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Closing The Gender Investment Gap

An Andrews Labor Government backed investment fund for women-led startups is celebrating one-year helping local entreprenuers unlocking millions in capital.

Virtual Care Easing Pressure On Our Health System

A new care pathway is being introduced for older Victorians living in residential aged care as part of an Andrews Labor Government investment to help ease pressure on our hospitals and ambulances.

Getting More New Teachers Into More Victorian Classrooms

The Andrews Labor Government is boosting Victoria’s teaching workforce when it’s needed most – training thousands of new educators through employment-based teaching degrees to give future teachers first-hand classroom experience while they learn.

Shelter And Support For Homeless In Melbourne

People experiencing homelessness in Melbourne are getting the support they need to get back on their feet thanks to partnerships between the Andrews Labor Government, community housing agencies and councils.

Metro Tracks Ahead With 500 Women Train Drivers

Metro Trains have recruited their 500th female driver – a first in Australia – part of an ongoing drive by the Andrews Labor Government to boost the number of women working in transport.

Melbourne’s Biggest Ever Traffic Light Review Continues

The Andrews Labor Government is delivering the next stage of Melbourne’s most extensive review of traffic lights since their introduction almost 100 years ago, keeping the city moving and ensuring better journeys for all motorists.

Street Party In The Inner North A Symbol Of Pride

The Andrews Labor Government is throwing a massive summer street party as part of a statewide celebration of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ+) communities.

Statement From The Premier

Few people have put the pain, the suffering, the hope and the pride of Aboriginal people into words like Archie Roach.

Free TAFE Building Careers In Early Childhood Education

There has never been a better time to begin a rewarding career in early childhood education, with the Andrews Labor Government making it easier than ever to start a Free TAFE course in early childhood at South West TAFE.

Consultation Open For New Suicide Prevention Strategy

The Andrews Labor Government is expanding its suicide prevention response to further support at-risk Victorians – announcing that public consultation is now open for the new Suicide Prevention and Response Strategy.

Home Based Care Already Easing Pressure On Our Hospitals

Tens of thousands of Victorians are taking up the home-based care programs across the state – easing pressure on the health system – with nearly 56,000 people receiving care from the comfort of their home since Better at Home started last year.

Free RATS Program For People With Disability Extended

The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to provide free rapid antigen tests to eligible Victorians with disability, extending support to some of the most vulnerable in our community over the winter months.