Having access to sick pay means Victoria’s casual workers no longer have to choose between going to work sick or missing out on pay.
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Jobs & Employment
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Meet the Victorian company electrifying its future
The mining, oil and gas sector is changing, turning to ‘low carbon’, and this Victorian manufacturer is helping with more energy-efficient products.
Francesca Neri
A perfect landing for 3 Special Olympic gymnasts
Nothing can stop these Victorians from participating in something they love – gymnastics.
Madison Evans
Take the plunge and become a swim instructor
Looking for a fast lane into a new job opportunity, well why not try swim teaching?
Queenscliff Ferry Terminal
Striking ferry terminal berths at historic Queenscliff foreshore
The new Queenscliff ferry terminal makes a mark with its eye-catching modern design attracting attention from any angle.
A conveyer belt of snakes alive lollies
A golden ticket to Nestlé’s Broadford factory
Production of Nestlé’s popular Allen’s lollies has moved to regional Victoria proving Australia’s ongoing nostalgia for these sweet treats.
Colourful mural on a house
Picture perfect: murals beautifying Reservoir
Emma Bamblett is one of several artists who are creating beautiful, culturally important murals to help revitalise Reservoir.
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.
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.
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.
Head grower Jon Murphy picking fruit off the vine
Flavorite: A juicy cut above the rest
Juicy tomatoes straight off the vine at Flavorite’s new multi-million dollar glasshouse are making their way to households across Australia.
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.
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.
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Developing the next generation of defence science talent
From creating augmented realities to coding new Bluetooth headsets, these Defence Science Institute interns highlight Victoria’s bright future.
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.
A greenhouse
Medicinal cannabis flowers in Greater Shepparton
VIDEO: Greater Shepparton will soon be home to the lawful production and supply of this plant with therapeutic benefits.
