Pauline Richards
Australian Labor Party candidate for Cranbourne District in the Legislative Assembly (lower house) at the election on Saturday 28 November. Currently the member for Cranbourne, first elected in 2018.
Website: paulinerichardsmp.orgFacebookInstagram
- On the ballot as
- RICHARDS, Pauline
- Ballot position
- 5
- Stood for Parliament
- 1 time, elected once
- Running against
- 7 others
- Donations to them
- None disclosed
- Donations to their party
- $2.2m
Cranbourne in violet, within the South-Eastern Metropolitan Region.
Election history
- 28 Nov 2026 · state electionStanding for Cranbourne District as Australian Labor Party.
- 26 Nov 2022 · state electionStood for Cranbourne District as Australian Labor Party - Victorian Branch, 46.2% of first preferences. Elected. Results
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In their own words
Pauline is the Member for Cranbourne, having been elected in November 2018. Before being elected, Pauline was an adviser to the Hon. Jill Hennessy, then Minister for Health and then Attorney General.
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
Pauline Richards 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 paulinerichardsmp.org. Each quote links to where it was published. “Not mentioned” means only that it isn't in those pages.
Their stated priorities
- “I want to ensure that our community is resourced with the hospitals, schools and infrastructure throughout this growth in order for the people of Cranbourne to get on with their families, jobs and careers.”
Crime and bail
In ParliamentHas sought updates on community safety in Cranbourne, pointing to family violence services and youth programs. Voted for the Bail Further Amendment Bill 2025. 1 vote, 1 statement
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Housing and renting
In ParliamentVoted against letting the Greens' rent controls bill be introduced (a procedural vote). Has criticised the Liberal housing plan, saying it would cut 300,000 new homes. 1 vote, 1 statement
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 promoted local road upgrades and free public transport for young people. Voted for 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 against letting 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 spoken on balancing gambling as a legal activity with its harms, and on greyhound racing at Cranbourne. Voted for the Gambling Legislation Amendment (Pre-commitment and Carded Play) Bill 2024. 1 vote, 2 statements
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Cost of living
In ParliamentVoted for the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund levy bill. Has backed the government's cost-of-living measures, including free public transport for children and seniors, and described dental costs as a cost-of-living issue. 1 vote, 2 statements
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Health
In ParliamentParliamentary Secretary for Health since August 2026. Has promoted the Cranbourne Community Hospital and supported nurse and midwife ratio laws. Voted against a reasoned amendment to withdraw the Health Safeguards bill for redrafting (a procedural vote). 1 vote, 2 statements, 1 portfolio
- Website10 Nov 2026“I want to ensure that our community is resourced with the hospitals, schools and infrastructure throughout this growth in order for the people of Cranbourne to get on with their families, jobs and careers.”paulinerichardsmp.org
Also mentions
Education
- Website10 Nov 2026“I want to ensure that our community is resourced with the hospitals, schools and infrastructure throughout this growth in order for the people of Cranbourne to get on with their families, jobs and careers.”paulinerichardsmp.org
Everyone standing in Cranbourne District
- URQUIOLA, Liam Legalise Cannabis Victoria
- BAIRD, Craig Libertarian (formerly Liberal Democrats)
- MERCER, Annalise The Greens
- TRIPODI, Gino Liberal
- RICHARDS, Pauline Australian Labor Party
- YUNIS, Reem Victorian Socialists
- HIRST, Andrew One Nation Victoria
- FOREMAN, Shane Family First
In ballot order.