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RENOVATION BOOST FOR LITTLE RIVER PRIMARY

The Allan Labor Government is delivering students in Werribee the first-class facilities they deserve, supporting better learning outcomes with upgrades and maintenance rolling out to schools across the state. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today congratulated Little River Primary School, one of 58 successful schools..

HELPING KIDS TO STAY HEALTHY AND ACTIVE IN WERRIBEE

The Allan Labor Government is helping more kids get active and fostering the talents of Victoria’s future sports stars. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas congratulated Thomas Chirnside Primary School, who have received a $30,000 Active Schools Grant as part of the Active Schools initiative. The..

FUNDING BOOST FOR WILDLIFE RESCUE VOLUNTEERS

The Allan Labor Government is boosting funding for Victoria’s wildlife rescue volunteers who dedicate their time and expertise to care for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. Minister for Environment Steve Dimopoulos today opened applications for the Wildlife Rehabilitator Grants with up to $3,000 in funding..

LISTENING TO PARENTS AND CARERS

The Allan Labor Government is inviting parents and carers to help shape services for children and their families into the future. Minister for Children Lizzie Blandthorn and Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced that a new survey is open today – encouraging parents and carers..

MINISTERS STATEMENT: ECONOMY

Tim PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Economic Growth) (14:42): Some recent commentary in the media from some notorious blast from the past and by those opposite has focused on narratives that downplay Victoria’s economic resurgence. It is negative, it is..

MEMBERS STATEMENT: WERRIBEE ELECTORATE ACHIEVMENTS

Tim PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Economic Growth) (10:13): What a 2024 it has been for beautiful Werribee; so much has happened. Three new schools opened in my electorate in 2024: Nganboo Borron School, the Walcom Ngarrwa Secondary College and..

GIVING MORE CHILDREN ACCESS TO THE BEST START IN LIFE

The Allan Labor Government is supporting more children from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds to access and attend kindergarten, giving more Victorian kids the best start in life. Minister for Children Lizzie Blandthorn and local Members Tim Pallas, Mathew Hilakari and Dylan Wight, have..

FUNDING TO SUPPORT AND COMMEMORATE OUR VETERANS

Minister for Veterans Natalie Suleyman and Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced that the Allan Labor Government is investing more to support and honour our veterans by opening applications for two new rounds of the Veterans Capital Works and Restoring Community War Memorials and Avenues..

HELPING BUSY FAMILIES WITH SUMMER SWIMMING LESSONS

The Allan Labor Government is making sure Victorian kids have the swimming skills they need to stay safe with affordable swimming lessons this summer. Applications are now open for the popular VICSWIM Summer Kidz Program, which teaches kids basic swimming skills as well as crucial..

MINISTERS STATEMENTS: EMPLOYMENT

TIM PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Economic Growth) (14:29): I recently had the great privilege and honour of attending the official opening of Metcash’s new distribution centre in Truganina, with the member for Kororoit – a $90 million facility that will..

MEMBERS STATEMENT: ISON ROAD, WERRIBEE

TIM PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Economic Growth) (13:31): I rise to update the house on a very exciting development at the Ison Road rail overpass bridge in the great community of Werribee. Recently the large beams for the overpass..

NEW FUNDING IN ROUND TWO OF GREEN LINKS GRANT PROGRAM

The Allan Labor Government is enhancing Victoria’s local waterways with projects that protect the environment and create more green open spaces for the community to get out and enjoy the great outdoors. Minister for Water Harriet Shing recently opened the second round of the Green..

GRANTS TO UPGRADE OUR COMMUNITY SPORT FACILITIES

The Allan Labor Government is investing millions across the state to upgrade and build new local sports facilities. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas MP announced that applications are now open for the 2024/25 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund. Through the 2024/25 Local Sports Infrastructure Fund, metropolitan..

FUNDING BOOST FOR LITTLE RIVER EMERGENCY SERVICES VOLUNTEERS

Volunteer emergency services organisations in Little River have received a funding boost to support their ongoing service to the local community as part of the Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP) grants. Minister for Emergency Services Jaclyn Symes has announced the 2024-25 VESEP grant recipients..

MINISTERS STATEMENTS: HOUSING AFFORDABILITY

TIM PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Economic Growth) (14:27): We on this side of the house believe that more homes means more opportunity, and that is why the Allan Labor government is slashing stamp duty on off-the-plan apartments, units and..

MEMBERS STATEMENT: WYNDHAM COMMUNITY & EDUCATION CENTRE

TIM PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Economic Growth) (13:50): It was my privilege to join the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Wyndham Community & Education Centre recently in my electorate. The centre is one of Victoria’s largest adult and community..

MEMBERS STATEMENT: WERRIBEE FOOTBALL CLUB

TIM PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Economic Growth) (10:03): I am a very proud local member standing here to celebrate the success of the Werribee Football Club, VFL premiers for season 2024. The Werribee Tigers held off the Southport Sharks..

1,700 MORE KINDER PLACES ON SCHOOL SITES

Busy Victorian families will save time and avoid the dreaded double drop off thanks to the Allan Labor Government, with 11 more kinders set to open at government schools in 2026 and 2027. Minister for Children Lizzie Blandthorn and Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced..