Jobs in regional Victoria grew by almost twice as much as the next best performing state last month – underlining the strength and breadth of Victoria’s economic resurgence. Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) figures released today show that 12,400 regional Victorians started a new job..

Three teachers from Werribee are among hundreds of Victorian teachers being recognised for their long-serving dedication to students and families, through the Recognition of Service to Victorian Education program. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas congratulated the teachers who were being honoured for 40 and 45..

Even more rising Victorian sports stars and teams in Werribee have been awarded travel grants enabling them to compete at the top level. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced a grant have been approved in the electorate from the Government’s Athlete Pathway Travel Grant Program…

Three grassroots sport and active recreation organisations in Werribee are set to bolster their coaching skills, administration expertise, or score new sports equipment thanks to a share in almost $4000 from the Victorian Government. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced the successful applicants from Werribee..

FareShare, a Melbourne-bred not-for-profit ensuring thousands of Victorians do not go hungry, has been chosen by Treasurer Tim Pallas as the 2023 Victorian State Budget charity. First stepping up to the plate 22 years ago, FareShare has become a Victorian staple, rescuing leftover food from..

Every Victorian deserves a good, stable job with a decent wage. And no government in Australia has created more jobs than the Andrews Labor Government – with almost 440,000 more Victorians in work since the height of the pandemic, underpinning our economic recovery. The Victorian..

Victoria’s economy is strong – and so is our economic outlook for the years ahead. Across Australia, no state or territory has put on more jobs since the height of the pandemic’s economic shock than Victoria – either in absolute or per capita terms. Around..

The Andrews Labor Government is getting on with delivering on its election promises for our community – investing in what matters for the people of Werribee. We haven’t wasted a day delivering the services and projects that matter to Victorians. With the Victorian Budget 2023/24,..

The Andrews Labor Government will deliver a landmark reform to abolish stamp duty for commercial and industrial properties, boosting business growth and expansion. At the centre of an Economic Growth Package in today’s Victorian Budget 2023/24, the lump-sum stamp duty system for commercial and industrial..

Tim PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Trade and Investment) (09:38): I would like to celebrate the benefits provided to some of my constituents from the Andrews Labor government’s free TAFE initiative. James, aged 27, recently completed a diploma of justice..

Victoria’s standing as an A-list international study destination has been further boosted by the reappointment of John Brumby as Chair of the state’s International Education Advisory Council. Minister for Trade and Investment Tim Pallas announced that Mr Brumby, Chancellor of Latrobe University and a former..

Tim PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Trade and Investment) (09:40): I rise today to update the house on the progress of the Manor Lakes P–12 College upgrade in my electorate of Werribee. In the 2021 state budget the Andrews Labor..

The Andrews Labor Government is today launching the Australian-first Gig Worker Support Service, providing advice and practical assistance to thousands of on-demand workers across the state. With translation and interpreter services on hand, the Gig Worker Support Service will help people who need it most…

The Andrews Labor Government is tackling climate change, growing new green spaces, driving down pollution and creating jobs in Melbourne’s growing western suburbs with the next phase of the More Trees for a Cooler, Greener West program. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced that 28,150..

Applications for the 2023 Upskill and Invest Young Farmers Scholarships are now open, providing an opportunity for young farmers across the state to gain valuable new skills and invest in their future. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas has welcomed the launch of this year’s Upskill..

The Victorian Government is providing a $4.4 million funding boost to volunteers and young people across the state, including in Werribee to help them protect and restore the natural environment in our area. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas said the 2023 Victorian Landcare Grants and..

Getting to and from school will now be easier for students at Werribee Secondary College, thanks to the introduction of a new school special bus service. From Monday 24 April, a new morning and afternoon school bus will provide a direct public transport option for..

The Andrews Labor Government is providing new support for international students to help them thrive in Victoria as student numbers continue to grow. The Study Melbourne Inclusion Program is backing 15 projects to support student wellbeing and foster a strong connection to the community. Melbourne..