand on keeping parliaments relevant. More
Art works removed
17 December 2015
Signature art works in the Assembly building, including the iconic glass sculpture in the building's foyer, are being removed for safe keeping ahead of building refurbishment.
Benchmarks for democratic parliaments
16 December 2015
Clerk of the ACT Legislative Assembly Tom Duncan Clerk has attended a benchmarking workshop for democratic parliaments, with colleagues from Asia, India, and South Asia regions.
Speaker welcomes new citizens
2 December 2015
Speaker of the ACT Legislative Assembly Vicki Dunne has welcomed over 100 new Australian citizens to the territory. Find out more about the citizenship evening....
Coming together to talk about vulnerability
1 December 2015
Representatives from the Assembly have met with parliamentarians from across the Commonwealth to discuss vulnerability. More...
Speaker announces Legislative Assembly prizes for art
27 November 2015
Speaker of the ACT Legislative Assembly Vicki Dunne has congratulated this year’s winners of the Legislative Assembly Awards for Art. Due to be announced at an award ceremony as part of the ANU School of Art’s graduating exhibition, the recipients of the two awards are Christine Ramsay and Brooke Jarvis. More...
Parliamentary event: balancing act between Executive and Legislature
2 November 2015
The Assembly hosted an event by the ACT Chapter of the Australasian Study of Parliament Group. The session, presented by Speaker Vicki Dunne MLA, and Minister for Territory and Municipal Services Shane Rattenbury MLA, explored the age old tension that sometimes arises between the prerogatives of executive government and the accountability and scrutiny functions of the legislature. More
Report into Draft Variation to Territory Plan No. 343 for Mr Fluffy blocks released
27 October 2015
The committee report into Draft Variation 343 to the territory plan for blocks affected by the loose fill asbestos insulation eradication scheme has been tabled. Report
Open Day 2015
20 September 2015
The Legislative Assembly is staging an opportunity to see behind the scenes in your Assembly building. Open day events are held once every Assembly (every four years).
Events include: a viewing of the replica of the Magna Carta and a debate about its relevance in today’s democracy adjudicated by The Honourable Justice Richard Refshauge; choral performances by the Canberra Children’s Choir and adult choir Latin Lovers; art tours by our curatorial advisor; talks by local artists who have works on display in the building; MLAs hosting tours of the building and cooking the BBQ lunch; a Correa Bells plant for the first 100 families. More ...
Speaker welcomes Taiwanese Youth Ambassadors
Mrs Vicki Dunne MLA, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly for the ACT, along with Mr Andrew Wall MLA, Dr Chris Bourke MLA and Ms Mary Porter AM MLA, this morning met with youth ambassadors from Taiwan. Photo
Report on the Inquiry into medical cannabis draft bill
13 August 2015
The committee report on the inquiry into the proposed use of medical cannabis in the ACT has been tabled. Read the report
Report into ACT Appropriation Bill 2015-2016 released
4 August 2015
The Select Committee on Estimates was established in early 2015 to examine expenditure proposals put forward in the Appropriation Bill 2015-2016, the Appropriation (Office of the Legislative Assembly) Bill 2015-2016, and revenue estimates proposed by the Government in the 2015-2016 Budget.
In addition to the submissions received from 15 community and industry groups, the Committee held public hearings over 11 days in June, hearing evidence from 178 witnesses across all ministerial portfolios; the officers of all Territory Owned Corporations, all ACT statutory officers, Officers of the Legislative Assembly and from community groups.
The report has been tabled in your Assembly. Media Release Committee report - Appropriation Bill 2015-2016 and the Appropriation (Office of the Legislative Assembly) Bill 2015-2016 (PDF, 131.09 KB) Read report
Constitutional Convention
30-31 July 2015
Over 50 students took part in the 2015 ACT Schools Constitutional Convention on 30-21 July. The convention, a collaborative effort between the National Archives, the Museum of Australian Democracy and the ACT Legislative Assembly, aims to give students an opportunity to examine current constitutional issues and learn about the original constitution convention in the 1890s, including the modern procedures and practices of parliament.
The question explored at this year’s convention was ‘Should the Commonwealth Parliament have specific powers to legislate for the environment?’
This year's students had the opportunity to investigate the Constitution and its fundamental role in Australia’s system of government; visit the Museum of Australian Democracy to part in the “Our Voices, Our Choices” interactive trail; experience the stories of those who have lobbied and petitioned to create change in the community; debate the reach of constitutional powers and the role of the Commonwealth Parliament in legislating on environmental matters; and participate in a mock referendum.
