Sourced positions
Each position is the member's own stated view or vote, supported by the listed sources. The badge says what kind of source backs it — official record (Hansard, a parliament, a government or an electoral commission), own statement (their own site or their party's), news report (journalism or a third-party organisation) or encyclopedia. That is a statement about the evidence, not about how much we believe it. This page records public statements and conduct only — see methodology.
Economy & tax own statement
Venkat Ram Upparlapalle says “I fully support the Liberal Party’s commitment to scrap Labor’s Emergency Services Property Levy”, calling it “just another land tax – a burden on families, homeowners, and local communities”, and “I stand with the Liberals in pledging to repeal this unfair levy if elected.”
Drugs & law and order own statement
Venkat Ram Upparlapalle says Wyndham North Police Station in Tarneit “SHOULD BE OPEN”, and “I’ll continue advocating to make the reopening and proper resourcing of Wyndham North Police Station a top priority for Tarneit.”
Integrity & anti-corruption own statement
Venkat Ram Upparlapalle says “I believe our community deserves greater transparency and accountability in how public funds are spent”, and “As your voice in Tarneit, I support greater transparency so public spending delivers real value for our community.”
Health own statement
Venkat Ram Upparlapalle says “it's essential that we have access to health services closer to home. I will strongly advocate for the development of more local health and mental health services to meet our community's needs.”
Transport & infrastructure own statement
Venkat Ram Upparlapalle says of flooding on Dohertys Road, “I will advocate for the planned road upgrade and Dry Creek bridge to be prioritised and delivered sooner. Our community deserves safe, reliable roads.”
Record last updated 2026-10-25.