In Victoria, freedom of speech is enshrined in the state’s Charter of Human Rights. This right must be protected. Yesterday, the Victorian Police Association called for a permit system to…
Do you have a Will? You may be eligible to have your Will, Power of Attorney & Medical Decision Maker documents drafted by us. Date: Monday 5th and 12th February…
VALS has advocated for the United Nations Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) to be legislated in Australia for many years. We are deeply frustrated that the Federal…
The family of 28-year-old Noongar man Jeffrey Winmar have held a vigil for their beloved son, father, uncle, brother, and cousin, who tragically died in police custody in Victoria earlier…
Next week on 7 November 2023, being intoxicated in public will finally be decriminalised. This is an historic and long overdue reform, with laws repealing the offence coming into effect…
In late July, the findings from the Coronial Inquest into the passing of 12-year-old Sasha (pseudonym) were handed down. Sasha passed away in hospital in 2019 while in out-of-home care.…
VALS has been proud to represent Uncle Percy, Veronica Nelson’s partner, during his fight for justice. Uncle Percy, along with Veronica’s mother, Aunty Donna Nelson who is represented by Robinson…
Join us on Wednesday March 29 from 12.45pm – 1.45pm for an online panel discussion, as part of our ‘Unlocking Victorian Justice’ webinar series. This webinar will focus on the…
Last week the Coroner found that Victoria’s bail laws were a “complete and unmitigated disaster” as part of the Inquest into the passing of Veronica Nelson. Uncle Percy Lovett, Veronica’s…
VALS is calling on the Victorian government to make urgent changes to the criminal justice system, following two weeks of startling evidence given to the Yoorrook Justice Commission. Yoorrook Commissioners…