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Being creative and recycling quarry land

by Lewis Hill | 27 Oct 2022

VIDEO: A disused quarry in the Otway Ranges is being transformed into a creative space to inspire future generations of architects and designers.

Exterior photograph of Clunes Town Hall, a two story cream building with arches windows and a clock at the top  

Clunes in the good books

by Regional Development Victoria | 13 Oct 2022

Located halfway between Ballarat and Maryborough, Clunes’ Town Hall is continuing to make a positive impact on the town’s community spirit.

Photograph of Adjunct Associate Professor Helen Frazer standing at a podium in front of a microphone smiling  

Transforming breast cancer screening with artificial intelligence

by Editor | 11 Oct 2022

Computers that can quickly and accurately identify cancer patterns have the potential to save lives and transform the breast screening process.

Side by side pf two photos - on the left is Lana Russel outside smiling on a sunny day, on the right is Lee Manning in front of an SES truck and holding her SES uniform  

Celebrating Australasian Women in Emergencies Day

by Agriculture Victoria | 10 Oct 2022

Today, on Australasian Women in Emergencies Day, we're honouring the valuable contribution of women in emergency management and disaster resilience.

Exterior photograph of Warrenbayne Hall, a cream coloured building on a sunny day  

Local hall lifts community spirit

by Regional Development Victoria | 5 Oct 2022

With just over 150 residents, Warrenbayne’s tight-knit community is brought together through the revamp of its community hall.

Truck driving through a mine  

Building a lab to shine a light on dark matter

by Regional Development Victoria | 3 Oct 2022

Adapt and overcome was the motto of the team from HTROON constructions, which last month handed over the keys to the Stawell Underground Physics Lab.

Photo of Carlton AFLW player Lucy McEvoy outside on a sunny day about to catch a yellow football that is mid air  

Zena Sport gearing up inclusive protection for athletes

by Editor | 28 Sep 2022

When former AFL player Brad Johnson and partner Donna Johnson noticed a lack of protective gear for female athletes, they decided to fill the gap.

Interior photograph of band performing on stage under red lights with an audience sitting at dining tables watching  

Lauriston Hall better than ever

by Regional Development Victoria | 26 Sep 2022

The Lauriston Hall has been serving the local community for almost 100 years with recent upgrades providing more ways to connect.

An exterior group shot at the opening of the portable animal health testing laboratory in Dili  

Australian lab operating in Timor-Leste a winner for animal health

by Agriculture Victoria | 20 Sep 2022

In Timor-Leste, Agriculture Victoria is helping to safe-guard Australia from international biosecurity risks – and it’s already paying dividends.

Exterior photograph of the Garvoc Community on a sunny day  

Garvoc pays tribute to CFA volunteer who campaigned for new community hall

by Regional Development Victoria | 19 Sep 2022

A Victorian community pays tribute to former CFA volunteer who campaigned for a new community hub following the 2018 St Patrick Day bushfires.

 

Honouring our unsung heroes – sports volunteers

by Editor | 15 Sep 2022

VIDEO: There’s a real magic about community sport and active recreation, but the magic wouldn’t happen without community sport volunteers.

View from high up, looking down over the Bundy Hall and land surrounding as the sun rises on the horizon  

Community hall instrumental to live music in Gippsland

by Regional Development Victoria | 14 Sep 2022

What started as a small hall in the middle of a cow paddock is now turning Victoria’s country live music scene on its head.

Local Jobs First Commissioner, Moana Weir smiling at the camera  

Commissioner pursues a fair playing field in tricky times

by Jobs Victoria | 30 Aug 2022

Fairness starts with listening for Victoria’s new Local Jobs First Commissioner, Moana Weir.

View of Greensborough Hockey Club Pavillion  

Building community through sport in Greensborough

by Local Government Victoria | 22 Aug 2022

Find out how a new multi-purpose pavilion is transforming hockey and connecting community. 

Collage of three photos featuring: Victoria Fitzgerald, Rami Eid and Jessica Hunt  

Careers STEM from curiosity

by Lewis Hill | 17 Aug 2022

For National Science Week 2022, six scientists working across the resources sector highlight what inspired them and their careers.

Neil with his FC Holden purchased in 1998, nearly identical to his first Holden purchased in 1965.  

Holden’s history and legacy lives on in Gippsland

by Regional Development Victoria | 15 Aug 2022

The story behind the Trafalgar Holden Museum in central Gippsland started off with one man and his shed of Holden heritage motor cars.

Euroa Community Cinema post refurbishments  

A small-town cinema making a big difference

by Regional Development Victoria | 10 Aug 2022

A cinema in the rural town of Euroa in the state’s north-east is a beloved venue that unites the community and brings people together. 

Photo of various people walking through an immersive light installation  

A unique immersive experience shows the natural world at night

by Editor | 8 Aug 2022

Tyama is an exciting new multisensory exhibition, developed by Museums Victoria exclusively for Melbourne Museum.

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Geelong Convention and Event Centre to reflect Wadawurrung culture and the beauty of the waterfront

VIDEO: The designs and name of the much-anticipated Geelong Convention and Event Centre have been revealed.

Render of the exterior aerial view of the Geelong Convention and Event Centre at sunset

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