Sat, 29th, August, 2026: Nina Taylor MP Cabinet Secretary, Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly for Albert Park, Australian Labor Party

From the coastal parks of Port Melbourne to the bustling cultural precinct of Fitzroy Street, the electorate of Albert Park sits at the very heart of Melbourne’s LGBTQIA+ history and community life.

Joining us on Saturday Magazine today is Nina Taylor MP, State Member for Albert Park. Today, we’re checking in on the local issues affecting inner-south residents—from housing and public transport to protecting our live music venues, supporting the Victorian Pride Centre, and keeping our community precincts safe and vibrant. Welcome to JOY, Nina!

Nina was appointed Cabinet Secretary in Ben Carroll’s reshufffle.

Albert Park Electorate: Highly dense, vibrant arts and culture precinct with major infrastructure projects, nightlife safety, and coastal environmental protection.

Queer & Inclusive Community Hubs: Represents the heartland of Melbourne’s Pride history (including Fitzroy Street, the Pride Centre, and the annual Midsumma Pride March route).

State Policy Priorities: Equality policy, housing affordability and rental rights, public transport upgrades, local school infrastructure, and urban greenspace preservation.

Queer / Community Relevance: Nina represents the electorate housing the Victorian Pride Centre in St Kilda. She is a regular voice on local community safety, funding for peer-led LGBTQIA+ health and support services, and government initiatives aimed at preserving live music and queer nightlife precincts in the

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