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Veterans Card Eases Cost Of Living For Service Women And Men
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting veterans now and into the future with the launch of the Veterans Card - an Australian-first initiative.
Minister for Veterans Natalie Suleyman and the Member for Lara Ella George today visited Lara RSL to officially launch the Veterans Card - Victoria, which recognises the service and sacrifices made by all current and former Australian Defence Force members
Free Training Boost For Aspiring Swim Instructors
The Andrews Labor Government is making sure more young people can make waves in the aquatics industry, with even more free opportunities in store for aspiring swim instructors.
New Dedicated Hub To Upskill Paramedics Delivered
The Andrews Labor Government is ensuring our paramedics are getting the best training with a new dedicated capability hub at Victoria University in Sunshine delivered, which will also be the home of the new Centre for Paramedicine.
Funding For New Whittlesea Youth Hub
The Andrews Labor Government is investing in the future and welfare of young people in Whittlesea with a new Youth Hub, in partnership with Whittlesea City Council.
Deer Park Scout Hall Funded For Building Upgrades
The Andrews Labor Government is encouraging young Victorians to get involved in all that scouting has to offer with upgraded facilities at Deer Park Scout Hall.
New Ballan Scout Hall Opens
The Andrews Labor Government is building new and improved Scouts Halls across the state with Scouts Victoria, delivering facilities that help celebrate what scouting means to so many Victorians.
2023 Victorian Youth Fest Recipients Announced
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting young people across the state with grants for youth-led events for the 2023 Victorian Youth Fest.
Minister for Youth Natalie Suleyman has announced 111 successful recipients of grants of up to $2000 each to host events led by and for young people aged between 12 and 25.
Commemorating The Service Of First Nations Victorians
Victorians have today paid tribute to First Nations people who have served on behalf of Australia as they were honoured at the Victorian Aboriginal Remembrance Service.
Driving New Transport Technology In Melbourne’s North
Victoria continues to lead the way as the nation’s advanced manufacturing capital with the opening of an innovation centre for smart technology in fleet vehicles, with backing from the Andrews Labor Government.
A Fairer State For Every Victorian
The Andrews Labor Government is doing what matters to build a fairer, more equal state for every Victorian.
More Kindergarten Places For St Albans
The Andrews Labor Government is delivering more kinder places in Melbourne’s growing western suburbs, saving local families time and money with better access to great kinder services, close to home.
Funding Boost For Flood-Affected Business Groups
The Albanese and Andrews Labor Governments are helping local Victorian businesses affected by 2022 flood events to bounce back with new funding for trader groups to lead local recovery projects.
Investing In Multicultural Small Businesswomen
Multicultural women who own a small business can now connect with experts from across Australia to accelerate their success via a dedicated online marketplace, thanks to support from the Andrews Labor Government.
Commemorative Projects Honouring Our Veterans
An equine therapy upgrade and a video series capturing the stories of Chinese Australians who have served in war are among dozens of projects receiving funding to support and honour Victorian veterans and their families.
Investing In The Wellbeing Of Victoria’s Small Businesses
More Victorian small businesses will have the mental health and wellbeing support they need to succeed and thrive thanks to the Andrews Labor Government’s latest investment in business communities.
Free Buses And Extra Public Transport On Anzac Day
The Andrews Labor Government will provide free buses and extra public transport services to make it easier for Victorians to take part in this year’s ANZAC Day commemorations.
Wyndham Youth Resource Centre Receives Funding Boost
The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to invest in the future and wellbeing of young Victorians through place-based youth hubs which provide tailored services and support community connections.
Nillumbik Shire Council Receives Boost For Youth Hub
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting young people to have greater access to tailored services and opportunities through new youth hubs in outer metropolitan Melbourne.
New Scout Hall For Strathfieldsaye Recreation Reserve
The 1st Strathfieldsaye Scout Hall will soon call Strathfieldsaye Recreation Reserve its permanent home through continued funding from the Andrews Labor Government to upgrade Scout Halls across the state.
Walk-In At Brimbank Mental Health And Wellbeing Local
The Andrews Labor Government is getting on and delivering a new mental health and wellbeing system that supports all Victorians – with the start of walk-ins at Brimbank Mental Health and Wellbeing Local.