Category: Minister for Regional Development

A Step Closer To Enhanced Broadband For Horsham

Horsham is a step closer to getting better broadband, with a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the construction and delivery of enhanced broadband services released to the market this week. Acting Minister for Regional Development Jacinta Allan said the RFP was a major step forward in the project, which will trial solutions to boost broadband […]

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A Step Closer To Better Broadband For Morwell

Morwell is a step closer to getting better broadband, with a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the construction and delivery of enhanced broadband services released to the market this week. Acting Minister for Regional Development Jacinta Allan said the RFP was a major step forward in the project, which will trial solutions to boost broadband […]

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Listening And Delivering For Regional Victoria In 2018

The Andrews Labor Government today announced the dates of Victoria’s 2018 Regional Assemblies, with the  program set to kick off in May to advance the priorities of the Loddon Campaspe region. The Regional Assemblies began in 2016 and are the cornerstone of the Labor Government’s year-round consultation with regional Victorians through its nine Regional Partnerships. […]

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Managing Energy Costs And Securing Jobs For Benalla

The Andrews Labor Government is helping a family owned Benalla manufacturer manage its energy costs, boost its productivity and secure local jobs. Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford and Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes visited D & R Henderson today to announce Labor Government support that will help the company commission a $1.3 million upgrade […]

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Ride Like A Girl Puts Regional Victoria On The World Stage

The Andrews Labor Government is backing the Michelle Payne inspired Victorian feature film Ride Like a Girl, which is set to put racing and regional Victoria on the world stage. Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford joined Minister for Racing Martin Pakula, critically acclaimed actress and the film’s director Rachel Griffiths, and Melbourne Cup winning […]

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Harrybilt To Expand Jobs In Ballarat

In another win for workers and business in Ballarat, the Andrews Labor Government is backing an expansion of HarryBilt Engineering and Welding Services to help increase its capacity and capability, and create local jobs. Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford announced the expansion today, which will see Harrybilt separate the fabrication and assembly functions of […]

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World-Class Bike Trail Opens In Harcourt

The Andrews Labor Government is delivering new world-class bike trails in regional Victoria with the opening of the La Larr Ba Guawa Park in Harcourt – just in time for the Labour Day long weekend. Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford joined Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio and Member for Bendigo […]

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Funds For Cohuna To Build Community Capability

The Andrews Labor Government today announced a $20,000 grant to Cohuna Neighbourhood House to run a number of initiatives that promote social inclusion and community development. Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford announced the grant in Parliament today, which will help Cohuna Neighbourhood House develop a database to promote and coordinate its events more effectively […]

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Ballarat Sports And Events Centre Bouncing Ahead

Local Ballarat building firm Nicholson Construction has been appointed to deliver the Ballarat Sports and Events Centre expansion. Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford was on site today, to mark the next step in this exciting project, which will support at least 55 jobs during construction and inject $56 million into the region’s economy. The […]

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Tango Energy Builds New Home And Jobs In Geelong

Tango Energy has opened its new headquarters in Geelong in a major boost for local jobs and a big vote of confidence for local businesses in the region. Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford officially opened the office today – made possible through support from the Andrews Labor Government. The new head office will support […]

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