The introduction of paid family violence leave in Victorian government jobs should lead the way for the leave to be implemented in the private sector, according to the Andrews Labor Government.

The Andrews Labor Government is delivering the pipeline of skilled workers our state needs as we rebuild the mental health system – and more Victorians than ever are signing up for education and career opportunities in the booming sector.

The Andrews Labor Government is getting on with providing new and upgraded open space right across Melbourne, with local communities playing a vital role in shaping the design and feel of the new spaces.

Bus diesel mechanics and transport technicians are invited to enhance their skills through the Andrews Labor Government’s new pilot course that will gear them up to work on zero emission electric vehicles, as Victoria works to halve its emissions by 2030.

As the Easter long weekend fast approaches and Victorians are preparing to head away, our emergency service crews are preparing to make sure you get to your destination safely.

The Andrews Labor Government will provide free Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) to eligible people with disability, supporting some of the most vulnerable of our community to be protected and live safely.

I rise to congratulate Rudra Sekhri, a young climate change activist and future astronomer from South Morang who I recently had the pleasure of meeting at an event celebrating the 2021 ABC Takeover Melbourne competition winners.

In this spirit I was also delighted to host a community celebration for Harmony Week with my community again this year, acknowledging the diverse cultural contribution of our rich multicultural community in my electorate.

New laws introduced into Parliament today will radically transform the process for providing financial assistance to victims of crime, making it easier for people to get the critical help they need to recover from acts of violence.

The Andrews Labor Government is transforming parcels of private land – that combined cover an area five times the size of the City of Melbourne – into new habitats helping Victorian wildlife thrive and capturing carbon.

The Andrews Labor Government is supporting small businesses to improve indoor air-quality, keeping Victorians safe and reducing the spread COVID-19.

The Victorian Government will continue to provide free rapid test kits to families through schools and early childhood settings for the start of term 2, with further deliveries rolling out this week.

The Andrews Labor Government has updated its Find My School website to give families the latest information about their local schools as they begin the process of enrolling their children for next year.

The Andrews Labor Government is encouraging Victorians to nominate important women in their lives as part of the 2022 Victorian Honour Roll of Women.

The Andrews Labor Government is listening to Victorians who were adopted, including those subjected to historic forced adoption, by changing the law to give adoptees the choice to include both their birth and adoptive parents on their birth certificates.

The Andrews Labor Government is giving community groups across Victoria the chance to receive grants of up to $30,000 to address local road safety issues.

Victorian veterans are encouraged to make their voices heard and ensure their experiences remain at the heart of the Andrews Labor Government’s veteran support services.

A record number of Victorians will receive elective surgery as part of the Andrews Labor Government’s COVID Catch-Up Plan – designed to exceed pre-pandemic levels by 25 per cent and get more Victorians the care they need, when they need it.