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Economic & Social Inclusion

Yarraville’s United Housing Co-operative online social club  

Connecting online for the first time

by Anders Furze | 1 Feb 2022

Some members of Yarraville’s United Housing Co-operative accessed the internet at home for the first time, thanks to the Let’s Stay Connected Fund.

Esme Bamblett  

Keeping conversation flowing among Aboriginal Elders

by Office for Suburban Development | 24 Jan 2022

Aboriginal Elders across Melbourne are staying connected with their culture during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

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Local legends excited about major wheelchair tennis tournaments in Melbourne

by Declan Boffa | 20 Jan 2022

Legendary wheelchair tennis coach Greg Crump and four-times Australian Open champion Heath Davidson have watched the sport grow over the decades.

Julie Turner with international students  

My Local Life program creates community for international students

by Anders Furze | 17 Jan 2022

‘My Local Life’ has created a vital support network for international students facing isolation during the coronavirus (COVID 19) pandemic.

Image of the new outdoor gym equipment in Talbot  

Tiny Talbot is big on active community

by Regional Development Victoria | 6 Dec 2021

New outdoor gym equipment in Talbot in Victoria’s north-west is being taken up enthusiastically by the community, improving health and connections.

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Send me an angel: how Susan Oliver AM is backing Victorian business

by Georgina Jerums | 26 Nov 2021

Susan Oliver is a leader in the field and a passionate and committed supporter of women-led startups, helping to drive success.

Emma Bamblett and Megan Van Den Berg  

Kinya Lerrk takes Aboriginal Victorians on a sensory journey to Country

by Editor | 16 Nov 2021

With help from a grant from the First Peoples’ Business Support Fund, two artists have repivoted their business to trade through the pandemic.

Samaritan House project upon completion image credit to FormFlow  

The small homes making a big difference

by Regional Development Victoria | 12 Nov 2021

A Geelong-based manufacturer, a university and a men’s crisis accommodation are paving the way in creating sustainable housing.

Alex Power, founder of Delivr  

A start up success being delivered in Ballarat by young entrepreneur

by Malcolm Roberts | 21 Oct 2021

Studying in Australia gave Alex a unique opportunity to explore his entrepreneurial side. Now his delivery platform is helping businesses in Ballarat.

Screen capture of singers singing via online chat  

Connecting through singing in lockdown

by Anders Furze | 19 Oct 2021

Members of a trailblazing community choir have stayed connected in lockdown through online video performances.

Image of 3 people showing their craft goods  

Women’s business incubator fostering new beginnings

by Regional Development Victoria | 14 Sep 2021

Women from culturally diverse communities are being empowered through a business incubator, funded by the Victorian Government.

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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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.

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.

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.

Amber HERO IMAGE  

From the city to the sea – Jobs Victoria supports new opportunities in Gippsland

by Jobs Victoria | 29 Jun 2021

Moving from Melbourne to Lakes Entrance without having anything lined up could be daunting for some, but for Amber Potocnik, opportunity knocked.

2 primary school aged students planting herbs in the garden.Teacher on the left providing advice on how to remove seedlings from container.  

Growing connection in the next generation of gardeners

by Office for Suburban Development | 24 May 2021

Young green thumbs will grow their gardening knowledge as part of a new program, Connecting Junior Gardeners.

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Sarah Styles is out to Change Our Game

by Editor | 5 May 2021

Sarah Styles has always loved sport, and now she gets to take her passion to the next level at the Office for Women in Sport & Recreation.

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