The Andrews Labor Government is building a mental health system that is accessible to every Victorian – introducing tailored support for people with disabilities, and multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ communities.
The Andrews Labor Government has awarded more than $4.4million worth of grants to Victorian youth and volunteer groups to further improve the state’s natural environment. Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas today announced the local recipients of the $3.98 million 2023 Victorian Landcare Grants which will help volunteers protect and restore our landscapes.
Families can expect to reel in a big catch these school holidays, with more than 35,000 catchable rainbow trout stocked into lakes across Victoria, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government.
To help drive down pedestrian related road trauma, local councils applied for funding to develop and deliver upgrades in areas or on sections of road that pose a pedestrian safety risk in their community.
The Taradale Historical Group has received a grant of $2,798 for their Archive Storage Replacement project. This initiative aims to contributing to the ongoing legacy of recording Victoria's unique and fascinating history.
The Andrews Labor Government has officially announced the opening of the Stronger Fishing Clubs Grant Program, welcoming angling clubs and associations in Macedon to apply for grants of up to $10,000.
Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas announced the Chillout Festival is a successful funding recipient, receiving $50,000 from the Government’s Regional Events Fund.
Australia’s most accessible and convenient container deposit scheme is a step closer, with the roll out of refund points continuing to progress across Victoria in preparation for the scheme’s 1 November start.
The Andrews Labor Government is helping more casual and contract workers access sick and carer’s pay, increasing the number of jobs covered by the Victorian Sick Pay Guarantee and extending the pilot until March 2025.
