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New Federation business centre of excellence in Ballarat

Ballarat will be the home of a new state-of-the-art business centre, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government’s Victorian Higher Education State Investment Fund. Minister for Higher Education Gayle Tierney today visited the site of the new Federation University Business Centre of Excellence on Lydiard Street,..

Hundreds of train drivers prepare for more Ballarat line services

More than 300 V/Line train drivers are learning to drive on new infrastructure, in preparation for dozens of extra services to run on the Ballarat line. Drivers are familiarising themselves with key improvements delivered as part of the Ballarat Line Upgrade, including additional tracks, updated..

Helping Ballarat veterans stay connected

The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to back veterans and ensure they have the support they need to live happy and healthy lives. Member for Buninyong Michaela Settle and Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison welcomed Minister for Veterans Shaun Leane at the Ballarat Veterans Assistance..

Expanded Living Libraries Program Launched

The Andrews Labor Government is modernising and upgrading libraries across the state, with councils now able to apply for dedicated new funding. Minister for Local Government Shaun Leane today announced applications for this year’s round of the Living Libraries Infrastructure Program were open. The $10..

Trial lights up at Lake Wendouree over summer

Ballarat residents now have the chance to see firsthand the improvements the new Lake Wendouree lighting system will have on their lives, thanks to an investment from the Victorian Government. Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison today viewed two trial lights installed at the Steve Moneghetti..

Traditional Owners name public space at Ballarat GovHub

The Ballarat GovHub is the region’s first building to officially recognise one of its most important Traditional Owners, naming a key part of the project after esteemed Wadawurrung Ancestor, Catobeen. Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison and Member for Buninyong Michaela Settle today toured the soon-to-be-completed..

Ballarat sports shine bright thanks to new lighting

Local Ballarat football, netball, cricket, soccer, ultimate frisbee, and touch football are just some of the sports set to set to light up thanks to new lighting at Russell Square Recreation Reserve in Ballarat. Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison MP today joined City of Ballarat..

Boosting food relief for Ballarat in time for the holidays

The Victorian Government is strengthening food relief services across Ballarat ensuring healthy food reaches locals in need. Member for Buninyong Michaela Settle and Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison today announced that local organisations Ballarat Neighbourhood Centre, Ballarat Seventh-day Adventist Church and Uniting Care Ballarat will..

Female-friendly change for Ballarat sports

Local Ballarat football, netball, and cricket are just some of the sports set to benefit from new female friendly facilities at Western Oval in Ballarat. Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison MP today joined Cr Samantha McIntosh from City of Ballarat to officially open the new..

Ballarat Soccer Club scores new lights

The growing junior and senior ranks at Ballarat Soccer Club can now practice their skills day and night thanks to new pitch lighting at the popular Pleasant Street Reserve in Ballarat. Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison MP today joined City of Ballarat Councillor Belinda Coates..

Creating jobs to support regional galleries

The Andrews Labor Government is creating jobs in regional Victoria and working to protect gallery and museum collections as part of the Working for Victoria initiative. Minister for Employment Jaala Pulford today visited the Art Gallery of Ballarat to announce 20 jobseekers will be employed..

COVID-19 – Member’s Statement

Ms ADDISON (Wendouree) (10:01): It has been a tough year for all of us, and I want to take the opportunity to reflect on the resilience and generosity of my community. The community of Ballarat is strong and kind. We are adaptable, innovative and have..

Nation First Initiative For Aboriginal Child Protection

The Andrews Labor Government is taking action to help vulnerable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children remain connected with their community and country, as more Aboriginal children in care transition to Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations. Minister for Child Protection Luke Donnellan today attended the online..