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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Club redevelopment buoys Lake Eildon charm
Goughs Bay Boat Sport and Recreation Club has transformed their lakeside bistro, dining and function areas

Small Business Bus marks 15 years of support
Celebrating 15 years of hitting the road for Victorian small businesses.

Pit building shifts up a gear for Formula 1 fans and Albert Park locals
The redevelopment will deliver new community sporting facilities for the public and transform the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix.

Bea-ewe-tiful! Abattoir expansion creates jobs in Stawell
Thomas Foods International increases production to cement its place as a leader in Victoria's lamb market.

40,000 tradies qualified and providing skilled work in Victoria
Our housing, transport and energy needs are creating demand for thousands more tradespeople.

Learn Local provides pathway into care sector jobs
Almost 80% of the graduates from diverse cultures have found a job in the care sector.

Victoria’s first all-electric TAFE campus opens in Collingwood
Melbourne Polytechnic’s campus has been transformed into a modern TAFE precinct powered by 100% renewable energy.

Nominations open for the 2025 Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards
15 award categories available for individuals and companies.

Fund supports tourism in regional Victoria
Grants between $100,000 and $5 million have been announced.

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.