Minister for Women Pru Goward said today’s NSW Budget signals the government’s strong commitment to prevent domestic and family violence and support victims, with the announcement of historic investment across the child protection, social housing and homelessness sectors. Domestic violence is often connected to issues within these sectors. “Today’s Budget marks another milestone in the […]
Family and Community Services Minister Gabrielle Upton today announced a $515 million package, including the restoration of funding to the inner city, to reduce homelessness and reduce repeat homelessness by tackling its causes. At its centre are reforms to re-shape the NSW specialist homelessness system to break the cycle of homelessness while also providing a […]
A traditional topping-out ceremony was held today at Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) to celebrate completion of the building’s structure, with the $1.2billion project on time and on budget. A commemorative tuart tree was lowered by crane on to the spot where the final concrete was poured to recognise the construction milestone. Health Minister Kim Hames […]
· 10.3 km path to connect the missing link in the Carrum-Warburton Cycle Link · Shared-path will improve road safety, enhance tourism and promote health · Victorian Coalition Government delivering on election commitment Minister for Roads Terry Mulder today announced $7.4 million to fund the missing link in the Carrum-Warburton Cycle Link between Bayswater North […]
. New data reveals that hunting is worth $439 million to Victoria’s economy . Activity of 46,000 licenced game hunters supports 3,500 Victorian jobs . Victorian Coalition Government investing in responsible game management Minister for Agriculture and Food Security Peter Walsh has today released new research revealing that hunting is worth $439 million to the […]
· Additional cots funded by 2014/15 Budget about to begin operation · Caring for premature babies with complex illnesses · Victorian Coalition Government building a healthier Victoria Minister for Health David Davis has announced the location of five additional cots for Victoria’s neonatal intensive care system, which looks after our sickest and most vulnerable […]
Private owners of State heritage places can now apply for heritage grants of up to $100,000 to assist with the cost of urgent conservation work to their properties. Heritage Minister Albert Jacob said a total of $1.265million was available through the Heritage Council’s 2014-15 Heritage Grants Program. “Applications are open and I encourage private owners […]
The Australian Government is taking action to cut red tape and eliminate fees imposed on training providers when minor changes are made to training packages. Industry Minister Ian Macfarlane today announced the first in a series of changes to reduce red tape in the vocational education and training (VET) sector. “From July 1, it will […]
Minister for Trade and Investment, Andrew Robb, today chaired the first meeting of the Trade and Investment Policy Advisory Council (TIPAC) at Parliament House, Canberra. Mr Robb established the 20-member TIPAC as an important source of advice to advance the Abbott Government’s ambitious trade and investment agenda. At today’s meeting Mr Robb acknowledged the unique […]
The 2014 Venice Architecture Biennale opens on 7 June and I want to wish everyone involved with Australia’s exhibition every success. The Australian Government provided $75,000 to the Australian Institute of Architects to support Australia’s presence in Italy. The Venice Architecture Biennale—which also attracts designers, urban planners and developers—is arguably the most important event on […]