I am pleased to stand today in support of the Gambling Legislation Amendment (Pre-commitment and Carded Play) Bill 2024, which introduces further reforms to minimise gambling harm in our community and across Victoria.
I thank the member for Wendouree for inviting me to visit local representatives of the rainbow community in her electorate.
My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Equality, and I am delighted that she is in the chamber today for me to raise this adjournment matter. The action that I seek is for her to visit my electorate of Wendouree to meet with representatives of our vibrant LGBTIQA+ community at a stakeholder round table.
My question is for the Minister for Housing. How is the Allan Labor government supporting more affordable housing projects for my constituents in Ballarat?
Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison today joined Ballarat City Council Mayor, Cr Tracey Hargreaves to officially launch the new scoreboard, the latest instalment of the reserve’s upgrades backed by $8.4 million from Allan Labor Government.
The commencement of construction works for 5,000 new permanent seats at Mars Stadium and the new athletics track and pavilion in Wendouree is great news for community sport, elite athletes and sports fans. From Little Aths to the AFL, Ballarat is the winner!
I rise to talk about the bill, to actually talk about nurses and to talk about patient care, quality care and looking after all Victorians from the womb to the tomb.
I thank the member for her advocacy on the health of the Wendouree community and support of this vital hospital upgrade.
Loreto College has celebrated their 150th anniversary, recognising the arrival of Mother Gonzaga Barry and the nine sisters in Ballarat in 1875.
As chair of the Legislative Assembly Environment and Planning Committee, I am again pleased to rise to speak on the Securing the Victorian Food Supply inquiry report that was tabled in this place in the last sitting week of 2024.
My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Education, and the action I seek is for the minister to visit my electorate of Wendouree to officially open the new classrooms and facilities at Mount Rowan Secondary College.
More homes mean more opportunity – and the Allan Labor Government will deliver more homes in regional communities, so young working people can find a home in the places they know and love.
More homes mean more opportunity – that’s why the Allan Labor Government is setting a clear target to deliver more homes in Ballarat over the next 30 years.
We recognise that family and loved ones play such an important role in our mental health system, and this new centre right here in Ballarat will give caregivers the support they deserve close to home.
Mental health support has never been more important for young people across Ballarat than it is right now – the new YPARC will make a real and lasting difference right here in Ballarat in our region.
I want to thank the Member for her tireless advocacy for the health of her local community. I know the member is keenly interested in making sure that her constituents across the Ballarat region have access to the healthcare they need.
Expanding kinder places isn’t just about education – it’s about helping parents and carers return to work or study, knowing their children are getting the best start in life. This partnership will make a real difference for families in Sebastopol. By investing $4.5 million into the Sebastopol Community Hub through our Building Blocks Capacity program, we are not only creating new kindergarten rooms and places - but contributing funds for a much-needed purpose built space for the whole community.
Today I pay tribute to Doug Sarah OAM, Bill McGregor OAM and Ewan Jones OAM, who all recently passed away. These men made significant contributions to Ballarat over many decades in different fields, but all three were driving forces behind the success of Sovereign Hill.