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MINISTERS STATEMENTS: REGIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE

MR PALLAS (Werribee—Treasurer, Minister for Economic Development, Minister for Industrial Relations) (14:22): It gives me great pleasure to update the house about the government’s ongoing commitment to building infrastructure in regional Victoria. You may have heard some nonsense claims recently that just 13 per cent of..

PARKING BOOST FOR MELBOURNE’S WEST

The Andrews Labor Government is delivering over 1,200 new and upgraded car parking spaces to some of Melbourne’s busiest train stations in the growing western suburbs. The new and upgraded car parks at Tarneit, Caroline Springs and Wyndham Vale stations will free up local streets..

MINISTERS STATEMENTS: ECONOMY

MR PALLAS (Werribee—Treasurer, Minister for Economic Development, Minister for Industrial Relations) (14:21): Since 2014 the Andrews Labor government’s infrastructure pipeline has supported or will continue to support in excess of 190 000 jobs in this state. There are many Victorians who can take great pride in the..

MEMBERS STATEMENT: FEDERAL ELECTION

MR PALLAS (Werribee—Treasurer, Minister for Economic Development, Minister for Industrial Relations) (09:36): I am pleased to congratulate my local federal colleague Joanne Ryan for her re-election as the member for Lalor, and I look forward to working with Joanne and the newly elected Albanese Labor..

BIGGER, BETTER ED FOR WERRIBEE MERCY HOSPITAL ON THE WAY

The Andrews Labor Government is delivering a bigger and better emergency department for Melbourne’s booming outer suburbs, with multi-million-dollar expansions at the Werribee Mercy Hospital and Casey Hospital on the way. Minister for Health Martin Foley toured Werribee Mercy Hospital today, announcing that funding from..

WERRIBEE OPEN RANGE ZOO TO BENEFIT FROM RECYCLED WATER

The Andrews Labor Government is protecting one of Victoria’s favourite attractions, ensuring some of Werribee Open Range Zoo’s largest residents will have a secure and sustainable water source into the future. The Labor Government has contributed $2 million towards the construction of a 2.7km pipeline..

INCREASING THE AUSLAN TEACHING WORKFORCE IN VICTORIA

The Andrews Labor Government has added courses in Auslan to the signature Free TAFE list, helping more Victorians become Auslan interpreters and creating a stronger and more diverse community. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today announced the Labor Government has invested more than $4 million..

NEW SCANNERS TO BOOST HORSE WELFARE

Racehorses in Victoria will soon benefit from some of the best injury-prevention screening services available anywhere in the world, thanks to funding from the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Racing Martin Pakula announced more than $950,000 from the Victorian Racing Industry Fund will be invested..

MINISTERS STATEMENTS: HEALTH FUNDING

MR PALLAS (Werribee—Treasurer, Minister for Economic Development, Minister for Industrial Relations) (14:23): Since coming to office the Andrews Labor government has invested more than $158 billion in our healthcare system and the workers that look after us. The previous LNP government’s spending on health was effectively..

PROMOTING HEALTHY MASCULINITY IN OUR SCHOOLS

The Andrews Labor Government is helping Victorian schools build a stronger culture of respect and gender equality and supporting students to more openly discuss their mental health, with new workshops coming to schools. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced that two healthy masculinity pilot programs..

YOUNG VOLUNTEERS LEADING NATURE PROJECTS IN WERRIBEE

The Andrews Labor Government is empowering young Victorians to protect and preserve the state’s natural and cultural landscapes. Deanna Mifsud is one of eight young people who were successful in their submissions to the Youth Volunteering for Nature Fund, with each recipient receiving $1,500 to..

PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST IN WERRIBEE

The Andrews Labor Government is putting patients first in Werribee. Across our nation – and around the world – the pandemic has put unprecedented pressure on health systems. From a sharp increase of critical COVID patients to disrupted care, resulting in longer hospital recovery time, the last..

SLASHING ENERGY BILLS WITH $250 POWER SAVING BONUS

Werribee households will receive a $250 bill busting bonus if they seek out a better energy deal on Victoria’s Energy Compare website – saving hundreds of dollars. As part of the Victorian Budget 2022/23, the Andrews Labor Government will invest $250 million in a new..

BUILDING CONNECTIONS WITH NEW MEN’S SHEDS GRANTS

The Andrews Labor Government is supporting wellbeing in communities across the state with further funding to establish, expand or improve men’s sheds. Today Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced applications have opened for grants through the $1 million men’s sheds program. Men’s sheds provide a..

A GREAT SCHOOL PATHWAY FOR EVERY STUDENT IN WERRIBEE

The Andrews Labor Government’s new senior secondary school certificates will combine the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) from next year – making sure every young Victorian gets the education they need for the career they want. Member..

SUPPORTING OUR MUCH-LOVED COMPANION ANIMALS

The Andrews Labor Government is supporting animal welfare organisations across the state to rehome more cats and dogs as well as upgrade and expand clinics. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas congratulated organisation Cat People of Melbourne on being awarded $10,000 to further grow its animal..

WERRIBEE CLUBS SCORE SPORT GRANTS

Eight grassroots sport and active recreation clubs and organisations in are set to bolster their coaching skills, administration expertise, or score new sports equipment thanks to a share in more than $900,000 from the Victorian Government. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced the successful applicants..