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The state government is rolling out new digital birth certificates in three local government areas, giving parents fast and secure access to their child’s birth certificate on their phone for the first time.

The massive expansion of Casey Hospital’s emergency department is full steam ahead – with the project marking a major milestone. 

More than 271 medical interns have been welcomed to regional hospitals this year – backing regional Victorians to continue to access world-class healthcare close to home. 

A new automated permit system has been rolled out for heavy vehicles.

Peita Duncan and Jonathan Hardwick have been appointed as new directors to the Racing Victoria Board.

The 49th Historic Winton aims to see 40 anniversaries celebrated with displays at Winton Motor Raceway alongside its iconic historic motorsport races on 30 and 31 May.

The Victorian Government is protecting Free TAFE to make it easier and more affordable for future generations of Victorians to build the skills they need for the rewarding careers they want.

More than 30 mosques and Islamic centers across the state are opening their doors to combat hate and foster understanding as part of the 2026 Mosque Open Day with support from the Allan Labor Government. 

The state government is protecting free TAFE to make it easier and more affordable for future generations of Victorians to build the skills they need for the rewarding careers they want.

The state government is helping regional communities showcase the best of Victoria, providing funding to 40 agricultural and pastoral societies to deliver projects that families and visitors can enjoy. 

The state government is holding privatised electricity distribution companies to account, helping to protect local communities from power outages due to extreme weather events. 

The state government is standing with school communities affected by January’s devastating bushfires. 

“The volume of new dwellings approved for construction decreased by 14.9 per cent in the month of December 2025 to 15,540,” stated HIA Chief Economist Tim Reardon.

The state government is backing young Victorians to once again step up, take the lead and bring their communities together with the return of Victorian Youth Fest 2026.

Victoria has aced another Australian Open, with this year’s tournament smashing attendance records, boosting local businesses, supporting jobs and driving the economy

The Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) has set out its priorities for the 2026–27 Federal Budget, outlining the policy settings needed this year to ensure small businesses can remain viable, competitive and confident to invest.

Hepburn Shire Council is pleased to offer residents a reusable product voucher to reduce the upfront costs associated with purchasing reusable nappy, period and incontinence products.

The Allan Labor Government is supporting the next generation of cancer research leaders as part of a new four-year cancer research fellowship program – continuing the fight for a cancer-free Victoria.

The Allan Labor Government is supporting the next generation of cancer research leaders as part of a new four-year cancer research fellowship program – continuing the fight for a cancer-free Victoria.

We are proud to march alongside community and allies at the 31st annual Midsumma Pride March. A record 28,000 people attended the march in 2025. This year – supported by $275,000 from the Labor Government – Pride March is expected to be even bigger.