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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Finalists Announced for Learn Local Awards 2024
Students, teachers and Learn Local providers will be recognised for their inspirational efforts in adult and community education in Victoria at this year’s Learn Local Awards.
Victoria's Skillaroos fly the green and gold in France
Victoria’s top apprentices, trainees and vocational students recently represented Australia on the world stage and put their skills to the test at the 47th WorldSkills Competition.
Things to do across Victoria these school holidays
From historic experiences to exciting stargazing adventures, there are plenty of ways to have fun these school holidays across Victoria.
More Victorians enrolling in Free TAFE and subsidised training
The report released today by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research shows Victoria’s enrolments in state-subsidised courses were 10.4% higher in the first quarter of 2024 than at the same time last year.
New Beginnings: Jack's Story of Resilience in Melbourne
Moving to a new city can be daunting, but for Jack Zhou, a native of China, Melbourne became a place of new beginnings and unexpected opportunities.
Free TAFE is changing lives
There are some people you meet who have a talent for making everyone they talk to feel at ease with their infectious warmth and positivity. Diana Pasos is one of them.
More support for Victoria’s Tiny Towns
Round 2 of the $20 million Tiny Towns Fund is now open. Grants between $5,000 and $50,000 will support projects that will benefit locals and attract visitors to Victorian towns of less than 5,000 people.
Upgraded hub for Victoria's international students
The renovated Study Melbourne Hub has re-opened in the city for international students.
Western Bulldogs’ kennel better than ever at Whitten Oval
The elite redevelopment of the iconic Whitten Oval and home of the Western Bulldogs is now complete – with the unveiling of the final stage which will support the club for generations to come.
Life-saving medical discovery centre cements construction milestone
A new centre for medical research is making life-saving and ground-breaking scientific discoveries.
The Bellarine Railway is on track for the future
Infrastructure upgrades have secured the 145-year-old railway’s future, helping volunteers create an unforgettable visitor experience.
Help shape our future Creative State
Now’s the time to provide ideas and insights about the state’s creative sector for the new creative industries strategy.