aArchives for April, 2023

Archives for April, 2023

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MORE TREES IN THE GROUND IN WERRIBEE

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..

INVESTING IN THE NEXT GENERATION OF VICTORIAN AGRICULTURE

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..

LANDCARE AND JUNIOR GRANTS NOW OPEN

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..

NEW SCHOOL BUS SERVICES FOR WERRIBEE STUDENTS

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..

Victoria 101: Helping International Students Feel At Home

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..

Jobs Keep Growing As Regional Victoria Leads Nation

Regional Victoria is continuing its nation-leading jobs growth with thousands of people finding work across the state last month. Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) figures published today reflect a growing economy with 9,500 new jobs created in regional Victoria in March, bringing the total number..

Strong Recovery Delivers 100,000 New Jobs In Two Months

Victoria’s jobs growth is leading the nation following another surge in employment as the state’s sustained economic recovery delivers benefits for workers and businesses. Today’s Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) figures show that 39,200 new jobs were created in Victoria last month, significantly more than..

Aquaculture Growth Supplying Fresh Victorian Seafood

The Andrews Labor Government is backing more jobs and seafood production across the state’s aquaculture sector, making sure more Victorians can enjoy fresh, local seafood. Minister for Outdoor Recreation Sonya Kilkenny today visited aquaculture facilities in Werribee and Avalon to see first-hand how producers prepare..

New Wages Policy Strikes Responsible Balance For Victoria

The Andrews Labor Government has confirmed the framework for future enterprise agreements with the state’s public sector workers, under an updated wages policy. Minister for Industrial Relations Tim Pallas today released details of the new Victorian Public Sector Wages Policy, which increases the wages component..