After a heartbreaking start to 2020 for Adam, things are finally turning around.
Adam working with Miepol
The Economy
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Ron Gauci, CEO of the Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA)
Technology, the essential worker
We speak to a tech-industry expert to understand the essential role technology has played in ushering us through coronavirus (COVID-19).
Scientists working on a vaccine
Melbourne medical precinct hosts world-first clinical trial for coronavirus vaccine
Victorian company Nucleus Network was chosen to run world-first clinical trials for a coronavirus vaccine.
Lucy in her protective cleaning gear
Government pandemic response helps Victorians return to work
Thousands of Victorians have returned to work as part of the Working for Victoria initiative.
Paul Molenaar, who with wife Cindy, are co-directors of Compliance Experts.
Compliance Experts transforms to survive and thrive
The disruptions to Victoria’s business community by coronavirus meant many small businesses have had to adapt quickly and re-focus their business.
Kate Cornick, CEO of LaunchVic.
LaunchVic’s Kate Cornick: tapping the entrepreneurial spirit
VIDEO: LaunchVic recently announced support to help startups during this challenging time. We spoke with its CEO late last year about its role.
Coronavirus 2019-nCov novel coronavirus concept. Microscope virus close up. 3d rendering.
Melbourne joins global fight for COVID-19 vaccine
The race is on to find a vaccine for coronavirus (COVID-19) and Melbourne researchers are leading the way.
Coach talking to reporter
Richmond v Collingwood lifts the spirits of Wangaratta
VIDEO: In February the pre-season Marsh AFL Community Cup clash in Wangaratta helped boost morale & aid bushfire recovery.
Finalists for Victorian Rural Women awards
Inspiring Victorian finalists in 2020 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award
We meet the four finalists to find out about their projects and how they help create connection and resilience in rural Victorian communities.
photo of the local pelican
Rebuilding Mallacoota’s abalone plant after the bushfires
VIDEO: Work is underway to rebuild Mallacoota’s iconic abalone processing plant, which was destroyed by bushfires in January.
Bees in a hive
After the fires: beehive recovery
How are we helping bees affected by heat and smoke from the bushfires? Victoria’s Chief Plant Health Officer, Dr Rosa Crnov responds.
Dr Amanda Caples
Women in science: closing the gender gap
How do you rise to the top in science? We glean advice from four women who have done just that, including Victoria’s Lead Scientist, Amanda Caples.
Educator workshopping ideas with a group of students
Venture capitalism hits its stride in Victoria
Find out how a LaunchVic-supported course is nurturing our state’s thriving startup culture.
Tracey Evans
Taking steps towards the future through Victoria’s first Treaty
Tracey Evans is one of nine executive directors of the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria. Learn about her hopes for Victoria's first Treaty.
people enjoying a ride along the rail trail in Victoria's high country
Bushfire recovery for our High Country
Better times are on the horizon following the bushfires in parts of Victoria’s High Country.
Panoramic view of the Great Stupa of Universal Compassion in Bendigo
The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion unveiled in Bendigo
VIDEO: Bendigo is home to the largest Buddhist monument in the western world after the addition of a decorative four-metre finial on top.
Employee at Yarra View Nursery working with the plants
Yarra View Nursery growing opportunities for people living with disability
VIDEO: We visited Australia’s largest social enterprise nursery, where a Victorian Government procurement program is blooming.
Man playing the guitar
High Country Comeback: Melbourne rallies for bushfire relief
WATCH THE VIDEO: Melburnians are helping those who need it most following the bushfires.
