Sourced positions
A verified position is the member's own stated view or vote, supported by the listed sources. This page records public statements and conduct only — see methodology.
Voluntary assisted dying verified
Voted on the Voluntary Assisted Dying Bill 2017 in the Victorian Legislative Assembly (conscience vote; the bill passed the Assembly 47-37 on 20 October 2017). Vicki Ward voted YES (in favour).
Gender & LGBTQ+ policy verified
Labor MP for Eltham (since 2014). In the December 2024 ministerial reshuffle she became Victoria's Minister for Equality (the portfolio passing to her from Harriet Shing), a role that leads the government's work to remove discrimination from Victorian laws and services and to promote inclusion of LGBTIQA+ communities, working with the Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities.
Freedom of speech verified
Voted for the Justice Legislation Amendment (Anti-vilification and Social Cohesion) Bill 2024, which repealed the Racial and Religious Tolerance Act 2001 and expanded vilification protections (Legislative Assembly, combined second and third reading, 20 February 2025; Ayes 50, Noes 25).
Gambling & gaming reform verified
Voted for the Gambling Legislation Amendment (Pre-commitment and Carded Play) Bill 2024 (Legislative Assembly, second and third reading, 20 March 2025; Ayes 53, Noes 25). Voted for the second reading of the Gambling Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 (Legislative Assembly, 20 May 2025; Ayes 51, Noes 25). Voted for the second reading of the Casino and Gambling Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 (Legislative Assembly, 11 September 2025; Ayes 73, Noes 3).
Record last updated 2026-08-13.