News and articles
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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Transforming lives with $650,000 for a national cystic fibrosis research centre
Victoria now has Australia’s first research centre to support people with cystic fibrosis.

Creating modular worker homes for Hopetoun
New worker accommodation will help Rural Northwest Health’s service delivery in the Wimmera.

Building community trust in healthcare to help protect babies from RSV
As the most common cause of hospitalisation in babies, MCRI's study is looking at RSV infections during pregnancy.

New study tackles concussion in kids
$450,000 for a pilot clinic that treats mild traumatic brain injuries with a new care-based model.

$500,000 in community grants for international students to make a splash
16 organisations will receive funding through the Study Melbourne Inclusion Program.

William Angliss Institute students bake delicious hot cross buns
The annual Bun Day is a real-life baking experience for students while contributing to charity.

Victorian startups worth $132 billion
The 2024 Victorian Startup Growth Report reveals Victoria is on track to be one of the world’s leading startup hubs within the next five years.

New members of the Multicultural Business Ministerial Council appointed
They will provide advice on key issues that affect multicultural businesses

Work begins on Clean Energy Centre at TAFE Gippsland
The new centre at TAFE Gippsland’s Morwell campus will help meet the state's transition to clean energy.

Oscar-winning visual effects company Wētā FX expands in Victoria
Wētā FX has worked on blockbuster films including The Lord of the Rings trilogy and Avatar: The Way of Water.

Health Summit strengthens Melbourne’s global medical research reputation
1000 expected to attend the Global Hepatitis Summit 2027.

Construction begins on Twelve Apostles Visitor Experience Centre
The centrepiece of the $126 million Twelve Apostles Precinct Redevelopment and a gateway to Shipwreck Coast.