The Andrews Labor Government is substantially reducing payroll tax for the second Budget in a row to help business create jobs. The Victorian Budget 2017/18 cuts payroll tax by bringing forward the timeline of last year’s tax cuts, and reduces payroll tax by 25 per cent for..

The Andrews Labor Government is continuing its record of responsible financial management, with the Victorian Budget 2017/18 confirming strong surpluses and continued jobs growth over the next four years, while delivering the services and projects that really matter. The Budget builds on the solid foundations of the..

Community groups in the Werribee electorate have shared in $7100 to get some much needed protection from harmful UV radiation by increasing shade in public community places. Member for Werribee, Tim Pallas today announced the recipients of grants from the second round of the Andrews..

  Labor Member for Werribee, Tim Pallas has today welcomed new investment in to stage three of the Ice Action Plan. The Andrews Labor Government is stepping up the fight against ice and drug addiction, with new rehabilitation beds and thousands more treatment places and..

From next month, local communities will begin to see the 300 new frontline police officers on their streets – including 27 officers in the Wyndham Police Service Area. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas & Member for Altona Jill Hennessy today welcomed the announcement by Premier..

More Victorian students will get the opportunity to learn a musical instrument, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Round one of the Music Instrument Grants saw Iramoo Primary School receive $5000 for 2 electric drum kits, 2 electric bass guitars, 3 HSV mixers. Member for..

Victorian members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) are set to receive a special exemption under the First Home Owner Grant (FHOG). Recognising that ADF personnel often cannot live at home while they serve abroad or live on base, the Andrews Labor Government’s Victorian Budget 2017/18 includes..

The Andrews Labor Government will ensure Melbourne remains the global home of sport and entertainment, by giving Melbourne Park the best facilities in the world. Treasurer Tim Pallas and Minister for Sport John Eren today announced $271.55 million to complete the third stage of the..

In a win for Victoria, Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) has chosen Melbourne as the home for its Australian headquarters, joining the growing list of international companies establishing head offices in Victoria. Meeting with representatives from Indonesia’s financial regulator Otoritas Jasa Keuangan (OJK) and BNI, Treasurer..

  New parents and their babies in Werribee will receive even more support under an expansion of the Maternal Child Health Service. Tim Pallas, Member for Werribee today announced that 37,000 families will now be able to rely on expanded Enhanced Maternal and Child Health..

Victoria is once again the only jurisdiction in Australia with above trend economic growth and improving momentum, according to the latest ANZ Stateometer report. The ANZ Stateometer report says Victoria’s strong result was due to solid labour market conditions, strong housing market and finance commitments,..

What’s on in Wangaratta over Easter: Brown Brothers Easter Festival,15 to 16 April 2017 Relaxing day in the gardens of the Brown Brothers Winery at Milawa.  Heaps of activities and fun for the whole family.  Including jumping castles, four course lunch at Patricia’s Table and..

  Vulnerable families in the Werribee electorate are set to benefit from a new intensive family and early parenting support program. Member for Werribee, Tim Pallas announced the Andrews Labor Government is investing $789,921 over two years in The Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency’s Werribee..

The Andrews Labor Government is searching for outstanding people who empower and support Victorians with a disability. Nominations are now open for this year’s Victorian Disability Awards and called for people to help recognise those leading the way in creating a fairer, more inclusive community…

  The Andrews Labor Government today announced that a consortium headlined by John Holland and CPB Contractors has been selected to build the West Gate Tunnel Project. The selection of a design and builder follows an extensive competitive process with the world’s most experienced constructors…

Everyone in the Werribee electorate – no matter their age or ability – are being challenged to improve their fitness and health and commit to 30 minutes of physical activity a day in April. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today called on all Victorians to..

  On 15 March I joined the Minister for Families and Children Jenny Mikakos and Wyndham Mayor Henry Barlow to announce a new location for a youth justice facility. The new location is west of Werribee, in the vicinity of CherryCreek. Last month, the Government..

Mr PALLAS (Treasurer) — It gives me great pleasure to rise to speak about the impact of the Fair Work Commission decision on Sunday penalty rates on Victorian workers and the Victorian economy…. This decision comes against a backdrop of annual wage growth of 1.9 per cent,..