Northern Victoria’s rising sporting stars of tomorrow are being encouraged to apply for the Andrews Labor Government’s 2019-20 Athlete Pathway Travel Grants Program to help them take their game to the next level. Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp MP said applications are now open for the latest round of the Labor Government’s grant program.…
The Andrews Labor Government is providing a vital helping hand to first home buyers struggling to enter the property market, with more than 250 properties purchased since the launch of the HomesVic shared equity scheme. Treasurer Tim Pallas and Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp MP today highlighted the success of the scheme, which allows…
More Victorian government Aboriginal school students across Victoria are being supported to complete Year 11 and 12, thanks to the Victorian Government’s Marrung Education Scholarships program. Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp MP today congratulated the two Marrung Education Scholarship recipients from Mildura and Shepparton for 2019 and 2020 – who were among 40 Aboriginal…
Hundreds of students from schools across Victoria will work side-by-side with leading creative professionals this year, as part of the Andrews Labor Government’s Creative Learning Partnerships program. Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp MP today announced a $10,000 grant for Yarrawonga P-12 College to partner with award-winning author, Dee White – to bring new learning…
The Andrews Labor Government is giving regional Victorian communities another tourism boost – thanks to round 1 of the inaugural Creative Activation Fund. Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp MP today welcomed the initiative and encouraged local artists, councils and eligible organisations to apply for funding to deliver creative projects, such as public art, sculptures, large-scale murals…
The theme for this year’s Education Week is ‘Celebrating STEM’. Not-for-profits across Northern Victoria are invited to apply for grants to host science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) themed activities – as part of Victoria’s 76th annual Education Week. Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp MP said today that all government schools are encouraged to…
Racegoers can look forward to cheering on another quality field at the Echuca Cup this long weekend, whilst enjoying some quality entertainment on the banks of the iconic Murray River thanks to a funding package worth almost $80,000. Member for Northern Victoria Mark Gepp today announced the Andrews Labor Government is kicking in $25,000 from…
Apprentices, students, teachers, employers and training providers in Victoria can now nominate for the 2020 Victorian Training Awards. Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp MP today encouraged people across the region to nominate individuals and organisations who have made outstanding achievements in the Victorian TAFE and training sector. There are 16 award categories; comprising six…
Vulnerable and disadvantaged people in the Mallee region will benefit from new housing and support services – thanks to the Andrews Labor Government’s Victoria Property Fund (VPF). Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp MP today announced funding of a $2 million grant to Mallee Accommodation and Support Program (MASP) from the Victorian Property Fund – to…
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting Aboriginal communities in the Robinvale and Mildura region – by boosting and investing in local infrastructure thanks to the Aboriginal Community Infrastructure program. Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp MP welcomed the announcement and said that the funding is important in supporting organisations determine their needs, to build capacity…