News and articles
News of major activities and announcements from across the department, plus articles featuring the people, projects and programs driving economic growth and prosperity across Victoria.
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New TAFE Health and Community Centre of Excellence opens in Broadmeadows
A new healthcare and community services training centre has opened at Kangan Institute. It delivers modern facilities for students. It is also a hub for Victoria’s healthcare sector and the TAFE network to innovate.

Local startup a magnet for innovation and jobs
Kite Magnetics is expanding its advanced manufacturing capabilities right here in Victoria, thanks to support from the Victorian Government.

Yayoi Kusama at the NGV
What’s beautiful, covered in spots and a must-see on Melbourne’s creative calendar? NGV’s latest blockbuster exhibition Yayoi Kusama, of course.

Work begins on health and learning hub in Castlemaine
Bendigo TAFE’s new Community Health and Learning Hub to provide healthcare training facilities.

A golden ticket to Nestlé’s Broadford factory
Production of Nestlé’s popular Allen’s lollies has moved to regional Victoria proving Australia’s ongoing nostalgia for these sweet treats.

ParagonCare's new global headquarters
Victorians will have greater access to life-saving healthcare with a new, expanded blood reagent manufacturing facility in Melbourne's south-east.

Meet the Phillip Island man delivering free 3D printed hands to the world
Phillip Island engineer Mat Bowtell has turned his skills to creating free 3D hands for children and adults.

Extending the branches of regional Victoria’s olive industry
What makes regional Victoria a prime location for olive production? We speak with Cobram Estate Olives’ Joint CEO Leandro Ravetti to find out.

New TAFE Centre of Excellence for Housing and Construction
A new national hub for training and innovation in the building sector is coming to Melbourne Polytechnic.

Building a strong and secure medical research workforce in Victoria
We’re providing significant support for the state’s health and medical researchers, with a new workforce action plan backed by almost $3 million in funding.

Sport shining in Sunraysia
Mildura's new sporting precinct is fast developing a reputation as one our state’s most popular and versatile sport and entertainment venues.

Victorian Economic Growth Statement released
The Economic Growth Statement is the result of collaboration with business and industry in Victoria.