Honouring the battles of Villers-Bretonneux
31 March 2015
The Speaker has officially received a painting, on loan from the Australian War Memorial, by acclaimed Australian war artist Will Longstaff. The painting, Villers-Bretonneux, ruins of the church, is a poignant reminder of the aftermath of a battle that forged a special bond of friendship between Australia, Britain and France.
Phil Green to continue as ACT Electoral Commissioner
26 March 2015
After a merit-based recruitment process the Electoral Commissioner, Phil Green, has been reappointed for a term of five years.
Vicki Dunne MLA, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, made the appointment on behalf of the Assembly. This is the first time the Speaker has overseen the recruitment and appointment process, following amendments to the Electoral Act last year. Media release
Celebrating Commonwealth Day with your Assembly
10 March 2015
The Assembly celebrates Commonwealth Day today, with an event that brings together members of the diplomatic corps with the leadership of Canberra's senior colleges. Media release
New MLA is sworn in
10 February 2015
Meeghan Fitzharris has been officially sworn in as the new member for Molonglo during the first sitting day for 2015. Ms Fitzharris won a countback to fill the seat vacated by former Chief Minister, Katy Gallagher, in December.
Review of Latimer House Principles
10 February 2015
The latest review of the implementation of Latimer House Principles in the ACT has been tabled in the Assembly by the Speaker. This report was compiled by Bill Burmester, Mark Evans, Meredith Edwards, and Richard Reid, from the Institute for Governance and Policy Analysis at the University of Canberra.
More on Latimer House Principles in the ACT and reports
Business of the Assembly
4 February 2015
A summary of business of the Assembly has been released, highlighting interesting figures from the 2014 sitting year. Year in review Media Release
New MLA for Molonglo announced
16 January 2015
Meegan Fitzharris has been announced as the new MLA for Molonglo following a countback of votes from the 2012 election by Elections ACT. Meegan Fitzharris replaces former Chief Minister, Katy Gallagher, who resigned from the Assembly in December 2014.
ACT Lobbyist Register commences
1 January 2015
The ACT's Lobbyist Register has come into effect.
All individuals, partnerships or companies wishing to lobby a Member of the Legislative Assembly, their staff, or ACT public sector employees must now be registered. Details can be provided online, and will appear on the register, on average, within two business days of the receipt of properly completed registration forms. Online registration.
Speaker Advises ACT Electoral Commission of casual vacancy
23 December 2014
The Speaker has advised the ACT Electoral Commissioner of a casual vacancy, following the official resignation of Katy Gallagher from the Assembly on 23 December. The process for filling the vacancy is managed by Elections ACT.
Election of a new Chief Minister
11 December 2014
The Speaker announced a special sitting of the Assembly today to elect a new Chief Minister, Andrew Barr MLA. The ACT's new Deputy Chief Minister is Simon Corbell MLA.
Resignation of a Chief Minister
8 December 2014
Last week Katy Gallagher MLA announced that she would resign her position as Chief Minister. Lots of things happen behind the scenes at the Assembly to formalise this.
Ms Gallagher is due to formally resign as Chief Minister on 10 December 2014 by providing written advice to the Speaker, Vicki Dunne MLA. Once this has happened, the Speaker will call a special sitting of the Assembly to elect a new Chief Minister.
In addition to resigning as Chief Minister, Ms Gallagher has indicated that she will resign her position as an MLA before Christmas. This will create a vacancy in the Assembly that will be filled by count back of the votes from the last election.
Learn more about how these processes work.
Report into Loose-fill asbestos insulation bill released
4 December 2014
The report into the Inquiry in the proposed Appropriation (Loose-fill Asbestos Insulation Eradication) Bill has been released. Report
ACT Lobbyist Register announced
4 December 2014
In a significant show of support for transparency in the decision-making process across the ACT public sector, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly for the ACT, Vicki Dunne MLA, has announced the commencement of a register of lobbyists. Media release HTML PDF (317KB)
Assembly art
4 December 2014
Speaker announces winners of this year's Legislative Assembly Awards: Joel Arthur for his oil and acrylic painting; and Harriet Lee Robinson for her work made of hand beaten copper. Media Release HTML PDF (430.3KB)
26 November 2014
The Speaker congratulates sculptor Kensuke Todo, and painter Annika Harding on recent ACT art awards. Their works are included in recent Assembly art acquisitions, and are now proudly on display. Media Release HTML PDF (298KB)
Independent budget process an ACT first
6 August 2014
In a significant reaffirmation of the independence of the Legislative Assembly, Vicki Dunne MLA, Speaker of the Assembly, tabled a set of budget protocols for the Office of the Legislative Assembly.
