Victorian Ombudsman Email Format
Government AdministrationVictoria, Australia51-200 Employees
The Victorian Ombudsman is a mid-sized public watchdog within the Government Administration sector, based in Melbourne, Victoria. It accepts and investigates complaints from the public about Victorian government bodies, including state departments, statutory authorities, and local councils. The office determines whether a government action or decision is fair, timely, lawful, and consistent with applicable policies, and it can assess compatibility with Victoria’s Human Rights Charter. In February 2024, Marlo Baragwanath was appointed to serve as the Victorian Ombudsman. Beyond handling individual complaints, the office probes serious misconduct and poor administration by public officials, contributing to accountability across the public sector. It operates from Melbourne and serves residents of Victoria with a mid-sized staff, supporting its oversight and review functions.