Local students encouraged to enter The Parliamentary Prize competition

Nationals Member for Euroa Annabelle Cleeland is encouraging local students to enter the annual 2023 Parliament Prize competition.

“Entries are now open for students in Years 5 – 12 for this year’s Parliamentary Prize. This year, students are being asked what they would say to Parliament if they were an MP,” Ms Cleeland said.

“To enter, students need to record a video of themselves delivering a Member’s Statement that they would make to Parliament.

“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.

“I have recently attended schools across the electorate as students were learning more about how our political system works. It was very interesting to hear their thoughts and views on matters that are important to them and I look forward to hearing more of this through this great competition.”

The Parliamentary Prize competition is open to all Victorian primary and secondary school students, with age categories of years 5-6, years 7-9 and years 10-12.

Students entering the competition can record themselves or can use an animated avatar if they prefer.

Students have the chance to win $500 for themselves, and $1,000 for their school.

For more information on the competition including entry terms and conditions visit https://new.parliament.vic.gov.au/teach-and-learn/Resources/preparing-for-the-parliament-prize/

Entries close 5pm, Friday 16 June 2023.