Victoria Leads Nation In Sustained Jobs Growth
Victoria led the country in creating new jobs in July – and was number one over the past 12 months – as the state’s sustained economic recovery produces dividends for families.
Victoria led the country in creating new jobs in July – and was number one over the past 12 months – as the state’s sustained economic recovery produces dividends for families.
Thousands of affordable and social housing homes are under construction and welcoming new residents across Victoria, as the Andrews Labor Government continues to deliver more homes for those who need them most.
More than 1.7 million households have applied for immediate energy bill relief under round four of the $250 Power Saving Bonus – helping ease cost-of-living pressures and getting Victorians on the best energy deal possible.
Victorian specialist schools can now apply to build a hydrotherapy pool at their school, thanks to a $25 million Andrews Labor Government investment.
Blind and low vision passengers on Melbourne’s tram network will be able to get to where they need to go more easily thanks to a new navigation app and the Andrews Labor Government.
The Andrews Labor Government will make the state’s bail laws fairer for vulnerable and disadvantaged people, while continuing to take a tough approach to those who pose a serious risk to Victorians.
More jobseekers can now get assistance to look and feel job-ready, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government backing a charity organisation that provides clothing and advice to help people shine in job interviews.
The Andrews Labor Government is investing $900,000 in a grants program to increase local support for the more than 700,000 unpaid carers across the state who selflessly look after loved ones.
Victoria’s First Peoples are invited to nominate for the Treaty Authority which will oversee Treaty negotiations between the Andrews Labor Government and Aboriginal Victorians.
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting more students to pursue their passion with Victoria named the only Australian state to increase its number of school students in Vocational Education and Training.