The Andrews Labor Government is backing more projects to unlock more jobs and help make Corangamite Shire an even better place to live, work and visit through the latest round of the flagship Regional Jobs and Infrastructure Fund. Minister for Regional Development Harriet Shing and Labor Member for Western Victoria today announced $1.25M for 5…
The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to support Surf Coast Shire’s fast-growing community with the infrastructure it needs. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced the latest round of projects from the Labor Government’s $50 million Growing Suburbs Fund. The fund supports councils build the community centres, town hubs, playgrounds, parks and reserves…
The Andrews Labor Government is helping Colac kindergartens to upgrade and improve their centres, giving every Victorian child the best start to life. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney has today announced Colac’s Winifred Nance Kindergarten has joined the ranks of over 100 other Early Childhood services to benefit from the Building Blocks Improvement…
The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to support grassroots sport with new facilities on the way for Colac. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced that the Labor Government would contribute up to $350,000 to deliver the Eastern Reserve Training Facility in Colac. The funding will enable the delivery of a training facility…
The Victorian Government is backing community-led projects in Western Victoria that will support small businesses and boost the local economy. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced that five business chambers and trader groups have received a $20,000 grant each from the third round of the Business Chambers and Trader Groups Program: The…
More students in Anglesea will be protected from the sun’s harmful UV rays, with hundreds of extra sunshades to be installed in public areas, sports clubs, school playgrounds and outdoor areas thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced Anglesea Primary School will received $19,500 in the latest…
More people in Victoria’s south west will be protected from the sun’s harmful UV rays, with hundreds of extra sunshades to be installed in public areas, sports clubs, school playgrounds and outdoor areas thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced 3 schools in south-west Victoria will be…
The Andrews Labor Government is conserving one of Port Fairy’s much loved heritage places, the Captain John Mills House thanks to the latest round of the Living Heritage Program. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney toda yannounced a $103,000 grant from the Living Heritage Program, giving communities the resources needed to protect our treasured…
South West TAFE students and library visitors are enjoying superb ocean views to go along with state-of-the-art facilities following the completion of a $22.8 million community Library and Learning Centre in the heart of Warrnambool, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney today visited the South…
Young readers in south-west Victoria are set to benefit from an added $44,635 in funding for local libraries from the Andrews Labor Government’s 2022-23 Premiers’ Reading Challenge Book Fund. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney announced the funding which will enable libraries to purchase books on the suggested reading list for the 2023 Premiers’…
The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to support communities across Western Victoria with the infrastructure and services it needs to grow and thrive. Minister for Suburban Development Melissa Horne, Minister for Regional Development Harriet Shing and the Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced 10 local organisations will receive funding for community projects…
The Merri River School in Warrnambool is now officially open, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Member for Western Victoria Gayle Tierney today visited the school to tour its new campus and learning facilities, which are already benefiting all students and staff at the site. The school is the only special school in the area…
South West TAFE students and library visitors are enjoying superb ocean views to go along with state-of-the-art facilities following the completion of a $22.8 million community Library and Learning Centre in the heart of Warrnambool, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney today visited the South…
Several schools across Western Victoria will receive a funding boost to build inclusive play areas, sensory gardens and outdoor learning areas to support students with disabilities and additional needs, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney announced three schools – Anglesea Primary School, Inverleigh Primary School and Nullawarre and…
The Andrews Labor Government is delivering more opportunities to get out and explore Victoria, with construction beginning on the next phase of the Forrest Mountain Bike Revitalisation Project. Works on the Forrest Southern Trailhead and Skills Park kicked off last week in Victoria’s beautiful Otways Ranges, made possible by a $2.1 million investment by the…
The iconic Camperdown Botanic Gardens and Arboretum has a new lease on life thanks to funding from the Victorian Government. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today visited the Camperdown Botanic Gardens and Arboretum to see the upgrades funded through the Victorian Government’s Growing Victoria’s Botanic Gardens grant program. Camperdown Botanic Gardens and Arboretum…
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting 50 unemployed young people in Victoria’s South-West to begin a fresh career in the local dairy industry, under a new entry-level training program. Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney today visited Rosemount Dairy in Southern Cross to announce a $1 million AgFutures Initiative which will provide vital…
