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Increased flights to Melbourne from one of China’s largest airlines will bring more visitors, enable more exports and create more jobs.

Victoria’s capacity to produce leading technological advancements and product innovation across key industry sectors is set to expand, thanks to a new Victorian Government research and development (R&D) fund.

Victorian tech companies and entrepreneurs looking to develop their products for a global market are set to benefit from a new round of funding under a partnership with Israel.

Visitor spend in Victoria has hit a record high of $35 billion annually, reaching the 2024 tourism target outlined in the Visitor Economy Recovery and Reform Plan more than a year ahead of schedule.

From 6 to 11 June 2023, Victoria hosted a diverse and dynamic group of scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians from Australia, India, Japan and the United States for the inaugural Quad Fellowship Summit.

A bumper line-up of events across Greater Melbourne will attract more visitors, boost employment, and support local businesses.

The next generation of skilled local workers are being given the opportunity to kick-start their careers and pick up crucial industry skills on high-value projects.

Victoria’s status as a global leader in medical technology is set to grow with the establishment of an Australian-first hub for skills and device development.

The Victorian Government is supporting the state’s workforce as we move towards net zero by 2045, releasing a 10-year clean economy plan to create the training and skills opportunities for workers, businesses, and industry.

Finalists for this year’s Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards feature some of Victoria’s most accomplished, innovative, and visionary manufacturing businesses and individuals.

A new wetlands precinct in the Loddon-Mallee region is set to attract more visitors, delivering a major tourism boost and creating more local jobs.

Leading Victorian startups and entrepreneurs, including those transforming traditional industries like banking and legal wills, have been honoured at the Governor of Victoria Startup Awards.