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Condolence book for victims of Flight MH17
21 July 2014
A condolence book, located in the public entrance of the Assembly building, was opened for people wanting to pay their respects to victims of Flight MH17.
Inaugural Officers of the Legislative Assembly are sworn in
8 July 2014
This week, Speaker Vicki Dunne MLA presided over the swearing-in of the inaugural Officers of the Legislative Assembly. This formalised the appointments of the ACT Auditor-General, ACT Ombudsman, and members of the ACT Electoral Commission as Officers of the Legislative Assembly. Media Release HTML PDF 314.2KB
Administrative Arrangements 2014 notified
4 July 2014
New Administrative Arrangements 2014 have been notified following the announcement of the expanded Cabinet. See the new Ministerial Responsibilities.
Report into Ammendments to the Electoral Act 1992 released
30 June 2014
The Select Committee into Amendments to the Electoral Act 1992 has finalised its inquiry into Amendments to the Electoral Act 1992 and released its report.
Report Word (2.0MB) PDF (955.8KB)
Longstaff painting welcomed to temporary home at the Assembly
12 June 2014
Vicki Dunne MLA, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, has welcomed the arrival at the Assembly of an important piece of Australian art history.
The painting has been loaned to the Assembly as part of the commemoration of the centenary of World War I. Villers-Bretonneux, ruins of the church by William Longstaff, is on display outside of the Speaker’s hospitality room at the Assembly building.
The Speaker extended her thanks to the Australian War Memorial and its Director, Dr Brendan Nelson, for the generous loan.
The Assembly’s art collection
June 2014
Since occupying the iconic South Building on London Circuit in 1994, the Assembly has developed a collection of visual art that reflects the calibre and diversity of artists working in the region.
Acquisitions are made each year on the advice of the Legislative Assembly Art Advisory Committee, and new works are displayed temporarily on the ground floor corridor of the Assembly building facing London Circuit.
Explore a selection of works in our online gallery.
Staff Service Awards
16 May 2014
Today we recognised the years of service of our longest standing staff members.
Question Time and adjournment debates now on ArtSound FM
7 April 2014
Commencing for the sitting week of 8 April, Question Time and adjournment debates will now be replayed on community radio station ArtSound FM.
Report into Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment in the ACT Public Service released
1 April 2014
The Standing Committee on Health, Ageing, Community and Social Services, has finalised their inquiry into ACT Public Service Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment. Media release and Report PDF (3.6MB)
Commonwealth Day
Week of 17 March 2014
This week we acknowledged and celebrated Commonwealth Day. Thank you to Phyllida Behm (CGGS), who read HM the Queen’s message at a function hosted by the Speaker, Vicki Dunne, at the Assembly on 18 March. Media release and speeches
Canberra's centenary column and time capsule is sealed
11 March 2014
Canberra's centenary time capsule was sealed on City Hill this week. Our gifts to future Canberras included copies of speeches from Canberra's 100th birthday, and handwritten letters from Assembly Speaker, Vicki Dunne; Chief Minister, Katy Gallagher; ACT Opposition Leader, Jeremy Hanson; and Greens Leader, Shane Rattenbury.
Commissioner for Standards announced
14 February 2014
Dr Ken Crispin QC is announced as the inaugural Legislative Assembly Commissioner for Standards.
Great Centenary Tapestry
4 December 2013
On Wednesday 4 December 2013, the Speaker, Vicki Dunne MLA, welcomed guests from across the ACT arts community and beyond to the official handing over of the ‘Great Centenary Tapestry’.
Speaker announces Assembly prizes for Art
29 November 2013
The Speaker, Vicki Dunne MLA, has announced the latest recipients of the Assembly's art prizes.
Commissioner for Standards to be appointed to the Assembly
31 October 2013
The Assembly has resolved that a Commissioner for Standards be appointed. The position will be filled for an initial period of two years.
The Assembly's Annual Report 2012-13 is released
26 September 2013
The 2012-13 Annual Report for the Office of the Legislative Assembly is now available online.