News and articles
News and articles
Latest news and announcements from the department, showcasing the people, projects and programs that make Victoria the best place to live, work, stay, experience, invest and study
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Tourism projects move closer to investment across Victoria
From spa days to high action adventure, projects in Hepburn Springs, Mornington Peninsula, Red Hill and Gippsland are one step closer to investment.
Melbourne Global Exchange 2026 set to bring world-class events to the city
Melbourne will host a fortnight of major events from 31 August to 11 September bringing together global leaders in business, sport, government and industry.
Nyaal Banyul welcomes more than 12,000 visitors in first month
Fifteen events across community, business and conference sectors has helped put Geelong and the Bellarine in the spotlight
Better career opportunities for Victorians with disability in Geelong
Four major employers have signed the Geelong Inclusive Employment Compact.
Local workers celebrate Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium completion
Emma Middleton, from the Warragul business Bucknall Electrical, is one of a few apprentices who worked on the stadium.
Victoria’s top tourism towns and tour guide for 2026
Echuca, Portarlington and Portsea have won Victoria’s top tourism town awards for 2026. Jools De Loryn from Go West Tours has won Victoria's top tour guide.
Upgrades to Wilsons Prom are making waves
The Tidal River Visitor Centre is now open. It's just one of the upgrades across the Prom giving visitors to Gippsland more reasons to stay and explore this part of the world.
Helping Victorian workers build AI skills through the Skills Solutions Partnerships program
Four projects from Round 3 will share $1.2 million to upskill workers in artificial intelligence and improve workplace safety.
Heavy lifters, local Ballarat business helps upgrade Mars Stadium
Plinius Engineering has created 14 extra jobs and is responsible for providing new steel structures.
Victoria tourism hits record $40 billion for the economy
New Tourism Research Australia data reveals that Victoria's tourism industry contributes $40 billion to the state's economy.
Tourism investment to support growth across the Barwon South region
Three tourism projects across Barwon South are one step closer to investment, thanks to the Enabling Tourism Fund.
More funding support for Victorian medical researchers
Grants have been awarded to 14 projects across 9 institutions.