3 October 2017
Shepparton To Host Young Socceroos And AFC Qualifiers
August 30, 2017
The Andrews Labor Government has helped Shepparton secure the right to host qualifying matches for the 2018 Asian Football Confederation (AFC) U-19 Championship later this year, featuring our Young Socceroos. Minister for Sport John Eren joined Member for Northern Victoria Mark Gepp and Young Socceroos Head Coach Ufuk Talay at the Greater Shepparton Community Football […]
Continuing The Conversation In The Goulburn Region
August 30, 2017
Representatives from the local community, industry and the Andrews Labor Government will come together tonight in Seymour for the 2017 Goulburn Regional Assembly. Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford said the Assembly was an important opportunity to discuss the future of the region, its priorities, and the Labor Government’s ongoing partnership with local communities. Last […]
Green Light For The Marong Business Park
August 21, 2017
The Andrews Labor Government is creating jobs in Bendigo by giving the green light to the Marong Business Park. Minister for Planning Richard Wynne has announced the rezoning of more than 300 hectares of land in Bendigo’s west, paving the way for the City of Greater Bendigo to begin developing the jobs hub. The Marong […]
Say Cheese! Fonterra Stanhope Facility Opens
August 18, 2017
The world’s largest exporter of dairy products officially opened its rebuilt Stanhope Facility today thanks to support from the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Agriculture and Regional Development Jaala Pulford officially opened Fonterra’s rebuilt and expanded facility, which has helped retain 120 jobs and create an additional 30 jobs. With support from the Labor Government, […]
Governance Failings At Central Goldfields Shire
August 18, 2017
Victoria’s local government auditor today released a report identifying a series of governance concerns at Central Goldfields Shire Council, including lack of transparency, policy failures and financial mismanagement. The report followed an investigation by the Local Government Investigations and Compliance Inspectorate and it has been provided to the Council and Minister for Local Government. The […]
Funding Boost For Bendigo Racecourse
August 17, 2017
Racegoers at the Bendigo Jockey Club will get uninterrupted views of all the on-course action, thanks to a new $320,000 big screen funded with support from the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Racing Martin Pakula visited Bendigo Racecourse today to announce the Labor Government will provide more than $160,000 from the Victorian Racing Industry Fund […]
Government Assistance For Murray Goulburn Workers
August 16, 2017
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting retrenched dairy workers in the Indigo and Campaspe Shires affected by Murray Goulburn’s down-sizing. Following recent discussions with impacted workers, Minister for Agriculture and Regional Development Jaala Pulford today announced $50,000 for each council to undertake community economic development planning. The Labor Government will also allocate $80,000 to allow […]
Central Highlands Region, It’s Time To Have Your Say
August 14, 2017
Locals living in the Central Highlands region have a chance to continue their conversation with the Andrews Labor Government, with community consultation leading up to the next regional assembly kicking off today. Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford encouraged local residents to engage with the Central Highlands Regional Partnership ahead of the 2017 Regional Assembly […]
Woomelang Shopping Precinct Upgrade Open For Business
August 9, 2017
The Andrews Labor Government-backed upgrade to the Woomelang Shopping Precinct is complete – creating new opportunities for local businesses and more reasons to visit the region. Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford officially announced the completion of the project in Parliament today. Yarriambiack Shire Council identified the Woomelang Shopping Precinct Upgrade as a priority project […]
Bendigo’s Billion Dollar Gold Rush
August 5, 2017
More than a billion dollars’ worth of gold has been discovered near Bendigo – setting the scene for a 21st century gold rush in Central Victoria. Minister for Resources Wade Noonan toured Fosterville Gold Mine this week, where Kirkland Lake Gold has discovered more than a million ounces of gold, worth more than $1.1 billion. […]