My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Health, and it is in relation to the National Centre for Farmer Health. The house is well aware that the government made a decision earlier this year to cease funding of $1 million per annum to the centre. The impact of that decision has been felt throughout…
On another matter, I would like to congratulate South West TAFE student Bret Ryan, who was named the Victorian Vocational Student of the Year on 24 August. On receiving his award, Bret spoke about vocational education, stating that his award was a once in a lifetime achievement and a reflection of the life-changing power of…
On 28 August members of the Colac Otway Youth Council and their mentors visited Parliament and Government House. I would like to congratulate all those who have participated in this great initiative for getting involved in community projects and building community leadership capacity in the Colac community and outlying districts.
On another matter, I would like to congratulate Warrnambool’s Cindy Lehmann, who was recently awarded the honour of Carer of the Year at the Robin Clark Memorial Awards 2012. Ms Lehmann has been a foster care worker for 24 years, taking in more than 300 children during this time, which is a truly amazing commitment…
I take this opportunity to mention the In Focus — Celebrating Farm Life photography competition. The competition has attracted a lot of support, with more than 675 entries received by the National Centre for Farmer Health. The Hamilton Art Gallery will display the entries from 29 August through to 14 October. I encourage anyone who…