Olivia Newton-John’s family has been in talks with the Victorian government about holding a state funeral honouring the late singer.

ABC News reports that Premier Daniel Andrews spoke yesterday (August 9) of his encounter with the Grease star while citing her contributions to cancer research as ‘enormous’.

He said: "I was honoured to meet Olivia Newton-John on many different occasions, particularly in connection with the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre.