As tough as 2020 has been, we’re reminded of just how important our neighbours and our neighbourhoods really are. The Victorian Budget 2020/21 will continue to build strong, connected communities – recognising that investing in our communities means investing in the people who call them home. With $148..

This year we’ve been reminded that the greatest strength of our state is our people. That’s why the Victorian Budget 2020/21 will invest more than $88 million in our communities who supported each other throughout the year — to make their links even stronger. Throughout the pandemic,..

The Andrews Labor Government is on track to reach gender parity in councils by 2025 with a record number of women elected in the 2020 Local Government elections. With results now confirmed by the Victorian Electoral Commission, 272 women will take their place on councils..

The Andrews Labor Government is ensuring accountability and transparency in local government with the release of the latest performance data for Victoria’s 79 councils. Minister for Local Government Shaun Leane has welcomed the data, which shows councils have served an important role during the coronavirus..

The Victorian Government is continuing to support veterans and their families, with the latest round of grants injecting more than $1.1 million in mental health and welfare support. Minister for Veterans Shaun Leane today announced all the successful recipients from three separate veterans’ grants programs,..