More jobs are on the menu for Victorians looking for work in the hospitality sector, as the Andrews Labor Government boosts the number of workers in our pubs, restaurants and cafes.

The Minister for Health has today appointed a panel of independent experts to provide oversight and advice as part of Australia’s most transparent and accountable pandemic management framework.

(Thursday, 5 August 2021): I rise to acknowledge and thank the Northern Health staff, volunteers and everyone involved in vaccinating our community in the electorate of Mill Park.

(Thursday, 10 June 2021): I wish to place on the record my heartfelt gratitude to Sikh Community Connections and their volunteers, who have stepped up to the challenges that the pandemic has brought, making sure that those in difficult financial circumstances or those who isolate to protect our community have access to a freshly cooked vegetarian meal.

(Wednesday, 26 May 2021): I am pleased to inform the house that last week I was able to honour some of our local environmental volunteers at an afternoon tea in my electorate office.

(Thursday, 6 May 2021): I was privileged to recently attend and address the public memorial for George Zangalis, a giant of the left in Australia, who passed away on 26 March aged 90.

Community organisations across the state can cut energy costs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reduce waste thanks to two Andrews Labor Government programs.

The ongoing protection of the platypus − one of Australia’s most loved, yet mysterious creatures – has received a boost thanks to Andrews Labor Government funding for a new Australian Platypus Conservation Centre.

The Andrews Labor Government is improving safety and accessibility at one of the Mornington Peninsula’s most popular landmarks, with upgrade works to Rye Pier now underway.

The Andrews Labor Government is boosting wellbeing support for veterans and their families as hearings recommence at the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide.

(Thursday, 18 February 2021): I rise to honour the life of Jegarajasegaram Pathinathan, a very dear friend of mine and an inspiring community leader in the Tamil community.

(Thursday, 18 March 2021): I rise to inform the house of the great celebration held last week for the official opening of the all-abilities play space in my electorate of Mill Park.

(Thursday, 4 March 2021) (09:48): I rise to congratulate The Lakes South Morang College on an important milestone in its 14-year history. This year the school welcomed its first VCE class since it opened in 2007.

(Wednesday, 25 November 2020): In sad news I reflect on the passing of Charles McLean, who died earlier this week.

A major international airline is increasing its services to Melbourne, creating 110 new jobs in the aviation and tourism sectors and delivering a $17 million boost to the economy – thanks to support from the Andrews Labor Government.

Small business owners looking to support the mental health and wellbeing of their staff are being given access to a vital resource, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government.

The Andrews Labor Government today launched the Yarra Strategic Plan – Burndap Birrarung burndap umarkoo — a landmark plan to protect the iconic Birrarung — the Yarra River.

The decriminalisation of sex work was last night enshrined in law, ensuring sex workers in Victoria have the same protections and recognition as any other worker in the state.