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Victoria To Bowl Up A Creative Season Like No Other

The Andrews Labor Government is reactivating the creative state, with an impressive season of art, music and entertainment this summer and beyond to support our creative industries and take experiences outdoors.

Hitting A Six For Community Cricket Across Victoria

The Victorian Government is going in to bat for community cricket again with local clubs and councils now able to apply for funding to develop new or upgrade existing cricket facilities across the state.

New Wellbeing Package For Our Health Heroes

The Victorian Government has released a healthcare worker wellbeing package to support healthcare workers who have been working tirelessly to care for the Victorian community during the coronavirus pandemic.

Moorabool To Host Australia’s Biggest Battery

One of the world’s largest lithium-ion batteries will be built at the Moorabool Terminal Station, to boost the state’s energy reliability, drive down electricity prices and support Victoria’s transition to renewable energy – as well as creating local jobs as we take steps towards a COVID normal.

Delivering Support For Victoria’s Veterans

The Victorian Government is continuing to support veterans and their families, with the latest round of grants injecting more than $1.1 million in mental health and welfare support.

Making Family Memories At New Home For Elephants

The upcoming Victorian Budget 2020/21 will deliver $84 million to transform Werribee Zoo into Australia’s leading open range zoo – including building a new home for the city’s much-loved Asian elephant herd, currently housed at Melbourne Zoo.

Boost For TAFE And Training Sector

Victorian TAFEs and the community training sector will continue to be supported so every Victorian can get the skills they need thanks to the Victorian Government.

New Deer Control Strategy For Victoria

The Victorian Government is taking action to reduce the devastating environmental impacts of the state’s wild deer population while maintaining hunting opportunities by launching Victoria’s first ever deer management strategy.

Premier’s History Award Winner Announced

Melbourne’s rich history has been brought to life with a book about a famous lithographer winning the Premier’s History Award as part of the Victorian Community History Awards announced this week.