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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News
14 February 2025
Corner view of new building at Kangan Institute, Building has name Health and Community Centre of Excellence

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.

News
05 February 2025
Kite Magnetics' logo on a mechanical component

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.

Article
03 February 2025
View of the Kusama immersive and colourful artwork with youtube play button

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.

News
28 January 2025
A group of people wearing safety gear, including high-visibility vests and hard hats in a building's interior that is under renovation.

Work begins on health and learning hub in Castlemaine

Bendigo TAFE’s new Community Health and Learning Hub to provide healthcare training facilities.

Article
09 January 2025
Snake lollies on conveyor belt in factory

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.

News
08 January 2025
Photo of doctors in scrubs wheeling a trolley down a corridor

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.

Article
07 January 2025
Photo of a young child with a prosthetic hand playing with a small dog

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.

Article
07 January 2025
Interior of olive oil factory with vats and pipes

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.

News
20 December 2024
Workers in a factory

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.

News
19 December 2024
Female scientist wearing PPE inside a lab

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.

Article
16 December 2024
Photo of a team using the new six-court indoor multi-sport stadium in Mildura

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.

News
11 December 2024
Photo of the Melbourne skyline during the day

Victorian Economic Growth Statement released

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

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