James Newbury
Liberal candidate for Brighton District in the Legislative Assembly (lower house) at the election on Saturday 28 November. Currently the member for Brighton, first elected in 2018.
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- On the ballot as
- NEWBURY, James
- Ballot position
- 6
- Stood for Parliament
- 1 time, elected once
- Running against
- 7 others
- Donations to them
- None disclosed
- Donations to their party
- $2.0m
Brighton in violet, within the Southern Metropolitan Region.
Election history
- 28 Nov 2026 · state electionStanding for Brighton District as Liberal.
- 26 Nov 2022 · state electionStood for Brighton District as Liberal, 45.6% of first preferences. Elected. Results
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In their own words
James was born in Melbourne and grew up in East Malvern. Growing up, James was very close to his paternal grandmother and he spent a lot of time with her at the family property on Phillip Island.
An excerpt, word for word, from Victorian Liberal 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
James Newbury 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 Liberal candidate profile and jamesnewbury.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 ParliamentShadow Attorney-General since October 2025. Has said the government's crime and bail laws are too weak, while not opposing its recent community safety bills and moving amendments. Voted for the Bail Further Amendment Bill 2025. 1 vote, 2 statements, 1 portfolio
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Housing and renting
In ParliamentFormer shadow planning minister. Has opposed high-rise towers in suburbs that do not want them and a planning bill that limits neighbours' say. Voted to let the Greens' rent controls bill be introduced (a procedural vote). 1 vote, 2 statements, 1 portfolio
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Treaty and First Peoples
In ParliamentHas criticised planning rules requiring notice to registered Aboriginal parties when neighbours are not notified. Voted against the Statewide Treaty Bill 2025. 1 vote, 1 statement
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Transport and roads
In ParliamentHas pressed the government on local road maintenance and pedestrian safety in the Brighton electorate. Voted against the Transport Infrastructure and Planning Legislation Amendment Bill 2024. 1 vote, 2 statements
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
AI and technology
In ParliamentVoted to let the Greens' bill to pause new AI data centre approvals be introduced (a procedural vote). 1 vote
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Gambling and racing
In ParliamentHas described the 2025 casino bill as a deal between Labor and Crown. Voted against the Gambling Legislation Amendment (Pre-commitment and Carded Play) Bill 2024. 1 vote, 1 statement
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Cost of living
In ParliamentShadow Treasurer in 2025. Has opposed the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund levy and other state taxes, and criticised state debt. Voted against the levy bill in 2025. 1 vote, 2 statements, 1 portfolio
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Health
In ParliamentSupported the Voluntary Assisted Dying Amendment Bill 2025. Voted for a reasoned amendment to withdraw and redraft the Health Safeguards for People Born with Variations in Sex Characteristics Bill 2025 (a procedural vote). 1 vote, 1 statement
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Also mentions
Climate and environment
- Website10 Nov 2026“James believes very strongly that our environment must be preserved so that it can be enjoyed and passed onto our children.”jamesnewbury.com.au
Everyone standing in Brighton District
- FAGAN, Alexander One Nation Victoria
- CASLEY, John Independent
- HAIN, Anthony Libertarian (formerly Liberal Democrats)
- MULLAHY, Bridget Australian Labor Party
- SMITH, Jessica Victorian Socialists
- NEWBURY, James Liberal
- VINCENT, Barry Family First
- BAIN, Ebony The Greens
In ballot order.