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Support for flood-affected businesses and farmers
Primary producers and small businesses across Victoria affected by the devastating floods will be supported by grants to help kickstart their relief effort.

New grant program to equip manufacturers with digital skills
A new grant program will help Victorian manufactures develop the digital capabilities they need to maintain their competitive advantage by providing free training to employees.

Bendigo set to bowl over the Commonwealth
Bendigo Bowls Club has hosted its fair share of world-class events but it’s particularly excited to be among the first venues chosen the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

The State of Play Attitudinal Survey is now open
The State of Play Attitudinal Survey is taking the pulse of the state on certain topics, to help shape the future of sport and active recreation in Victoria – and you’re invited to have your say.

Faster broadband for outer suburbs and regions
Faster broadband is coming to outer suburban Melbourne and regional Victoria over the next three years, with more than 130,000 businesses and households set to benefit from digital upgrades through the $250 million Connecting Victoria broadband program.

More kombucha on the way in Dandenong
Australia’s largest kombucha maker Remedy Drinks has opened a new facility, housing the company’s research and development, manufacturing, warehousing and distribution operations.

Charging up more electric vehicles in Victoria
JET Charge, a local electric vehicle (EV) charging company is expanding its operations in the Fishermans Bend precinct and growing its charging network across the state.

Future of hockey in good Stead
The announcement of Stead Park as a 2026 Commonwealth Games host venue has local hockey legends in Geelong excited for future generations of their game.

Boosting mobile connectivity across Victoria
We are fast-tracking the delivery of improved mobile services to better connect Victorians living and working in more than 1,200 suburbs and towns across the state.

Free WiFi in Cremorne to drive innovation
We are partnering with Yarra City Council to deliver six smart poles across Cremorne, with one of the poles to service the home of the new Cremorne Digital Hub in Balmain Street.