Emma Bamblett is one of several artists who are creating beautiful, culturally important murals to help revitalise Reservoir.
Colourful mural on a house
Economic & Social Inclusion
Yorta Yorta woman CEO Kalina Morgan-Whyman
Updated hub to empower Aboriginal women and children
A renovated hub for Aboriginal women and children impacted by family violence will empower the community and continue the work of Aunty Liz Morgan.
Gunaikurnai man Ricky Baldwin standing next to Indigenous artwork
Coach changing the game for Aboriginal athletes
Ricky Baldwin is using sport to help change the lives of young Aboriginal athletes.
Gargarro Garden and a sloped roof
From paddock to botanic garden
Residents in the small town of Girgarre devoted a decade to turning an empty paddock into a world-class botanic garden, which opened this month.
A group of people enjoying the Nesian Rise Festival
The Pasifika community: firmly planted in Melbourne’s west
A strong Pasifika presence in Tarneit is bringing together community through a vibrant community garden and cultural festivals.
Lots of people helping cleaning up after the floods
Helping hands get Mooroopna back in the game after floods
After the October 2022 floods, an army of local volunteers sprang into action to help get the Mooroopna community back on its feet.
Pamela Knudsen is a mature woman wearing a bright coloured top and glasses
Pamela finds her dream job
57-year-old mum of 6, Pamela Knudsen, went from struggling to make ends meet to landing her dream job, with the support of her Jobs Victoria mentor.
A blue and yellow mural on the road representing Ukraine
Honouring the strong Ukrainian community in Noble Park
A ‘Peace and Harmony’ road mural in Noble Park is giving the local Ukrainian community a renewed sense of national identity and unity.
Nilma Darnum football players gathered on a football field
New lights create a bright future for Darnum Sport
Lighting upgrades for the 125-year-old Nilma Darnum Football Netball Club will strengthen local sport and community ties.
female construction worker
Construction jobs for women hit the nail on the head
A Jobs Victoria apprentice and trainee initiative is boosting gender diversity in construction.
Elisabetta Barberio
Two women challenging how we see the world
To mark International Women’s Day, we profile two women who are working to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive world for women in science.
Sophia Lazarou
Orchestrating a high-flying career in the air and on the ground
Sophia Lazarou attended her first Avalon Airshow in 2007 as a student volunteer, now she’s back to direct the whole show.
People lining up at Bundy Hal waiting to see live music
Regional Victoria showcasing equity on International Women’s Day
We’re showcasing equity this International Women’s Day through our investment in inclusive spaces. See how it’s giving a voice to Victorians.
People swimming at Cohuna Beach
After the floods: Cohuna’s Inland Beach, parks and promenade are back
Though it’s 300 kilometres from a coast, Cohuna has a popular beach. It’s part of a new waterfront development, typical of the town’s creative flair.
Wheelchair
Victorian designer rethinks wheelchairs with carbon fibre and 3D printing
Melbourne-based Rove Wheelchairs is single-handedly changing the perception and stigma around disability products.
Divyangana Sharma, Victorian International Student of the Year 2022 speaking at a podium and smiling
A small contribution making the biggest difference
Meet Divyangana Sharma – student, frontline healthcare worker, writer, mental health advocate and Victorian International Student of the Year 2022.
A Siberian huskey sitting in grass
Helping Siberian Huskies find their happy home
A group of volunteers are ensuring surrendered Siberian Huskies find a comfortable and loving forever home.
Render of a building
Building a future for sustainable housing on the Great South Coast
Portland Airport will become the home of FormFlow’s new modular home manufacturing site, with up to 200 homes to be delivered each year.
