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Curtain Rises On New Era At Her Majesty’s Theatre Ballarat

The stage is set for a new and more inclusive era for patrons and performers at Her Majesty’s Theatre in Ballarat, thanks to support from the Allan Labor Government. Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison represented Minister for Regional Development Gayle Tierney today at ‘Resurgence’, the City of Ballarat’s official reopening event held at the theatre.

Ballarat Youth Mental Health Facility Reaches Milestone

The Allan Labor Government is giving young Ballarat locals access to the mental health support they need and deserve, with the new Ballarat Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC) Centre one step closer. Minister for Mental Health Ingrid Stitt today unveiled designs for the new multi-million-dollar, 10-bed youth mental health project to be located in the heart of Ballarat – with construction set to commence later this year.

First Bigger, Better X’Trapolis 2.0 Train Built In Ballarat

The Allan Labor Government has built the first of 25 new state-of-the-art trains in Ballarat, with passengers on some of our busiest rail corridors set to receive more reliable and accessible journeys. Minister for Public and Active Transport Gabrielle Williams today announced that the first X’Trapolis 2.0 train has rolled off the production line, as part of a $986 million Labor Government investment.

Making Victorian Rentals Safer

The Allan Labor Government is making rental properties safer by requiring smoke alarm, gas and electrical safety checks for all residential rental properties. Minister for Consumer Affairs Gabrielle Williams today joined the Scarff family in Ballarat to announce new reforms requiring rental providers to conduct smoke alarm checks every 12 months, and gas and electrical safety checks every two years, for all rentals – no matter when the lease started.

Bigger, Better Ballarat Base Reaches Major New Milestone

The Allan Labor Government’s $655 million Ballarat Base Hospital redevelopment has reached another significant milestone, with construction now complete on the the new six-storey power supply and support services building. Minister for Health Infrastructure Mary-Anne Thomas today visited the site to announce the completion of the central energy plant and support services building, with Grampians Health staff set to move into the new facility as soon as November.

Ballarat Families To Slash Power Bills With The SEC

The Allan Labor Government is helping busy Ballarat families save on their energy bills with early access to the SEC’s free digital tool to support the switch to energy efficient electrical appliances. Premier Jacinta Allan and Minister for the State Electricity Commission (SEC) Lily D’Ambrosio today launched the first part of the SEC’s one-stop-shop for households in Ballarat wanting to go all-electric and save on their energy bills.

Aboriginal Business Hub Open In Ballarat

A new local business and cultural hub backed by the Allan Labor Government has opened in Ballarat - supporting Victorian Aboriginal businesses, students and artists to flourish and bringing even more economic opportunities to the region. Minister for Employment Vicki Ward has announced the official opening of the Wadawurrung Aboriginal Economic Hub.

Hundreds Of New Free Car Spaces At Ballarat Base Hospital

Hundreds of free public car spaces are now available at the Ballarat Base Hospital for locals, visitors and workers as part of the Allan Labor Government’s ongoing investment in the thriving regional town. Minister for Regional Development Gayle Tierney today joined representatives from Grampians Health to open 400 new public car spaces at the Ballarat Base Hospital – all free to park at.

Stage Set For Her Majesty’s Theatre Refresh

The curtain will soon rise at the new and improved Her Majesty’s Theatre in Ballarat promising a revamped space inside and out, that is more welcoming for all – backed by the Allan Labor Government. Minister for Regional Development Gayle Tierney today announced the completion of restoration works at the nearly 150-year-old theatre, after a $10 million investment from Regional Development Victoria.

Bringing Victoria’s Next Tourism Wonders To Life

Regional Victoria will have even more amazing tourist attractions for people to visit with exciting local projects getting off the ground thanks to the Allan Labor Government. Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos today visited the Art Gallery of Ballarat to announce 29 projects across regional Victoria that will receive funding through the Enabling Tourism Fund 2024.

Works Drive Ahead At Ballarat West Employment Zone

Thanks to the Allan Labor Government works at the Ballarat West Employment Zone (BWEZ) are forging ahead, with construction beginning on an extension to Liberator Drive. Minister for Regional Development Gayle Tierney today announced that Winslow Constructors have secured the contract to lead this next stage of the BWEZ development, which is being delivered by Development Victoria on behalf of Regional Development Victoria.

New Buildings At Ballarat Specialist School Unveiled

Students at Ballarat Specialist School will now have access to a range of new and modern learning facilities, thanks to the Allan Labor Government. Minister for Education Ben Carroll celebrated the new buildings at Ballarat Specialist School, as they opened their doors for the first time today.

New Ballarat Centre To Bring Out Best In Teachers

Teachers and school leaders in Ballarat and western Victoria can now boost their skills even further with a new Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership centre transforming education in the region. Minister for Education Ben Carroll visited the Ballarat centre today for its official opening.

Free Footy Tickets for Ballarat Kids in Round 24

Families in Ballarat love their footy – and there’s nothing like the feeling of cheering your team on from the stands. That’s why the Labor Government is making tickets free for all kids 14 years and under for Round 24.

Starting Gun Fired For Ballarat’s New Athletics Track

The Allan Labor Government is delivering a world-class athletics track for Ballarat, announcing work on the project will soon kick-off. Premier Jacinta Allan today announced that Victorian-based Ausdecom will start works to transform the former Ballarat Showgrounds to create the Ballarat Major Events Precinct with new sporting facilities and public spaces.

Massive Boost for Regional Victorian Catholic Schools

The Allan Labor Government is ensuring that every Victorian student can learn in the best facilities – with dozens of local, low-fee Catholic schools to receive funding to upgrade classrooms and build new facilities. Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison visited Our Lady Help of Christians School in Wendouree to announce 28 Catholic schools in regional Victoria will share in more than $103 million to expand and modernise existing facilities or build new schools.

Sebastopol South Kinder gets a glow up!

The Victorian Government has invested $500,000 for a significant transformation at the Sebastopol South Kindergarten in Spencer Street as a part of $2.7 billion kinder building program.