VICTORIAN YOUNG LIBERALS
We uphold a centre-right mainstream political stance based on limited government authority, lower taxes, individual responsibility, family values, and a strong commitment to fostering innovation and private enterprise. Through advocacy, community engagement, and professional networking opportunities, we empower young individuals to actively shape the future of our nation.
Andrew Peacock was Australia’s 22nd Opposition Leader and served as Minister for Foreign Affairs from 1975 to 1980. He began his political journey as President of the Victorian Young Liberals and represented the electorate of Kooyong in the House of Representatives during his parliamentary career.
Louise Asher served as a Liberal Party member of the Victorian Parliament from 1992 to 2018, representing Monash Province in the Legislative Council and Brighton in the Legislative Assembly. She began her political journey as President of the Victorian Young Liberals, becoming the first woman to hold the position.
James Paterson is a Liberal Senator for Victoria, first elected in March 2016 at age 28, becoming the youngest Liberal ever elected to the Senate. Prior to his parliamentary career, he served as President of the Victorian Young Liberals and held roles as an adviser to Senator Mitch Fifield and as Deputy Executive Director of the Institute of Public Affairs.
Jess Wilson is the Member for Kew in the Victorian Parliament, first elected in 2022. A first-term MP, she recently made history as the first female leader of the Victorian Liberal Party. Before parliament, she advised federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg, and was Executive Director of Policy at the Business Council of Australia.
Smaller Government: We advocate for individual responsibility and empowering Australians to pursue success without bureaucratic barriers imposed by an overreaching government.
More Freedom: We uphold the essential freedoms of speech, association, movement, and worship, while championing the aspirations of Australians striving for progress and success.
Lower Taxes: We trust individuals to allocate their money more effectively than the government can.
Enduring Institutions: We uphold the family unit as the enduring cornerstone of a resilient society.