The Andrews Labor Government is celebrating and supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ+) Victorians with funding for events throughout the state. Minister for Equality Harriet Shing today opened grants for events and festivals that connect LGBTIQ+ communities, celebrate diversity,..

The Andrews Labor Government has recruited hundreds of new paramedics this year – delivering another boost to our health system and helping our ambulance services meet the record levels of demand being seen Australia-wide. Premier Daniel Andrews and Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas today visited..

The Andrews Labor Government is making sure all Victorians can get the best deal on their energy, banning private power networks to deliver more choice for consumers and drive down household energy bills. Embedded networks are private electricity networks that serve multiple customer premises in..

The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to provide free rapid antigen tests to eligible Victorians with disability, extending support to some of the most vulnerable in our community over the winter months. People with disability in Victoria can continue to access 20 free rapid antigen..

The Andrews Labor Government is giving Victorian nursing and midwifery students the hands-on and practical experience they need to support our healthcare workforce now and into the future. As part of the Victorian Budget 2022/23, the Labor Government invested $59 million to create 1,125 registered..

The Andrews Labor Government is giving Victorians more reasons to smile with jobs to boost the dental care workforce. Minister for Employment Jaala Pulford today announced the $3 million Labor Government traineeship program, creating 100 dental assistant jobs, through Jobs Victoria. Dental assistants are in..

The Andrews Labor Government is launching a new jobs initiative to create a better future for those leaving the youth justice system. Minister for Employment Jaala Pulford and Minister for Youth Justice Sonya Kilkenny visited staff at the Parkville Youth Justice Precinct this week and..

The Andrews Labor Government is helping more kids get active and fostering the talents of Victoria’s future sports stars, with more support for schools to offer exciting sports programs and encourage physical activity. Minister for Education Natalie Hutchins and AFLW Carlton star Darcy Vescio today..

Senior Victorians are being invited to have their say and help shape government services, with the opening of Australia’s largest research project of its kind examining their experiences. Minister for Disability, Ageing and Carers Colin Brooks today launched the Ageing Well Survey alongside Commissioner for..

The Andrews Labor Government is supporting small businesses to improve indoor air-quality, keeping staff and customers safe this winter. Minister for Small Business Jaala Pulford today launched the next round of the $60 million Small Business Ventilation Program. Eligible businesses can access between $500 and..

Victorian families will soon have access to a one-stop shop for mental health care and health and wellbeing support for the whole family – with providers selected for three Infant, Child and Family Health and Wellbeing Hubs. The three hubs will deliver a range of..

The Andrews Labor Government is highlighting remarkable Victorians who have shaped our state’s multicultural success story, calling for nominations for the 2022 Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence. Now in their 21st year, the annual awards honour outstanding individuals and organisations who build cross-cultural understanding and..

The Victorian Government is providing Victorians with more advice on how they can protect themselves and their families this winter, with enhanced communications, community engagement and outreach, and support for business to keep customers and workers safe and their doors open. The Omicron BA.4 and..

The Andrews Labor Government is ensuring schools and early childhood centres can stay safe and open through terms 3 and 4 with the distribution of free Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs), helping limit the spread of COVID-19 while also easing cost of living pressures for families…