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STRENGTHENING YOUTH ENGAGEMENT IN WERRIBEE

Young people in Werribee will get more opportunities to have their say and participate in decision-making, with the launch of the Andrews Labor Government’s Youth Policy: Building Stronger Youth Engagement in Victoria today. Local member for Werribee Tim Pallas MP said that the policy will..

GIVING WERRIBEE THE GREAT SPORTS FACILITIES THEY DESERVE

Sporting organisations in Werribee can now apply for funding to build or upgrade indoor stadiums, where demand for courts has outstripped supply. Tim Pallas MP today announced the $22 million Andrews Labor Government’s Better Indoor Stadiums Fund is open, so that more players can get..

Ramping Up Jobs And Investment In Werribee

The Andrews Labor Government is one step closer to unlocking East Werribee’s potential with the opening of new ramps on the Princes Freeway and a new bridge at the Sneydes Road interchange. Treasurer and Member for Werribee Tim Pallas was onsite today, marking the major..

MORE RESOURCES TO PROTECT LOCAL WOMEN AND CHILDREN FROM FAMILY VIOLENCE

The Andrews Labor Government is rolling out a vital program across Victoria to protect the women and children at the highest risk of family violence. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today welcomed the announcement that high-impact Risk Assessment and Management Panels (RAMPs) will operate in..

WYNDHAM HEADED FOR CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE

Victoria has set ambitious renewable energy targets to create thousands of new jobs and cut the state’s greenhouse gas emissions. By 2020, 25 per cent of electricity generated in the state will come from renewable energy. By 2025, that will rise to 40 per cent…

ResourceSmart students inspire Werribee to be more sustainable

  Member for Werribee Tim Pallas has congratulated Werribee Primary School on being a finalist in the Energy Primary School of the Year award for this year’s ResourceSmart Schools Awards.   Werribee Primary School has taken practical action to meet specific energy reductions and demonstrate..

APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR GROWING SUBURBS FUND

  Wyndham City Council is one of 10 Victorian councils eligible to apply for funding from the Andrews Government’s $50 million Growing Suburbs Fund, with applications opening today. The fund will assist councils like Wyndham to build the community centres, town hubs, playgrounds, parks and..

Tim Pallas commends the RSL on 100 years of service

Tim Pallas today commends the Returned Services League of Australia (RSL) on 100 years of service and support for our ex-service members, and their families. Formed in 1916, the RSL is one of Australia’s oldest and most respected national organisations. The RSL will hold its..

HONOURING WERRIBEE’S CHILD PROTECTION WORKERS

Nominations honouring Werribee’s dedicated individuals and teams who work to improve the lives of the state’s most vulnerable children are now open. Member for Werribee, Tim Pallas today called for nominations for the Robin Clark Protecting Children Awards, which recognise excellence in service across the..

EXTRA SUPPORT FOR WERRIBEE EARLY SCHOOL LEAVERS

The Andrews Labor Government is supporting locals in Werribee to access formal training, with a funding boost of $330,000 for the Wyndham Community and Education Centre. The Victorian Budget 2016/17 included $20 million for the Reconnect Program to support young people who left school early..

RECRUIT SMARTER: A BETTER WAY TO DO BUSINESS

In an Australian first, the Andrews Labor Government will run a pilot program to create a fairer playing field for those applying for work, ensuring they get the best opportunities regardless of their background. Member for Werribee, Tim Pallas today welcomed the program, which aims..

IRAMOO PRIMARY GETTING IN TUNE WITH NEW MUSIC EQUIPMENT

Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today announced Iramoo Primary School will receive funding to purchase new musical equipment. Grants of up to $5000 have been awarded to 43 Victorian schools under Round One of the Musical Instrument Grants program. Iramoo Primary School has a well..

NEW SERVICE TO HELP WESTERN MELBOURNE STUDENTS STAY ON TRACK

A new pilot to help at-risk students stay in school gets underway in the western suburbs of Melbourne today. Member for Werribee, Tim Pallas and Member for Tarneit, Telmo Languiller today announced the organisations that will run the Western Melbourne pilot. Lead by Anglicare Victoria,..

EDUCATION WEEK: ROBOTS, VIDEO GAMES AND 3D PRINTERS FOR LOCAL STUDENTS

Students from across Werribee will get their hands on 3D printers, Oculus virtual reality devices and iPad-driven robots, as part of this year’s Education Week. Over the next week Werribee schools will also open their doors to the local community to showcase how they are..

TURNBULL IS WALKING AWAY FROM WERRIBEE SCHOOLS

Tuesday night’s Federal Budget was a bitter pill to swallow for Werribee students and their families. The Department of Education has undertaken an analysis to outline the impact of the Turnbull Government’s cuts to education announced in this Budget, including its shameful decision to walk..

HELPING DISADVANTAGED PEOPLE FIND WORK AND STAY EMPLOYED

The Andrews Labor Government today launched the Jobs Victoria Employment Network (JVEN), which will help disadvantaged Victorians find meaningful work and stay employed. Round one of JVEN will provide $25 million worth of grants to specialist employment providers, to help them connect disadvantaged jobseekers with..

$10.9 MILLION FOR MANOR LAKES COLLEGE

The final stage of Manor Lakes College will be completed, with the Andrews Labor Government providing in $10.9 million funding. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today announced the funding as part of the Victorian Budget 2016/17. The completed college will give local parents and families..