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Five Star paddlesteamer to propel Murray tourism

PS Australian Star has officially launched - the largest paddlesteamer in the southern hemisphere.

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Puffing Billy delivers joy, inclusion and belonging for Variety families

Unlimited Adventure at Puffing Billy Railway was a fun-filled day of activities and connection.

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Building Victoria’s next generation of AI talent

The new Digital Jobs – AI Career Conversion program provides targeted training to upskill workers to transition into specialist AI roles.

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A recipe for new food manufacturing jobs in Melbourne’s north

Three Victorian food manufacturers (That's Amore Cheese, Mr Pitta and Picnic Foods) are expanding operations in Melbourne’s north.

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