Awakening Mount Buffalo All Year Round
Work is underway on the Andrews Labor Government-funded business case and action plan to help realise Mount Buffalo’s potential to become a year-round destination for visitors. In Bright to progress the work today, Chair of the Mt Buffalo Taskforce Danielle Green said she was optimistic about the future of tourism in Victoria’s High Country. In […]
Healthy Boost For Regional Jobs
The Andrews Labor Government is helping regional health food manufacturer Australian Eatwell create jobs and double its production of tofu. Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Victoria Danielle Green today toured the company’s Donald facility and announced $231,000 from the Labor Government’s Future Industries Manufacturing Program. The funding is allowing the company to undertake a $926,000 expansion, […]
Co-Investment In Rain-Resistant Grape Varieties Bears Fruit
The Andrews Labor Government’s co-investment in rain-resistant grapes is paying dividends for the Sunraysia region. Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Victoria, Danielle Green joined the Chief Executive Officer and Chair of Dried Fruits Australia at a farm in Irymple today to see the benefits of the Labor Government’s investment. In 2015, the Labor Government provided around […]
Colac CBD Revitalisation Complete
Colac’s main shopping strip is now a more attractive place to stop, shop and socialise with the completion of the $1.95 million CBD Revitalisation Project. Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Victoria Danielle Green joined Colac Otway Shire today to officially welcome the completed works. The Colac CBD Revitalisation Project includes major streetscape enhancements along Murray Street […]
Transforming Mount Buffalo Into A Year-Round Destination
The Andrews Labor Government is backing a new plan to transform Mt Buffalo from one of Victoria’s winter wonderlands to a year-round tourism drawcard. Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Victoria Danielle Green today announced $200,000 from the Labor Government for a feasibility study on development of year-round tourism experiences. Alpine Shire Council will use the funding […]
Timboon Upgrades Never Tasted So Sweet
It’s going to be a sweet summer in Timboon with new features for visitors at Timboon Fine Ice Cream and upgrades to the local streetscape now complete thanks to funding from the Andrews Labor Government. Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Victoria Danielle Green visited Timboon today to celebrate two projects funded by the Regional Jobs and […]
Warrnambool’s Flagstaff Hill Upgraded
The revitalisation of Warrnambool’s Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village is complete, backed by a $1.95 million grant from the Victorian Government. Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism Danielle Green opened the upgraded $2.95 million popular tourist attraction last night that draws in thousands of visitors every year. Established in 1974, Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village provides an immersive experience […]
Designs Unveiled For Creswick Woollen Mills Upgrade
New plans have been revealed for a major redevelopment of Creswick Woollen Mills tourism experience, backed by $500,000 from the Andrews Labor Government. Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Development Danielle Green helped unveil the plans last Friday at the 70th anniversary celebrations for the Mill. The current tourism experience showcases the journey of wool from its […]
Bart Cummings Trophy Display Unveiled At Flemington
A stunning collection of 149 trophies won by the ‘Cups King’ Bart Cummings was unveiled at Flemington Racecourse today. Parliamentary Secretary for Justice Ben Carroll joined Victoria Racing Club for the launch of the Bart Cummings Trophy Collection which features all 12 of Cummings’ Melbourne Cup trainer’s trophies, two Caulfield Cups and four Cox Plates. […]
Help For Murray Darling Farmers To Plan For The Future
The Andrews Labor Government is helping farmers in the Goulburn Murray Irrigation District (GMID) adapt their businesses to a rapidly changing environment with additional funding for the Plan2Farm program. Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Victoria Danielle Green renewed the Labor Government’s support for the project and announced an $800,000 grant from the Murray Darling Economic Diversification […]