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GRANTS TO SUPPORT GENDER EQUALITY IN WERRIBEE

The Werribee community will benefit from an investment in grassroots community projects which support and empower women and improve gender equality. The Andrews Labor Government has announced that 44 community and women’s organisations have received a share of $400,000 in grants for activities which focus..

MELBOURNE’S EVENT SCENE RECEIVES MAJOR FUNDING BOOST

Werribee will be attracting more visitors, and boosting local jobs and the economy, with the Victorian Government investing $24,500 to help deliver Dussehra West 2023 in Wyndham Vale. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today welcomed confirmation that the event will proceed in October, thanks to..

BETTER FACILITIES FOR WERRIBEE SCHOOLS

Students in Werribee will have better school environments to learn and succeed in, with the Andrews Labor Government funding key maintenance projects at schools right across the state. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced that schools in Werribee are among more than 350 Victorian schools..

TRANSFORMING TODAY’S WASTE INTO TOMORROW’S ENERGY

A landmark investment by the Andrews Labor Government will boost Victoria’s bioenergy capacity with 24 projects across the state receiving funding to create renewable energy from organic waste that would otherwise end up in landfill. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today announced successful applicants for..

Canadian Clean Energy Innovator Picks Melbourne

The Andrews Labor Government is championing advanced technology innovation and attracting international companies looking to expand in the Asia Pacific – the latest, a Canadian renewable energy leader. Minister for Trade and Investment Tim Pallas today announced that Hydrostor will set up its regional headquarters..

MINISTERS STATEMENTS: BUDGET 2023–24

Tim PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Trade and Investment) (14:11): I am excited about the news that 26,000 small businesses will benefit from payroll tax changes are that were announced in last month’s budget. That is around 60 per cent of all current..

Regional Jobs Up, Unemployment Falls To Near Record Low

Jobs have grown again in regional Victoria and the regional unemployment rate has dropped to a near record low, underscoring the strength of the state’s economic resurgence. Today’s Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) figures show that more than 3,900 Victorians found work in regional Victoria..

More Singaporean Companies Eye Innovative Victoria

Victoria is leading all states in attracting high-growth Singaporean businesses that create jobs and boost innovation – and Melbourne will now host a leading accelerator program to continue the trend. Minister for Trade and Investment Tim Pallas today announced that Melbourne will host the Singapore-Australia..

Jobs Surge: Record Number Of Victorians In Work

Victoria has achieved a new jobs record with more Victorians in work than ever before. Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) figures show that almost 27,000 people started a new job in May, bringing the total number of people in employment across the state to an..

Protections, Permits Ensure Safety For Child Workers

New laws to strengthen protections for children working in cafes, shops and other businesses and make it easier for responsible businesses to comply with their legal obligations come into effect on 1 July. A child employment licensing system will replace the existing permit system and..

Victoria Leads As Build-To-Rent Creates More Choice

Victoria is leading the nation in Build-to-Rent (BTR) housing developments, with state incentives helping to expand rental options for people at all stages of life. The BTR model creates homes for the rental market instead of selling to individual buyers and is providing Victorian renters..

PARK PLANS RELEASED FOR OUR GROWING COMMUNITY

Five new parks featuring nature playscapes, picnic and barbecue areas, revitalised creeks, wetlands and frog habitats are on the way for Melbourne’s growing outer suburbs thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas and Member for Tarneit Dylan Wight welcomed the release..

MEMBERS STATEMENTS: BUDGET 2023–24

Tim PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Trade and Investment) (09:40): I rise to update the house on the investments for my electorate delivered in the ninth budget for the Andrews Labor government. I am proud of the 2023–24 budget, which delivers..

MINISTERS STATEMENTS: PROPERTY TAX

Tim PALLAS (Werribee – Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Trade and Investment) (14:09): I am pleased to say that as part of the 2023–24 budget the Andrews Labor government will deliver landmark reform to abolish stamp duty for commercial and industrial properties, boosting..

Singapore Energy Startup’s Victorian Move Grows Jobs

The Andrews Labor Government is attracting cutting-edge international companies to Victoria, enhancing the state’s vibrant startup and renewable energy sectors and growing local jobs. Following a visit to Singapore in January, Minister for Trade and Investment Tim Pallas today announced SunGreenH2 has launched a research..

Victoria’s Regional Jobs Growth Leads The Nation

Jobs in regional Victoria grew by almost twice as much as the next best performing state last month – underlining the strength and breadth of Victoria’s economic resurgence. Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) figures released today show that 12,400 regional Victorians started a new job..

CELEBRATING WERRIBEE’S LONGEST SERVING TEACHERS

Three teachers from Werribee are among hundreds of Victorian teachers being recognised for their long-serving dedication to students and families, through the Recognition of Service to Victorian Education program. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas congratulated the teachers who were being honoured for 40 and 45..

BACKING WERRIBEE ATHLETES TO GO NEXT LEVEL

Even more rising Victorian sports stars and teams in Werribee have been awarded travel grants enabling them to compete at the top level. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced a grant have been approved in the electorate from the Government’s Athlete Pathway Travel Grant Program…