Residents in regional Victoria are encouraged to share their experiences and ideas about community life and volunteering in the region, to help develop Victoria’s new Volunteer Strategy. Mark Gepp MP, Member for Northern Victoria is inviting everyone to participate by taking a survey that will help inform the strategy, and better support the state’s fast-changing…
More Swan Hill patients will be able to get back on their feet faster after a hospital stay thanks to a new rehabilitation ward at Swan Hill District Health. Member for Northern Victoria Mark Gepp today opened the hospital new sub-acute ward, made possible by $2.6 million from the Andrews Labor Government’s Regional Health Infrastructure…
Victoria’s top apprentices, students, teachers, employers and training providers in the final of the 65th Victorian Training Awards that honour the outstanding achievements of our state’s TAFE and training sector. Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp MP today congratulated two contenders for individual awards, and two regional organisations for their dedication to excellence in training.…
The Andrews Labor government has committed record funding for the operational costs of public libraries across regional Victoria, with Minister for Local Government, Adem Somyurek, announcing that regional libraries would benefit from a flat 2.5% increase in operating funding. This follows the findings of the Parliamentary Inquiry into Sustainability and Operational Challenges of Victoria’s Rural…
Zoe Support in Mildura has been nominated for their outstanding work in supporting learners to establish pathways for themselves into further education, employment or volunteer roles. Mark Gepp MP, Member for Northern Victoria today congratulated Zoe Support, a Mildura community organisation assisting young mums to re-engage in education, on their nomination for a Victorian Learn…
The Andrews Labor Government is helping regional Victorian businesses grow through the third round of the Boost Your Business Voucher Program. Murray Gold Australia and The Christie Centre are two of 70 small to medium enterprises across Victoria to have received funding to tap into new markets and create local jobs, succeeding in the…
Sporting clubs in Northern Victoria can now apply for a share in around $500,000 in VicHealth funding to get more Victorians active and playing sport. The latest round of VicHealth’s Active Club Grants, which open today, provides funding of up to $3,000 or up to $10,000 to community sport clubs to create more opportunities for…
Northern Victoria teachers and staff are among more than 400 Victorians being recognised for their commitment and dedication to public education, at a ceremony for Department of Education and Training employees who have reached 40, 45, 50 and 55 years of service in 2019. Minister for Education, James Merlino congratulated teachers, principals, and school administrative…
A number of seniors groups across Northern Victoria will be getting a $4,000 cheque in the mail from the Andrews Labor Government to support their work helping older migrants and ensuring they stay connected to the community. Groups include; Circolo Pensionati Italiani di Kyabram Kyabram Italian Ladies Association Inc. Kyabram Italian Social Bocce Club Inc.…
Schools in Northern Victoria can now apply for funding for equipment to support students with disabilities or additional learning needs to participate more fully and engage in school life, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Education James Merlino today announced the next round of the Equipment Boost for Schools initiative is now open…