28 March 2018
Supporting International Student Wellbeing In Victoria
March 27, 2018
A re-vamped international student work right legal service and new international student welfare projects valued at more than $433,000 will enhance the wellbeing and experience of international students studying in Victoria. The Andrews Labor Government’s refreshed International Student Work Rights Legal Service (ISWRLS) will give international students with work issues free, private and independent legal […]
Categories: Media Release, Minister for Trade and Investment
More Support For Swimming Lessons
March 27, 2018
Schools across the state will receive more support for swimming lessons as part of the Andrews Labor Government’s plan to keep Victorian children safe around water. Schools will share in an additional $9.8 million to help contribute to the cost of swimming lessons over the next two years, increasing the support provided to each Year 6 […]
Categories: Media Release, Minister for Education
Giving Children With A Disability A Fairer Go
March 27, 2018
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting hundreds more children with a disability by bridging the gap while they wait to enter the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Minister for Early Childhood Education Jenny Mikakos today announced $9.7 million to fund an additional 741 Early Childhood Intervention Services places for Victorian kids, giving them support ahead […]
Categories: Media Release, Minister for Families and Children
Victoria Welcomes Record Numbers Of Overseas Students
March 26, 2018
International students are choosing to study in Victoria in record numbers, with more than 200,000 people from 170 countries coming to the state last year. These record numbers follow five years of steady sector growth for an industry that supports more than 58,000 local jobs. Victoria’s reputation as a premium higher education and research destination […]
Categories: Media Release, Minister for Trade and Investment
Supporting South West Victorians To Get Work Ready
March 23, 2018
The Andrews Labor Government today announced $3.6 million for a South West Institute of TAFE-led project to examine how locally-delivered training can best meet the region’s future workforce needs. Minister for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney said the project would ensure South West Institute of TAFE is able to develop and deliver training that accounts for […]
Categories: Media Release, Minister for Training and Skills
Strengthening Child Safety To Protect Our Students
March 23, 2018
The Andrews Labor Government will overhaul Victoria’s teacher registration system to ensure the Victorian Institute of Teaching considers child safety when assessing whether teachers are suitable to teach. Minister for Education James Merlino today welcomed the report of an independent review into Victoria’s teacher regulator, which examined the management, operations and governance of the Victorian […]
Categories: Media Release, Minister for Education
Tapping Into Child Health Tips And Advice On Your Phone
March 23, 2018
Victorian families will be able to access the latest parenting tips, advice and guidance at just a touch of a screen, with the release of a new interactive smartphone app. The Andrews Labor Government today launched the free MCH App – developed by Victoria’s trusted Maternal and Child Health Services – which gives families access […]
Categories: Media Release, Minister for Early Childhood Education
Building The Education State In Ashwood
March 21, 2018
Ashwood families now have the new state-of-the-art secondary school they deserve after the revamped Ashwood High School opened today. Minister for Education James Merlino officially opened the new facilities this afternoon, including an upgraded performing arts hall, a learning centre designed for senior students and a tiered, outdoor amphitheatre complete with audio and lighting hardware. […]
Categories: Media Release, Minister for Education
Chelsea Heights Primary Unveils Inclusive Spaces
March 21, 2018
Chelsea Heights students have access to sensory gardens and outdoor learning areas to support students with disabilities and special needs thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Education James Merlino and Member for Mordialloc Tim Richardson today visited Chelsea Heights Primary School to officially open its $400,000 upgrade to the June Elliot Centre. Previously […]
Categories: Media Release, Minister for Education
New Award To Celebrate Inclusive Training
March 21, 2018
The Andrews Labor Government is recognising Victorian training providers with an outstanding record delivering training to students with a disability through the introduction of a new award at the 2018 Victorian Training Awards. Minister for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney encouraged eligible training providers to nominate for the new Victorian Inclusive Training Provider of the […]
Categories: Media Release, Minister for Training and Skills