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Fairer Fares For Taxi Passengers

Victorian taxi passengers will soon have more certainty about what they pay when hailing or catching a cab from a rank – and more confidence they can get a taxi when they need one – when drivers become required to use the taxi meter for unbooked trips.

Victoria’s Neighbourhood Battery Boom Takes Off

More communities will be able to harness the power of rooftop solar generation – improving their energy reliability and lowering their bills – by connecting to a neighbourhood battery delivered by the Andrews Labor Government.

Sick Pay Guaranteed For Thousands More Casual Workers

The Andrews Labor Government is helping more casual and contract workers access sick and carer’s pay, increasing the number of jobs covered by the Victorian Sick Pay Guarantee and extending the pilot until March 2025.

Victoria Tops The Class Again In NAPLAN Results

Students in the Education State have topped the nation in this year’s NAPLAN results – recording ongoing improvement at both primary and secondary levels as Victorian students thrive at school.

Agreement Secures Transition For Loy Yang A

The Andrews Labor Government is providing certainty on the future of the Loy Yang A power station, delivering energy security and supporting workers as Victoria transitions to more affordable and reliable renewable energy.

Winners Abound With International Student Travel Pass

International students at participating education providers will be able to experience the best of Victoria at a fraction of the cost thanks to a new travel pass that underlines our standing as Australia’s top study destination.

Victoria Leads Nation In Sustained Jobs Growth

Victoria led the country in creating new jobs in July – and was number one over the past 12 months – as the state’s sustained economic recovery produces dividends for families.

Putting A Roof Over More Victorians’ Heads

Thousands of affordable and social housing homes are under construction and welcoming new residents across Victoria, as the Andrews Labor Government continues to deliver more homes for those who need them most.

New Technology To Boost Tram Accessibility

Blind and low vision passengers on Melbourne’s tram network will be able to get to where they need to go more easily thanks to a new navigation app and the Andrews Labor Government.

New Reforms To Make Victoria’s Bail Laws Fairer

The Andrews Labor Government will make the state’s bail laws fairer for vulnerable and disadvantaged people, while continuing to take a tough approach to those who pose a serious risk to Victorians.