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Melbourne's Federation Sqaure building with neon pink artwork covering the front of the building  

Yalingwa: finding meaning between waves

by Creative Victoria | 9 Aug 2023

The latest Yalingwa exhibition is now open at the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art. It celebrates First Peoples art across south-east Australia.

Chelsea Australian Gardens  

Native garden display a crowning glory in Olinda video transcript

by Editor | 3 Jul 2023

VIDEO: Inspired by the natural beauty of its Dandenong Ranges location, a new native garden display is now open in Olinda, on Wurundjeri Country.

Chelsea Australian Gardens  

Native garden display a crowning glory in Olinda

by Editor | 3 Jul 2023

Inspired by the natural beauty of its Dandenong Ranges location, a new native garden display is now open in Olinda, on Wurundjeri Country.

Channel Seven meteorologist Jane Bunn smiling to camera with a farm in the background  

From the cloud to the crops: transforming the future of farming

by Editor | 19 Jun 2023

VIDEO: How one Victorian business is using machine learning to create hyperlocal weather forecasts for farmers.

Headshot of Rima Darwiche  

Breaking down barriers to better health

by Aimee Hughes | 14 Jun 2023

Pharmacist turned CEO, Rima Darwiche, is paving the way for better access to life-saving therapies.

Think Fencing Founder Jack Fitzgerald smiling and inspecting building material in his hand  

Taking PVC from scrap to commodity

by Regional Development Victoria | 7 Jun 2023

In a world-first, a Victorian manufacturer is using AI to turn recycled polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic into building materials.

Yorta Yorta woman CEO Kalina Morgan-Whyman  

Updated hub to empower Aboriginal women and children

by Office for Suburban Development | 1 Jun 2023

A renovated hub for Aboriginal women and children impacted by family violence will empower the community and continue the work of Aunty Liz Morgan.

Victorian Pride Centre - Fitzroy Street View  

The Victorian Pride Centre: Design award of the year

by Editor | 20 Apr 2023

The VPC is the first purpose-built centre for Australia's LGBTIQ+ communities. It’s a place to invent new futures, while honouring the difficult past.

Leah Harris  

Meet Leah Heiss: Chair, Victorian Premier’s Design Awards

by Editor | 23 Mar 2023

Leah Heiss is no stranger to the Victorian Premier’s Design Awards (VPDA), as both a long-time judge and dual VPDA award recipient.

female construction worker  

Construction jobs for women hit the nail on the head

by Jobs Victoria | 8 Mar 2023

A Jobs Victoria apprentice and trainee initiative is boosting gender diversity in construction.

People lining up at Bundy Hal waiting to see live music  

Regional Victoria showcasing equity on International Women’s Day

by Regional Development Victoria | 28 Feb 2023

We’re showcasing equity this International Women’s Day through our investment in inclusive spaces. See how it’s giving a voice to Victorians.

Wheelchair  

Victorian designer rethinks wheelchairs with carbon fibre and 3D printing

by Editor | 16 Feb 2023

Melbourne-based Rove Wheelchairs is single-handedly changing the perception and stigma around disability products.

A man and a woman at hot springs in Seabrook  

Warrnambool’s mobile sea change

by Editor | 18 Jan 2023

The owner of the Deep Blue Hotel and Hot Springs, Gene Seabrook, shares how he thinks upcoming mobile coverage improvements will benefit his business.

Ultra Violette Skincare co-founders Ava Matthews and Rebecca Jefferd  

Ultra Violette is building a female-led global beauty brand

by Global Victoria | 16 Jan 2023

Beauty aficionados and co-founders, Ava Matthews and Rebecca Jefferd, are on their way to building a global skinscreen brand.

Divyangana Sharma, Victorian International Student of the Year 2022 speaking at a podium and smiling  

A small contribution making the biggest difference

by Aimee Hughes | 22 Dec 2022

Meet Divyangana Sharma – student, frontline healthcare worker, writer, mental health advocate and Victorian International Student of the Year 2022.

A person on the roof of a house installing solar panels with a clear blue sky in the background  

Whittlesea community groups are leading the charge to renewable energy

by Local Government Victoria | 21 Dec 2022

The Whittlesea Community Energy Transition Project is giving community groups their own renewable energy solutions to help power their facilities.

Kelly Barnes and her faithful kelpies  

For the love of the dog

by Agriculture Victoria | 20 Dec 2022

When we tap into the power of our canine companions, great things are possible.

Photo of Carlton AFLW player Lucy McEvoy outside on a sunny day about to catch a yellow football that is mid air  

Zena Sport gearing up inclusive protection for athletes

by Editor | 28 Sep 2022

When former AFL player Brad Johnson and partner Donna Johnson noticed a lack of protective gear for female athletes, they decided to fill the gap.

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