MR PALLAS (Werribee—Treasurer, Minister for Economic Development, Minister for Industrial Relations) (14:23): Since coming to office the Andrews Labor government has invested more than $158 billion in our healthcare system and the workers that look after us. The previous LNP government’s spending on health was effectively..

The Andrews Labor Government is helping Victorian schools build a stronger culture of respect and gender equality and supporting students to more openly discuss their mental health, with new workshops coming to schools. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced that two healthy masculinity pilot programs..

The Andrews Labor Government is empowering young Victorians to protect and preserve the state’s natural and cultural landscapes. Deanna Mifsud is one of eight young people who were successful in their submissions to the Youth Volunteering for Nature Fund, with each recipient receiving $1,500 to..

The Andrews Labor Government is putting patients first in Werribee. Across our nation – and around the world – the pandemic has put unprecedented pressure on health systems. From a sharp increase of critical COVID patients to disrupted care, resulting in longer hospital recovery time, the last..

Werribee households will receive a $250 bill busting bonus if they seek out a better energy deal on Victoria’s Energy Compare website – saving hundreds of dollars. As part of the Victorian Budget 2022/23, the Andrews Labor Government will invest $250 million in a new..

The Andrews Labor Government is supporting wellbeing in communities across the state with further funding to establish, expand or improve men’s sheds. Today Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced applications have opened for grants through the $1 million men’s sheds program. Men’s sheds provide a..

The Andrews Labor Government’s new senior secondary school certificates will combine the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) from next year – making sure every young Victorian gets the education they need for the career they want. Member..

The Andrews Labor Government is supporting animal welfare organisations across the state to rehome more cats and dogs as well as upgrade and expand clinics. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas congratulated organisation Cat People of Melbourne on being awarded $10,000 to further grow its animal..

Eight grassroots sport and active recreation clubs and organisations in are set to bolster their coaching skills, administration expertise, or score new sports equipment thanks to a share in more than $900,000 from the Victorian Government. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced the successful applicants..

Nominations are open for the Andrews Labor Government’s 16th annual Victorian Learn Local Awards, recognising excellence in the adult and community education sector. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas invited Werribee locals to nominate people whose stories illustrate the life-changing impact of the sector. Categories at..

The Andrews Labor Government is boosting funding for Victorian schools to support kids with disability, to ensure they have the tools they need to learn and thrive in the classroom and in life. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced that two government schools in Werribee..

More country football and netball clubs are in for a big score with upgrades to ovals, pavilions and courts on the way thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence today visited Anakie to announce more $197,000 towards a new netball..

The new Werribee Police Complex is delivering more important specialist policing services to the booming Wyndham community, better connecting them to policing, health and court services and ensuring local police have the modern facilities they need to keep the community safe. Minister for Police Lisa..

The community is invited to have their say on the draft Strategic Directions plan for the new Werribee Township Regional Park. The plans set the long-term vision and priorities for the park, which is one of the parks brought to life as part of the..

Werribee students now have the facilities they need for a great start in life with the Andrews Labor Government completing an upgrade at Thomas Chirnside Primary School. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today announced works are now complete on Thomas Chirnside Primary School’s project to..

 MR PALLAS (Werribee—Treasurer, Minister for Economic Development, Minister for Industrial Relations) (14:37): I rise to update the house on the federal government’s crooked GST carve-up. We have known all along how dodgy the deal was that Scott Morrison put together. The federal budget was handed..

MR PALLAS (Werribee—Treasurer, Minister for Economic Development, Minister for Industrial Relations) (14:40): I rise to update the house on the Andrews Labor government’s historic investment in our health system to keep Victorians safe during the insidious global COVID-19 pandemic. As Victorians have come to learn,..

The Andrews Labor Government is working with grassroots organisations to give young people more chances to connect with their communities through the new Youth Engagement Grants. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today announced that Lorrok Inc, Victoria Karen Communities Network Group, and Australian Karen Preserving..