Reform Australia refused registration as a political party

Thursday 22 October 2026

For immediate release

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The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) has refused an application by Reform Australia to register as a political party in Victoria.

The VEC was required to refuse the application as Reform Australia did not demonstrate that it is an eligible political party.

To be registered, a party must meet legislative requirements, including having at least 500 members on the electoral roll. The VEC was unable to verify that the party had 500 eligible members.

In accordance with the Electoral Act 2002 (Vic), Reform Australia is not eligible to re-apply to be registered as a political party for a period of 6 months.