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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News
08 April 2024
Two hands placing a hearing aid into the ear of a woman

Victorian research finds hearing aids boost brain function

Hearing aid users experience benefits to their brain function according to new results from Victorian medical researchers.

Article
04 April 2024
Two people dressed as characters from Possum Magic hugging

Get creative these holidays

School holidays can be an expensive time, but when you live in the creative state, you don’t have to spend big to keep the kids entertained.

Article
26 March 2024
Three children sitting in a field with faces painted as bunnies holding Easter eggs

Visit regional Victoria this Easter

The Easter holidays are a great time to get out and explore our wonderful state. Head to Bells Beach for the iconic Rip Curl Pro, cheer on the runners at the Stawell Gift or step back in time for a ride on a heritage steam train.

Article
20 March 2024
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Elite wheelchair athletes take Melbourne by storm

The Wheelchair Rugby National League Melbourne Invitational returned to the city’s west for a battle of the best.

News
12 March 2024
Two female students smiling

Victoria’s biggest VET student survey is underway

Almost 180,000 students are being asked to provide feedback on their course through the Student Satisfaction Survey, the biggest survey of its kind in Victoria.

Article
28 February 2024
Staff member with stethoscope listening to chest of baby in baby seat in the back of the patient transport

Health Select Services transports regional communities to better health

Jeanette Cunningham from Health Select Services strives to make a difference to the health of regional and rural Victorians in a big way.

News
23 February 2024
Two women looking at each other in a corporate environment while one holds a piece of paper

Make a difference to Victoria’s training and skills system

The Victorian Government invites applications for part-time positions on TAFE Boards.

Article
20 February 2024
Rebecca Hope standing outside smiling with arms wide open, holding onto a railing

The ability to embrace disability

Rebecca Hope, Victorian Trainee of the Year 2023, shares how having a disability is a strength.

Article
15 February 2024
Lisa Gorman creating her artwork

Australian art and fashion icons unite for new exhibition

Lisa Gorman + Mirka Mora: To breathe with the rhythm of the heart, at Warrnambool Art Gallery, brings two Australian fashion and art icons together.

Article
13 February 2024
Football oval with video play button in centre

New era beckons at Kardinia Park

Kardinia Park’s redevelopment keeps the stadium as Australia’s best regional sports and entertainment venue, delivering over 120 local building jobs.

Article
08 February 2024
Crowd looking through shelves of records and a yellow sign in the background that reads independent music exchange

Changing the Record: Bridget Small

The Eighty-Six music festival, held last year, was a celebration of the music scene of Melbourne’s northern suburbs, and a boost for local businesses.

Article
06 February 2024
Tally Shed President in a shed, behind a wooden chair

Better off sheds

Building upgrades are helping the Tallygaroopna and Rosedale Men’s Sheds welcome more members and better support their local communities.

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