Luba Grigorovitch was born and raised in Melbourne’s west, in Altona.
She completed her education at Mount St Joseph Girls’ College in Altona West and then attended Victoria University, where she completed a double degree in business and arts.
Luba was an avid basketball player and was the captain of the Altona Gators senior women’s team.
Luba’s work in politics began under the mentorship of the late Lynne Kosky, former state member for Altona, which inspired her to serve her community through local government.
Luba was elected to Hobsons Bay City Council in 2008. This was her first taste of real politics and having the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the community.
Luba’s journey has been one of passion for advocating on behalf of others, especially working people.
In 2014, Luba had the honour of becoming the first woman and youngest-ever state secretary of the Rail, Tram, and Bus Union (RTBU) in Victoria, leading a membership of over 8000 workers.
At the time the union was 98 per cent male dominated.
Throughout Luba’s career, she focused on ensuring that workers were valued, respected, and safe in their workplaces.
Luba brings experience, energy, and vision to the role of representing Kororoit, a position that she is very proud of as improving Melbourne’s west is a true passion of hers.
With a strong commitment to improving local schools, upgrading healthcare facilities, and ensuring that our community has the jobs and infrastructure that we deserve.
Luba is proud to be the voice of residents in Kororoit.
Luba was recently promoted to the Parliamentary Secretary for Outdoor Recreation, a space that she believes many constituents in Kororoit and Victoria will benefit from as there are a great volume of free and wonderful activities in Victoria, which she looks forward to promoting.
