Dylan Wight
Australian Labor Party candidate for Tarneit District in the Legislative Assembly (lower house) at the election on Saturday 28 November. Currently the member for Tarneit, first elected in 2022.
New campaign quotes added 13 Nov. What's changed
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Tarneit in violet, within the Western Metropolitan Region.
Election history
- 28 Nov 2026 · state electionStanding for Tarneit District as Australian Labor Party.
- 26 Nov 2022 · state electionStood for Tarneit District as Australian Labor Party - Victorian Branch, 46.6% of first preferences. Elected. Results
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In their own words
Dylan Wight is the local Member of Parliament representing the dynamic and multicultural suburb of Tarneit, one of Victoria's fastest-growing areas. Dylan was elected at the 2022 election. As a proud father of two, Dylan understands the importance of having a place to call home, where he can give his kids the best start to life.
An excerpt, word for word, from Victorian Labor candidate profile, checked 13 Nov 2026. Follow the link for the full text.
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Their record and what they're campaigning on
Dylan Wight is a sitting member, so each issue starts with their record in Parliament: a summary of how they voted, what they said and the portfolios they held, with the count of sources behind it. Party members usually vote together, so a vote often reflects the party's position. See the full record with every source.
Campaign quotes are word for word from Victorian Labor candidate profile and dylanwightmp.com.au. Each quote links to where it was published. “Not mentioned” means only that it isn't in those pages.
Crime and bail
In ParliamentHas defended the government's bail changes and machete ban and supported bringing back police reservists. Voted for the Bail Further Amendment Bill 2025. 1 vote, 2 statements
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Housing and renting
In ParliamentHas supported the housing statement's aim of sharing growth beyond outer suburbs like Tarneit and criticised the opposition's planning policy. Voted against letting the Greens' rent controls bill be introduced in April 2026 (a procedural vote). 1 vote, 2 statements
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Treaty and First Peoples
In ParliamentSpoke in support of the Statewide Treaty Bill 2025 and voted for it. 1 vote, 1 statement
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Transport and roads
In ParliamentHas welcomed the Wyndham ring-road and the new West Tarneit station, and called for access roads to unlock more station parking. 2 statements
- Website13 Nov 2026“The Carroll Labor Government is investing an extra $352 million to double the number of potholes fixed this year – from 250,000 to 500,000.”dylanwightmp.com.au
AI and technology
In ParliamentHas said Victoria's workplace surveillance laws have not kept up with technology. Voted against letting the Greens' AI data centres moratorium bill be introduced in August 2026 (a procedural vote). 1 vote, 1 statement
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Gambling and racing
In ParliamentParliamentary Secretary for Racing and Major Events since August 2026. Has supported casino reforms to help people experiencing gambling harm and backed the racing industry's future. Voted for the Gambling Legislation Amendment (Pre-commitment and Carded Play) Bill 2024. 1 vote, 2 statements, 1 portfolio
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Cost of living
In ParliamentHas pointed to free public transport in April 2026, the school saving bonus and free kinder as cost-of-living relief. Voted for the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund bill. 1 vote, 1 statement
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Health
In ParliamentHas supported Labor's free dental care commitment and asked about a children's mental health service moving to Tarneit. Voted against a reasoned amendment to withdraw the Health Safeguards for People Born with Variations in Sex Characteristics Bill 2025 (a procedural vote). 1 vote, 2 statements
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Everyone standing in Tarneit District
- MOINUDDIN, Aijaz Independent
- WIGHT, Dylan Australian Labor Party
- ISLAM, SM Zaberul Independent
- ELSBURY, Andrew The West Party
- VAN KEULEN, Leah Victorian Socialists
- NIYONGABIRE, Horizana Family First
- AHMED, Rahima Ibrahim Independent
- RAHN, Maurita Animal Justice Party
- VILLAGONZALO, Walter One Nation Victoria
- RIFAI, A. Raheem The Greens
- UPPARLAPALLE, Venkat Ram Liberal
- SUDHAGANI, Sindhu The Republican
In ballot order.