Minister for Creative Industries Martin Foley today announced $455,226 in the latest round of Film Victoria’s production investment funding towards diverse projects, ranging from an animated sketch show to a documentary about an Australian Olympic champion. Mr. Foley explained that this translates to seven new Victorian film, television and web projects that will get off…
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Aboriginal Flag to permanently fly over Victoria’s Parliament House
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Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews Beginning today, the Aboriginal flag will permanently fly over Victoria’s Parliament House Australian and Victorian State flag acknowledging the Traditional Owners of the land, and the continued strength of Aboriginal identity. “Aboriginal people are the Traditional Owners of this country. It’s only right that we acknowledge their continued connection as the…
New Melbourne Market in Epping
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The Andrews Labor Government has welcomed the opening of Victoria’s new purpose built wholesale fruit, vegetable and flower market in Epping, in Melbourne’s north. “The Andrews Labor Government is supporting Victorian growers, wholesalers and retailers to buy and sell the freshest horticultural produce all year round. We welcome the opening of the new Melbourne Market.”…
Vic Govt. provides $250000 to National Vietnam Veterans Museum
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The National Vietnam Veterans Museum in Phillip Island welcomes some 20,000 visitors every year, and it’s mainly thanks to 20 years of veteran donations and volunteer work. Minister for Veterans John Eren announced that the Labor Government is providing $250,000 so that the venue can protect the memories that are forever etched in our national…
Vic Government introduces new drunk-drug driving laws
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Natalie Hutchins, Victorian Acting Minister for Roads and Road Safety, announced two new offenses for drink-drug driving will come into force on 1 August 2015. “The Andrews Labor Government is cracking down on idiotic drink and drug drivers to make our roads safer and to help reduce road trauma.” Ms Hutchins commented. Ms Hutchins explained…
Origin 2 crowd set to eclipse Origin 1 crowd
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According to Minister for Sport, Tourism and Major Events, John Eren the MCG is preparing to host the latest installment of what is one of the most intense rivalries in Australian sport when Queensland and New South Wales meet for Game Two of the 2015 NRL State of Origin on Wednesday, June 17. Eren added…
Extra Locomotive added to Albury Line
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The Andrews Labor Government has that an extra V/Line locomotive is being converted to standard gauge to improve the reliability of train services on the Albury line. Minister for Public Transport, Jacinta Allan explained that there are currently only three standard gauge locomotives available to haul trains on the Albury line. Routine maintenance means one…
Melbourne Cup on the Road to UAE and Turkey
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The Melbourne Cup is currently on a road trip to the Middle East and Turkey, the Minister for Small Business, Innovation and Trade, Adem Somyurek announced recently that the Cup will be displayed at the Put Victoria On Your Table event in Dubai on 8 February and a business networking reception in Istanbul, Turkey, on…
Scammers targeting Victorians with ABS Scam
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The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is advising the Victorian community to be aware of a scam which tries to obtain personal and financial information over the phone. “The scam is a concern because it is seeking to obtain personal and financial information purporting to be from, or representing, the ABS,” said ABS Chief Operating…
Year 9 Students to receive First Aid Training under Coalition Government
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Premier Denis Napthine recently announced that under a re-elected Coalition Government, there would be First aid training for Year 9 students will be introduced into all Victorian secondary schools at a cost of $20.9 million. Dr Napthine said teaching students how to respond to medical emergencies will build confidence and resilience, as well as delivering…