Ryan Batchelor
Australian Labor Party candidate for North-Eastern Metropolitan Region in the Legislative Council (upper house) at the election on Saturday 28 November. Currently a member for Southern Metropolitan Region, first elected in 2022.
New campaign quotes added 12 Nov. What's changed
The North-Eastern Metropolitan Region, which elects five members.
Election history
- 28 Nov 2026 · state electionStanding for North-Eastern Metropolitan Region as Australian Labor Party.
- 26 Nov 2022 · state electionStood for Southern Metropolitan Region (upper house) as Australian Labor Party - Victorian Branch. Elected. Results
Covers Victorian state elections since 2022 (with by-elections) and federal elections in Victoria in 2022 and 2025, matched on name and party or electorate. A filled marker means elected. Council elections aren't included yet.
In their own words
Ryan is passionate about good public policy that makes a difference in people's lives, and believes in using the power of government to drive progressive change in our community. Before entering parliament, Ryan worked as a public servant, political adviser, and policy researcher.
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
Ryan Batchelor 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 ryanbatchelor.com.au. Each quote links to where it was published. “Not mentioned” means only that it isn't in those pages.
Their stated priorities
- “That’s why Labor will cap public transport fares at $30 a week.”
- “We’re also building and upgrading more stations across the state, including at Doncaster and Greensborough.”
- “A re-elected Carroll Labor Government will now deliver 20 free dental clinics, which include locations in the Banyule, Monash and Whittlesea local government areas.”
- “That’s why a re-elected Carroll Labor Government will create 5,000 new manufacturing jobs across Victoria with a new Make It Here Fund .”
Crime and bail
In ParliamentVoted for the Bail Further Amendment Bill 2025 and spoke in support of its tougher bail tests for repeat serious offenders. Has backed the government's plan to stop good character references reducing sentences for serious crimes. 1 vote, 2 statements
- Website12 Nov 2026“A re-elected Carroll Labor Government will recruit another 200 more police reservists.”ryanbatchelor.com.au
- Website12 Nov 2026“Labor will recruit 1,500 more officers and open a new academy in Melbourne’s west.”ryanbatchelor.com.au
Housing and renting
In ParliamentVoted for the Housing Statement Reform Bill 2024's rental, strata and planning changes. Has highlighted new social and affordable housing and homelessness services in the Southern Metropolitan Region. 1 vote, 2 statements
- Profile12 Nov 2026“Housing remains a foundation for the participation of everyone in community and economic life, and Ryan is a strong advocate for continuing government investment in building affordable and social housing across the community.”Victorian Labor candidate profile
Treaty and First Peoples
In ParliamentVoted for the Statewide Treaty Bill 2025 and spoke in support of it, citing self-determination and truth-telling. 1 vote, 1 statement
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Transport and roads
In ParliamentVoted against a Greens motion to make public transport permanently free and more frequent. Has highlighted local road resurfacing and the North East Link's Eastern Freeway upgrades. 1 vote, 2 statements
- Website12 Nov 2026“That’s why Labor will cap public transport fares at $30 a week.”ryanbatchelor.com.au
- Website12 Nov 2026“Labor is getting on with fixing our roads with $1.04 billion blitz to rebuild and repair key routes across Victoria.”ryanbatchelor.com.au
AI and technology
In ParliamentHas supported expanding Service Victoria's digital government services, and raised parents' views on the cost and classroom use of digital devices at school. 2 statements
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Gambling and racing
In ParliamentVoted for the Gambling Legislation Amendment Bill 2025. Has spoken in support of mandatory account-based play on poker machines and of tighter regulation of Crown casino. 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 promoted the government's power saving bonus and energy rebates as help with household bills. 1 vote, 2 statements
- Website12 Nov 2026“That’s why Labor will cap public transport fares at $30 a week.”ryanbatchelor.com.au
- Website12 Nov 2026“Victorians can claim 20% off car registration this financial year, thanks to a cost-saving initiative from the Victorian Labor government.”ryanbatchelor.com.au
Health
In ParliamentVoted for the Health Safeguards for People Born with Variations in Sex Characteristics Bill 2025. Has supported the 2025 nurse and midwife ratios bill and highlighted new women's health clinics in the region. 1 vote, 2 statements
- Website12 Nov 2026“A re-elected Carroll Labor Government will now deliver 20 free dental clinics, which include locations in the Banyule, Monash and Whittlesea local government areas.”ryanbatchelor.com.au
Also mentions
Education
- Profile12 Nov 2026“Having grown up and gone to primary and secondary school in Southern Metropolitan Melbourne, Ryan has a passion for accessible, quality education for all.”Victorian Labor candidate profile
- Profile12 Nov 2026“Ryan understands that by providing quality education now, we will create a more prosperous future with stronger and more resilient communities.”Victorian Labor candidate profile
Everyone standing in North-Eastern Metropolitan Region
- DEL ROSARIO-MAKRIDIS, Gianni Legalise Cannabis Victoria
- FORREST, Thomas Legalise Cannabis Victoria
- DEVIESSEUX, Lucas Victorian Socialists
- MALTBY, Heather Victorian Socialists
- BATCHELOR, Ryan Australian Labor Party
- GAN, James Australian Labor Party
- JAVED, Rana Australian Labor Party
- MACKINNON, Donna Australian Labor Party
- SIMMONS, Maree Australian Labor Party
- CORCORAN, Jack Affordable Housing Now – Sustainable Australia Party
- TILLING, Heather Affordable Housing Now – Sustainable Australia Party
- CLOW, William Affordable Housing Now – Sustainable Australia Party
- DE WIT, Cary Labour DLP
- VAN DER ENDE, Brenton Labour DLP
- PLAUCS, Peter Labour DLP
- BERULDSEN, Ashley Labour DLP
- HWANG, Jae Ho Labour DLP
- VAN DER END, Alex Family First
- NGOH, Jeremy Family First
- ADAMS, Natalie One Nation Victoria
- GRATTON, Maxwell One Nation Victoria
- AFFORD, Kane One Nation Victoria
- WELCH, Richard Liberal
- DIAMANTE, Deirdre Liberal
- PYRROS, John Liberal
- LEIDLER, Sue Liberal
- SOLLY, David Liberal
- FORD, Matt Libertarian (formerly Liberal Democrats)
- SCHWAB, David Libertarian (formerly Liberal Democrats)
- CHOW, Wai Man Raymond Independent
- CHOW, Yeung Yee Big Lily Independent
- PUGLIELLI, Aiv The Greens
- SUN, Sophia The Greens
- GALLAGHER, Peter The Greens
- HERSI, Mohamud The Greens
- SHNOOKAL, Liezl The Greens
- GREEN, Leonie Australian Democrats
- PARRIS, Ryan Australian Democrats
In ballot order.