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Image of steam over bamboo trays. Text overlay - Chefs out West  

Around the world on a plate in Maribyrnong

by Georgina Jerums | 5 Oct 2021

Get a taste of cuisines from around the globe in Melbourne’s west.

Kathrin Longhurst with her portrait of Kate Ceberano  

Face to face: the Archibald goes to Gippsland

by Georgina Jerums | 30 Sep 2021

In a coup for regional Victoria, Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale will host the Archibald Prize 2021 from 8 October.

Person holding a handful of a mix of green and dark olives  

The good oil: Corio’s Cobram Estate Olives pumps up export arm

by Georgina Jerums | 22 Sep 2021

Australia’s largest olive oil producer, headquartered in Corio, is making inroads into Japan, Korea, and the US.

Image of Celina Clarke. Celina is wearing a black jacket and smiling at the camera.  

Meet the Chair of the Victorian Premier’s Design Awards

by Georgina Jerums | 6 Sep 2021

Celina Clarke has been in the design business for over thirty years and says the awards create a benchmark for design excellence.

Maddy outside near colourful flowers  

Maddy’s dream job delivers training, experience and security

by Jobs Victoria | 31 Aug 2021

Maddy Gallagher found herself stuck at a crossroads after finishing Year 12, but she’s now got a job that she loves.

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Meet Victorian Agriculture and Climate Change Council Chair, Alexandra Gartmann

by Georgina Jerums | 26 Aug 2021

How do you help make farming profitable as climate change impacts? That’s the challenge tackled by Victoria’s Agriculture & Climate Change Council.

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From the ground up: Ballarat’s Laura Chibnall takes out top mining award

by Georgina Jerums | 23 Aug 2021

We profile Laura Chibnall who is this year’s Minerals Council of Australia Exceptional Woman in Resources for Victoria.

Drone equipment  

Family business SYPAQ is right at home in Fishermans Bend

by Hayley Ricketson | 19 Aug 2021

David Vicino speaks about family and work as if they’re one and the same – because for his family-owned business, they are.

Aerial view of the Metung hot springs  

Interest heating up in Gippsland’s geothermal potential

by Earth Resources | 17 Aug 2021

A new hot springs resort and swimming pool are highlighting the potential of naturally heated water sitting under Gippsland.

Image of Jennie Pryce in a hallway, smiling and wearing a blue jacket  

Healthier cows for a sustainable future

by Agriculture Victoria | 16 Aug 2021

Agriculture Victoria scientists are helping dairy farmers to breed ‘environmentally friendly’ cows.

Photo of Del Delpitiya with farm in the background  

Paying it forward: meet the Sri Lankan migrant helping farmers get the workers they need

by Georgina Jerums | 9 Aug 2021

Helping struggling Victorian farmers recruit and retain thousands of workers during harvest is keeping Del Delpitiya busy during the pandemic.

Members of the Papua New Guinea Women’s Association of Victoria, Sister’s Connection  

Connecting through cooking and craft

by Office for Suburban Development | 3 Aug 2021

A group of Papua New Guinean women are building a better support network, thanks to a program of events funded through the Let’s Stay Connected Fund.

Family of four reading books. Parents wearing masks.  

One year on - reflections on COVID-19 in a Museums Victoria showcase

by Office for Suburban Development | 28 Jul 2021

A digital snapshot of stories collected across the suburbs of Melbourne in the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Image of Karliegh in the farm paddock with her three dogs.  

Farmer wants a bookkeeper

by Agriculture Victoria | 22 Jul 2021

How online learning is helping Victoria’s young farmers secure their future in agriculture.

Gillian and Ruby painting a tree together  

Community minded: Frankston North project combats loneliness during lockdown

by Georgina Jerums | 12 Jul 2021

An art workshop by Big hART funded through a Victorian Government grant has connected generations in meaningful and lasting ways.

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The magic of Disney comes alive at ACMI

by Georgina Jerums | 28 Jun 2021

VIDEO: A new exhibition of all your favourite Disney characters is now showing at Federation Square.

The team with their new uniforms  

Kensington Colts Junior Basketball Club players sport a new look

by Editor | 21 Jun 2021

Colts players in top gear with a Sporting Club Grant funding boost.

Soccer players training with bright lights  

Funding boost lights up Waverley City Soccer Club

by Editor | 21 Jun 2021

Waverley City Soccer Club will have a new home ground advantage for the growing number of football participants within the community.

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