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COASTCARE GRANTS NOW OPEN FOR LOCAL VOLUNTEER GROUPS

Local coastal volunteer and community groups have an opportunity to share in nearly $650,000 thanks to the Victorian Government’s Coastcare Victoria Community Grants Program. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced applications for the 2021 program are now open, with funding available to support large and..

VIC BUDGET 2021/22 CREATING JOBS, CARING FOR WERRIBEE

The Andrews Labor Government is creating jobs and caring for the people of Werribee. The Victorian Budget 2021/22 will support an average of 38,000 jobs every year over the next four years, while also investing in the care, services and infrastructure our community needs. Melbourne’s..

EXPERTS TO LEAD INDEPENDENT REVIEW OF WILDLIFE ACT

Member for Werribee Tim Pallas is encouraging all Victorians to have their say on an expert review of Victoria’s Wildlife Act 1975. An expert advisory panel appointed by the Andrews Labor Government is embarking on a comprehensive review of the Act to ensure it is..

SUPPORTING WYNDHAM FAMILIES IN FINANCIAL STRESS

The Andrews Labor Government is helping families experiencing financial stress in Wyndham with the expansion of the Good Money program, which delivers no-interest loans and financial advice – providing a safe alternative to dodgy payday lenders and loan sharks. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today..

MORE SUPPORT TO MAKE SCHOOLS INCLUSIVE FOR ALL STUDENTS

The Andrews Labor Government is helping more schools build inclusive play areas, sensory gardens and outdoor learning areas to support students with disabilities and additional needs. In total there are 74 projects across the state that will share in over $12.5 million under Round 6..

SUPPORTING TRADITIONAL OWNERS TO CARE FOR COUNTRY

The Andrews Labor Government is supporting Aboriginal Victorians to care for Country in Wyndham with a $22.6 million investment to reinvigorate Traditional Owner-led cultural land and fire management practices. As part of the Victorian Budget 2021/22, the funding will support Aboriginal Victorians to implement the..

RECORD INVESTMENT TO PROTECT VICTORIA FROM BUSHFIRE RISK

The Andrews Labor Government recently unveiled a record funding package to protect local communities, including in Werribee, across the state – aimed at reducing bushfire risk for the longer, hotter fire seasons to come. As part of the Victorian Budget 2021/22, a $517 million investment..

EVEN MORE WERRIBEE CLUBS SCORE SPORTS GRANTS

Five additional grassroots sport clubs and organisations in Werribee are set to bolster their coaching skills, administration expertise, or score new sports equipment thanks to a share in more than $4,200 from the Victorian Government. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today announced the latest successful..

MEMBERS STATEMENT: WERRIBEE ELECTORATE SCHOOLS

MR PALLAS (Werribee—Treasurer, Minister for Economic Development, Minister for Industrial Relations) (09:36): I rise to update the house on my recent visit to Woodville Primary School and Wyndham Vale Primary School in my electorate of Werribee. Students at Woodville Primary School participated in the Andrews..

WERRIBEE CLUBS SCORE SPORTS GRANTS

An additional seven grassroots sport clubs and organisations in the Werribee District are set to bolster their coaching skills, administration expertise, or score new sports equipment thanks to a share in more than $16,000 from the Victorian Government. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today announced..

UPGRADING AND IMPROVING VICTORIAN KINDERS

The Andrews Labor Government is helping Wyndham kindergartens upgrade and improve their facilities and giving them access to the latest technology. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today encouraged local councils and not-for-profit organisations delivering funded kindergarten programs to apply for a grant as part of..

KICKING IN FOR COUNTRY FOOTY AND NETBALL IN WERRIBEE

With regional football and netball back bigger and better than ever, the Victorian Government is proud to be kicking in $5 million to support clubs in Werribee District grow and sustain participation and help communities thrive through the Country Football and Netball Program. Member for..

HELPING WYNDHAM STAY SAFE AND STAY OPEN

Wyndham businesses will soon get specialist advice on staying safe and staying open through 2021 thanks to new funding from the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Local Government Shaun Leane has announced Wyndham will receive $170,000 to keep local businesses and local people safe. Wyndham..

FURTHER BOOST FOR WERRIBEE CAMPING AND CARAVAN PARKS

Popular caravan and camping destinations in Werribee will share $2.04 million in Round 3 of the Andrews Labor Government’s Camping and Caravan Grants to upgrade and improve the visitor experience. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today announced the third round of grants were open for..

AWARDS RECOGNISE WYNDHAM EARLY YEARS PROFESSIONALS

Victorians can nominate an individual, early childhood service or organisation in for a Victorian Early Years Award to recognise the outstanding work of early years professionals to improve the lives of chil-dren and their families. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas today announced nominations are open..

AUSTRALIAN-FIRST ACADEMY FOR OUR BEST TEACHERS

Teachers from Werribee will benefit from a brand-new multi-site academy of teaching and leadership excellence, as Victoria leads the way in raising the bar on teacher quality. Member for Werribee Tim Pallas announced the Andrews Labor Government will invest $148.2 million in establishing the Victorian..

$2.55 MILLION IN GRANTS FOR VICTORIA’S ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEERS

Member for Werribee Tim Pallas is encouraging environmental volunteers in Werribee to apply for grants to support their work in protecting and restoring our land and natural environment. Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change, Lily D’Ambrosio opened the latest round of the Victorian Landcare..

MINISTERS STATEMENT: ECONOMY

MR PALLAS (Werribee—Treasurer, Minister for Economic Development, Minister for Industrial Relations) (11:39): It is an exciting time to be a Victorian, with the state’s economy rebounding out of the pandemic with the fastest growth rate of any of the states. Business conditions are up, with..