3 October 2017
Ridding Victorian Schools Of Asbestos
October 2, 2017
More Victorian students will be safe from asbestos thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Acting Minister for Education Jenny Mikakos today announced the next 119 schools to undergo the removal of asbestos that may pose a risk in the future. Under the Victorian School Asbestos Removal Program, $1.6 million will be invested to remove asbestos […]
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Creating A Stronger TAFE In Mildura
September 28, 2017
The Andrews Labor Government is ensuring all Victorians have access to high quality training through our Skills First TAFE Community Service funding. Minister for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney today joined staff and students at SuniTAFE’s Mildura campus, to announce the institute is receiving $1.52 million from the fund. Community Service funding helps TAFEs support […]
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New Report Identifies Workforce Needs In The Mallee
September 28, 2017
A new report identifying and highlighting the skills and training needs of the Mallee region’s industries now and into the future has been officially launched. Minister for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney joined Victorian Skills Commissioner Neil Coulson to launch the Mallee Regional Skills Demand Profile at Olam Orchards Australia in Carwarp this morning. The […]
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Helping Ex-Automotive Workers Find New Jobs
September 27, 2017
Former automotive industry workers have found jobs working to remove dangerous level crossings after taking part in an Andrews Labor Government project to reskill and retrain them for new careers. Minister for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney today visited the Rosanna Level Crossing site to meet former Ford employees who have found employment thanks to […]
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Apprentices To Shine At 2017 Victorian Training Awards
September 22, 2017
Apprentices, trainees, teachers and training providers will take centre stage at this year’s Victorian Training Awards. Minister for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney today announced finalists for the awards, now in its 63rd year, which celebrate excellence in the training system, showcasing collaboration between industry and training providers. Regional areas feature prominently this year among […]
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Celebrating Excellence In Victorian Schools
September 22, 2017
A school raising the career aspirations of young people and a primary teacher who is passionate about increasing women in STEM education and careers are among the finalists of this year’s Victorian Education Excellence Awards. Minister for Education James Merlino announced the 28 finalists across nine award categories today, congratulating them on their achievements. The […]
Categories: Media Release, Minister for Education
Schools Leading Their Communities In Sustainability
September 20, 2017
Nearly 60 Victorian schools are being recognised for taking the lead on the environmental issues in their communities. The finalists for the ResourceSmart Schools Awards have been announced by the Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio ahead of the presentation ceremony in October. Sustainability Victoria received 150 entries from 87 schools. Now […]
Helping Victorian Students: VCAL Scholarships Now Open
September 19, 2017
The Andrews Labor Government is offering a helping hand to students facing financial barriers to completing their education and training. Minister for Education James Merlino today encouraged Victorian students to apply for a Lynne Kosky Memorial Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) Scholarship. Students aged 17 or under planning to study VCAL in 2018 can […]
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Improving Education In Shepparton
September 19, 2017
The Andrews Labor Government is drawing up a blue print for improving education across Shepparton and Mooroopna through a new education plan. Minister for Education James Merlino today announced the second stage of community consultation in the development of the Shepparton Education Plan – a long term plan to help young people get the best […]
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Victorian Students Rise To The Challenge
September 18, 2017
Thousands of children and young people from across Victoria have spent the past few months enjoying their favourite books as part of the Premiers’ Reading Challenge. Minister for Education James Merlino and Minister for Families and Children Jenny Mikakos today congratulated more than 250,000 participants from 3,161 local schools, early childhood services and homes across […]
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