Victorian MP Georgie Purcell accuses a colleague of repeated sexual harassment, citing messages, calls, and visits, and calls for systemic change.

Victorian MP Georgie Purcell has publicly accused a fellow parliamentarian of repeated sexual harassment, detailing late-night messages, harassing calls, and unwanted office visits. She spoke during a debate on banning NDAs in harassment cases, sharing that she faced backlash, including slut-shaming, after reporting the abuse. Purcell, 33, said she has experienced harassment since her teens and emphasized the need for systemic change to protect women in politics. Her account joined similar testimonies from other female MPs, highlighting widespread concerns about safety and accountability in Victoria’s parliament.