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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Australian-first sick pay guarantee for casual workers
Victorians who work in casual or other insecure jobs will no longer be forced to choose between a day’s pay and looking after their health thanks to the Victorian Sick Pay Guarantee.
Victorian and Senior Travel Vouchers
Victorians have the chance to snap up one of 150,000 travel vouchers, with the popular scheme returning as part of a $200 million business stimulus package to support local economies and jobs.
New funding to support Victoria’s medtech manufacturers
A new Victorian Government grant program will help grow medical technology (medtech) production in Victoria, creating new high-skill jobs and cementing the state’s reputation as a global leader in healthcare innovation.
Blood donors sought for new COVID-19 research biobank
Calling out for Victorians willing to roll up their sleeves and donate blood for a research initiative into COVID-19.
Gippsland’s new home for performing arts
The Gippsland Performing Arts Centre and surrounding creative precinct will electrify the region’s arts scene and provide world-class training opportunities.
Turning Marvel Stadium into one of world’s best sports and entertainment destinations
The Victorian Government is funding a $225 million upgrade of Marvel Stadium in Melbourne’s Docklands, creating a one-of-a-kind venue that will continue to attract some of the biggest and best events.
North Melbourne scores big with Arden Street Redevelopment
Arden Street Redevelopment is an enhancement for North Melbourne Football Club, adding advanced facilities that will help grow women’s football.
Victorian startup sector awarded for innovation success
Victoria’s brightest minds have been honoured at the inaugural 2021 Governor of Victoria Startup Awards.
Fund manager named to back Victorian startups
A new fund manager has been named to run the Victorian Startup Capital Fund (VSCF).
New defence centre to bring hundreds of jobs to Greater Geelong
Avalon will soon be home to a major defence manufacturing facility, bringing more than 300 new jobs to the Geelong region.
Creating a world-class innovation precinct in the heart of Melbourne
On the doorstep of Melbourne’s CBD, a new innovation precinct will put Fishermans Bend and Victoria at the forefront of global advanced manufacturing, engineering and design innovation.
White Night to shine bright in Shepparton in 2022
Tens of thousands of visitors are expected to flock to Shepparton later in the year, when White Night lights up the city for the first time.