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GRANTS TO BUILD ACCESSIBLE AMENITIES OPEN IN WERRIBEE

The Andrews Labor Government is building more amenities for people with disability, with Councils, tourism attractions and destinations, and local not for profit organisations all encouraged to apply for grants to build Changing Places facilities in Werribee. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas launched the latest..

YOUNG PEOPLE IN WERRIBEE TO GET A JUMPSTART! ON A HEALTHY FUTURE

VicHealth is partnering with community groups and organisations across Victoria to give 180 local ideas a JumpStart! in creating vibrant, active and connected communities of young people. JumpStart! is a VicHealth initiative focused on building healthier communities through community sport, active play, art and food..

ANOTHER CHAPTER FOR THE PREMIERS’ READING CHALLENGE

Werribee children can go ‘wild about reading’, as they embark on the annual Premiers’ Reading Challenge for another year. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced the 2023 Premiers’ Reading Challenge is open and is encouraging Werribee students and families to get behind the initiative that..

MEMBERS STATEMENTS: WERRIBEE BOWLS CLUB

Tim PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Trade and Investment) (09:39): I rise to acknowledge to the house the centennial celebrations of the Werribee Bowls Club. It was an honour to join the celebrations late last year and learn of the..

MINISTERS STATEMENTS: JOBS CREATION

Tim PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Trade and Investment) (14:17): The Andrews Labor government has succeeded in delivering our jobs plan target more than two years ahead of schedule. Back in December 2020 the former member for Ripon trumpeted that..

Return Of International Students Buoys Victoria

International students are flocking to Victoria and Melbourne – Australia’s best student city – injecting energy, boosting the economy and providing a ready supply of workers for jobs. Department of Home Affairs data shows since international borders reopened in December 2021, the number of student..

Delivering More Surgery In Melbourne’s West

Hundreds more patients in Melbourne’s west will get the elective surgery they need sooner – thanks to the Andrews Labor Government’s $1.5 billion COVID Catch Up Plan. Premier Daniel Andrews and Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas today visited the newly opened Werribee Rapid Access Hub..

Steady Hand Keeps Victoria’s Economy Strong

A snapshot of the state’s finances shows Victoria is in sound shape as the economy continues a sustained recovery from the effects of the global pandemic that is growing jobs and underpinning confidence. Victoria’s Mid-Year Financial Report, published today, reveals a resilient state that recorded..

MEMBERS STATEMENT: INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

Tim PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Trade and Investment) (09:40): In recognition of International Women’s Day on 8 March, I rise to acknowledge the contribution of two exemplary women in my electorate of Werribee. This year’s theme is about embracing equity. Christine..

MINISTERS STATEMENT: DEAKIN UNIVERSITY

Tim PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Trade and Investment) (14:23): It gives me great pleasure to be here again. I rise to update the house on how Victoria’s international collaboration with India is going from strength to strength, underpinned by..

Future Of Zero-Emission Flying On Show At Avalon

Victorians will get a glimpse into the future of flying at the Australian International Airshow this week, with cutting-edge electric aircraft, aerial taxis and cargo drones part of an Andrews Labor Government display. Minister for Trade and Investment Tim Pallas today launched the Government’s Advanced..

Workers, Businesses Make Victoria’s Economy Number One

Victoria’s economy is the strongest in the nation with the state leading all-comers in a key economic indicator – state final demand – in the December quarter and over the year. Today’s Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) results show that Victoria’s growth in final demand..

MEMBERS STATEMENT: PETER PARRY

Mr PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Trade and Investment) (09:42): I acknowledge to the house the late Peter Parry, who was a CFA life member of Hoppers Crossing fire brigade in my electorate. Peter passed away just after Christmas following..

WERRIBEE CLUBS URGED TO APPLY FOR SPORTING CLUB GRANTS

Grassroots sports and active recreation clubs and organisations across Werribee are being urged to apply for funding to boost their equipment, skills and administration expertise. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced applications have opened for the Andrews Labor Government’s latest round of the Sporting Club..

PRIORITY PRIMARY CARE CENTRE IN WERRIBEE OPEN

The Victorian Government is continuing to provide local Werribee residents with more primary care options with the Werribee Priority Primary Care Centre (PPCC) now up and running. The GP-led centre is now accepting both bookings and walk-ins and is well equipped to handle a range..

GRANTS FOR WERRIBEE LOCAL SPORTS CLUBS TO LEVEL THE PLAYING FIELD

The Victorian Government is backing more women and girls in Werribee to get involved in community sport and recreation. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced that applications for the 2022-23 Change Our Game Community Activation Grants Program had opened. Offered through the Office for Women..

ABORIGINAL ATHLETES IN WERRIBEE GET SET FOR MORE GRANTS

The Victorian Government is getting on with helping Aboriginal Victorians in Werribee, get on the park and into more sport and active recreation through the next round of the Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas encourages the Victorian Aboriginal community to..