The Andrews Labor Government will today introduce legislation into the Parliament to create Infrastructure Victoria, delivering on a key election commitment and providing certainty for our infrastructure pipeline. A landmark reform, Infrastructure Victoria will take short term politics out of infrastructure planning, and keep our..

New figures released today confirm that the former Liberal Government failed to deliver on its promise to add 800 hospital beds to the health system over their term of government. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s Hospital Resources 2013-14: Australian Hospital Statistics report shows..

A state-wide review into the Heritage Act 1995 has been launched to better protect Victoria’s state-significant buildings and objects. Minister for Planning, Richard Wynne, has released a discussion paper as the first step in reviewing the 20-year-old Heritage Act. The review into the act was..

The Andrews Labor Government is removing a long-standing loophole to make the Victorian demerit point system fairer, and our roads safer. Under the changes, demerit points and penalties will apply to overseas licence holders and unlicensed drivers. From 1 July 2015, overseas licence holders and..

Kindergartens across Victoria are receiving a funding boost of up to $83.7 million so they can improve their staff-to-child ratios, Premier Daniel Andrews announced today. The funding boost will support eligible community-based kindergartens to hire additional staff, giving preschool kids more individual care and attention…

We want to hear from drivers, motorbike riders, cyclists, public transport users and pedestrians about your views on changes to motorcycle lane filtering. Minister for Roads and Road Safety, Luke Donnellan, today welcomed the launch of an online consultation hub, following a successful community and..

Victoria’s global appeal as a tourist destination and impressive calendar of events is helping us to attract more visitors than ever before and outperform interstate competitors. The latest International Visitor Survey results, released by Tourism Research Australia, show Victoria welcomed 2.1 million international visitors in..

Fake bills, sham refunds and bogus lottery prizes are among the top five scams targeting Victorians, the state’s consumer watchdog has revealed. Minister for Consumer Affairs Jane Garrett said money transfer scams topped the list with more than 400 complaints to Consumer Affairs Victoria in..

The Andrews Labor Government today took a big step towards its key election commitment to reopen the former Swinburne University of Technology, Lilydale campus following a dedicated campaign from the local community. Minister for Training and Skills, Steve Herbert, said the re-opening of the campus..

The Andrews Labor Government has reached binding final agreements with the East West Connect consortium (EWC), formalising the in principle deal that was agreed in April. Under the deal, the State acquires the EWC business and associated project assets for $1. It confirms the final..

Minister for Training and Skills, Steve Herbert, has launched a new guide to help people find jobs in Victoria’s boating and marine industry. Mr Herbert said the industry is primed for growth, particularly in the area of recreational boating, yet few Victorians are aware of..

The Andrews Labor Government is taking swift action to crack down on live baiting in the greyhound racing industry with a suite of integrity and welfare measures announced today. Racing Integrity Commissioner Sal Perna’s report on allegations of live baiting and Chief Veterinary Officer Dr..

The Andrews Labor Government will introduce new legislation to protect Victorians from misleading and unfair practices by private car park operators. Minister for Consumer Affairs, Jane Garrett, said some operators in pay and display car parks were issuing unenforceable payment notices which were dressed-up to..

Survivors of family violence will receive more support as the Andrews Labor Government’s $3.5 million boost to counselling services across the state begins to flow this week, Minister for Families and Children, Jenny Mikakos, announced today. The funding will see the recruitment of an additional..

The Andrews Labor Government will extend the liquor licence freeze from July 1, which will make Melbourne’s streets safer while allowing a vibrant nightlife to thrive in our city. The freeze stops big new venues from selling alcohol beyond 1am and was introduced to reduce..

Melbourne is on track to beat Sydney at its own game as NRL State of Origin ticket sales soar. The MCG is preparing to host the latest instalment of what is one of the most intense rivalries in Australian sport when Queensland and New South..

The Office of Aboriginal Affairs will be reviewed to help the Andrews Labor Government deliver its $30 million commitment to work with Aboriginal Victorians to improve their standard of living, maintain their culture and close the gap. Former senior Victorian public servant Yehudi Blacher will..

Flags on government buildings across Victoria will fly at half-mast tomorrow as a mark of mourning and respect for former Victorian Premier Joan Kirner AC. The Australian National Flag will be flown at half-mast throughout the day on Friday, 5th June, from all buildings occupied..