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New App To Tackle Gambling Harm

Victorians experiencing gambling harm will now have access to a new self-help program at their fingertips, thanks to a new app developed by the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation. Funded by a $200,000 investment from the Andrews Labor Government, the free Reset app offers people insight..

Supporting The Salvos’ 2022 Red Shield Appeal

20th May 2022 The Andrew’s Labor Government is building on Victoria’s nation leading work to end family violence with a boost to the Salvation Army’s 2022 Red Shield Appeal. Minister for Disability, Ageing and Carers Anthony Carbines today announced a $150,000 contribution to help the..

Victoria’s Greener Infrastructure Set To Take Centre Stage

20th May 2022 Victoria’s nation-leading circular economy will take centre stage in September, showcasing the greener projects being delivered by the Andrews Labor Government’s Big Build. For the first time, the ecologiq Greener Infrastructure Conference 2022 is inviting world leaders in sustainability and governments from..

Pharmacists Join The Children Flu Vaccine Rollout

20th May 2022 With the flu on the rise for the first time in three years, the Andrews Labor Government is helping families stay safe this winter by making it easier for kids to get their annual flu vaccine. Community pharmacists across Victoria can now..

Victoria Leads Nation With Record Jobs Result

19th May 2022 Victoria’s remarkable recovery from the economic impacts of the global pandemic is gathering pace with more people in work across the state than ever before. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) today reported that 11,600 extra jobs were created in Victoria last..

Building A Stronger Triple Zero Service For All Victorians

19th May 2022 The Andrews Labor Government will transform our triple zero system to make sure Victorians can get the help they need in an emergency – with more call-takers and dispatchers, better support and training for staff and stronger governance. The Labor Government supports..

A New Partnership Forum To Help Close The Gap

19th May 2022 The Andrews Labor Government has reached another milestone in driving forward nation-leading reform with Victoria’s First Peoples through the creation of a new Partnership Forum for Closing the Gap. The newly elected members of the new Partnership Forum will work with the..

Metro Tunnel Is Hiring: Hunt Now On For Drivers

19th May 2022 More than 100 new drivers are now being recruited to operate additional train services when the new Metro Tunnel opens a year ahead of schedule in 2025. Up to 120 new drivers will undergo an intensive 44-week training program to ensure they’re..

Aboriginal Heritage Council Applications Now Open

18th May 2022 Victorian Traditional Owners are invited to apply for positions on the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Council and play a key role in strengthening the protection of Aboriginal cultural heritage. Acting Minister for Aboriginal Affairs Ros Spence today opened applications for four positions on..

Supporting Local Football Netball Clubs To End Road Trauma

18th May 2022 The Andrews Labor Government is rewarding community sporting clubs who promote road safety, to help prevent death and serious injury on Victorian roads. After a successful launch in 2021, the Transport Accident Commission Club Rewards Program is giving grassroots football and netball..

More Support For Victorians With Eating Disorders

18th May 2022 More Victorians living with an eating disorder will receive the support they need to recover and live happy, healthy lives, thanks to record investment from the Andrews Labor Government. The Victorian Budget 2022/23 invests more than $20 million to deliver tailored support..

Keeping Vulnerable Communities Safe From COVID-19

18th May 2022 The Andrews Labor Government is supporting frontline council staff across Victoria to keep vulnerable communities safe during the pandemic with a rollout of additional Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs). Minister for Local Government Shaun Leane today announced that the Labor Government has distributed..

Homebuyer Fund Helps More Victorians Live Their Dream

18th May 2022 New figures reveal that one of the Andrews Labor Government’s key initiatives to help families and individuals achieve their home ownership dream is enabling dozens of Victorians every week to move into their new home. The Labor Government has directly invested more..

Every Pet Counts: Delivering The First Pet Census

18th May 2022 With more Victorians welcoming a pet into their family than ever, the Andrews Labor Government is backing the state’s first ever Pet Census to ensure pet owners have the support and services they need. Minister for Agriculture Mary-Anne Thomas announced $613,000 from..

Aboriginal Victorians To Lead Mental Health Reforms

17th May 2022 A new mental health hub will give Aboriginal groups leadership to redesign how care is delivered to their communities across the state, as part of the Andrews Labor Government’s landmark reform agenda, transforming the way the mental health of Victorians is supported…

Increasing The Auslan Teaching Workforce In Victoria

17th May 2022 The Andrews Labor Government has added courses in Auslan to the signature Free TAFE list, helping more Victorians become Auslan interpreters and creating a stronger and more diverse community. The Labor Government has invested more than $4 million through the Victorian Budget..

Big Build Is Hiring: 300 New Apprenticeships By Mid-2023

17th May 2022 Victoria’s Big Build is hiring. To help more Victorians get into work, the Andrews Labor Government is delivering 300 new building and construction sector apprenticeships and traineeships across Victoria by mid-2023. Through Jobs Victoria, 300 Victorians will have the opportunity to undertake..

More Vouchers For Kids To Play The Sports They Love

13th May 2022 More vouchers for sporting equipment, uniforms and memberships are being made available as the Andrews Labor Government reduces the cost of getting in the game for thousands of Victorian families. Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence today announced $12.3 million for the..