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New Space Agency set to take off in Victoria
The Victorian Government recently launched a campaign to make Victoria the home of the new Australian Space Agency – to grow Victoria’s thriving space industry, create jobs and boost the state’s economy
Metro Tunnel HQ open in the heart of Melbourne
Metro Tunnel HQ, an information centre where visitors can learn how the once-in-a-generation Metro Tunnel project will be built and get up-to-date information about works in their area, is now open.
An update on the Victorian Labour Hire Licensing Scheme
The Victorian Labour Hire Licensing Scheme is a new business licensing system to protect vulnerable labour hire workers from exploitation and to regulate the provision of labour hire services.
Google opens office in Melbourne
Global tech giant, Google has officially opened its Melbourne office – providing a boost to Victoria’s tech sector and creating jobs and training opportunities for local tech workers.
Response To Puffing Billy Ombudsman’s Report
On Monday 25 June 2018, the Victorian Ombudsman tabled a report on her investigation into Victorian railway organisations and their historical involvement with convicted child sex offender, Robert Kingsley Whitehead (the Report).
Expression of Interest open to join the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee
The Victorian Government is seeking expressions of interest for eight members to join the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee (AWAC) for a term of up to three years.
International sports retailer coming to Victoria
The world's largest sports retailer, and French brand - Decathlon, is bringing its megastores to Melbourne and creating hundreds of jobs in the process.
Nobody Denim tailoring jobs for Victorians
Its jeans are worn by the likes of Beyonce, Rihanna, Emily Blunt and Miranda Kerr.
New water storage facility - a win for Mt Buller
The Victorian Government has announced $7.5 million through the Regional Tourism Infrastructure Fund for a new Mt Buller Water Storage Project.
Applications for the 2018 Victorian Premier’s Design Awards open for entries
Applications for the 2018 Victorian Premier’s Design Awards are now open.