The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to improve recreational boating in Victoria with more than $42 million being invested as part of the Victorian Recreational Boating Action Plan 2022-23. With funding delivered from boaters’ registration and licence fees, this package includes upgrades to a range of boating infrastructure across the state, including ramps, car parks,…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) (12:35): I rise today to acknowledge the 68th annual Victorian Training Awards and congratulate the winners along with all of the finalists. The Victorian Training Awards recognise the outstanding achievements of apprentices, students, teachers, employers and training providers in the…
South-West Victorian Students and teachers will be among 111 schools across the state to benefit when a maintenance blitz gets underway. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced that 9 schools across Victoria’s south-west will share in more than $1.4 million in the blitz – which includes painting, resurfacing and fixing roofs and…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) (12:21): It is a point of great pride that this government has rebuilt and united the post secondary school system. Victorians now have access to vocational education and training which is built on quality and integrity, with the foundations firmly…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) Incorporated pursuant to order of Council of 7 September 2021: I rise today to share a wonderful success story emerging at Budj Bim in Western Victoria. There has been a long-held dream for the Budj Bim World Heritage Landscape—a UNESCO…
Families across Western Victoria can look forward to fishing these school holidays with the Andrews Labor Government stocking almost 7,000 catchable size rainbow trout into 23 lakes across the region. The stockings, from Geelong to Casterton and up to Murtoa, are part of almost 35,000 fish going into more than 70 lakes across the state,…
The Andrews Labor Government is creating a new world-class eco-tourism experience along the Great Ocean Road with a new coastal walking trail to allow visitors to explore from Torquay to Skenes Creek uninterrupted. Minister for Environment and Climate Action Lily D’Ambrosio visited Fairhaven today, to launch the Great Ocean Road Trail Masterplan and release the…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) (12:17:047:): This afternoon this house is united in mourning as we acknowledge the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. For 70 years she committed herself to public service to Great Britain and the Commonwealth. She was a constant for generations and…
A brand-new state-of-the-art facility for the next generation of chefs and hospitality professionals in Geelong will significantly boost the local economy and support major events such as the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Minister for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney today visited the area to officially open the $23.5 million Culinary School and training restaurant at The…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) (17:16): Can I thank all speakers who have made contributions today. This is a bill that sort of covers off on eight main sections, and I think that the process even leading up to today has been quite good. There has…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) (12:11): It was my absolute joy to visit Sale to formally open the TAFE Gippsland Port of Sale campus last week. This state-of-the-art, purpose-built facility is the result of outstanding collaboration between the community and the staff at TAFE Gippsland…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) Incorporated pursuant to order of Council of 7 September 2021: Last month I had the great pleasure of officially opening the new state-of-the-art Port Fairy Country Fire Authority (CFA) station. It was great to see the ecstatic response from the…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) (12:06): Last week I was proud to launch Victoria’s first-ever skills plan as part of National Skills Week. I was joined by leaders in industry, training and skills, higher education and adult community education and employers at Bendigo Kangan Institute Docklands.…
The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to improve Apollo Bay Harbour – with upgrades to vital facilities now complete. It includes a new slipway cradle, which pulls boats out of the water, to make it safer and easier for vessels to be maintained and enter the harbour. A new oil waste disposal facility has also…
The Andrews Labor Government is asking the community to come forward and shape the design of the transformational redevelopment of Warrnambool Base Hospital. Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas today launched a community survey on the Engage Victoria website for Warrnambool and surrounding communities to have a say on the key services and shared spaces most…
The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to boost the economy, by backing a new crane safety training course in Port Campbell. The Port Campbell Jetty Crane Safety Awareness Course is for locals and visitors to learn how to operate the unique Port Campbell jetty crane – the only one of its kind in Victoria. Commissioned…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) (12:30): It is important to draw attention to the exceptional work being done in the agricultural industry to tackle climate change. Recently I met wonderful leaders who are at the forefront of the design and implementation of smart, innovative and…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) (18:00): I thank everyone for their contributions this evening, albeit there was a lot of transgression, I have got to say, in terms of the contributions. But, leaving that aside, I take that as a compliment because we covered off…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) Incorporated pursuant to order of Council of 7 September 2021: I rise today to report on the fantastic event that is Sheepvention. The Hamilton Spectator, on Saturday, July 30, said it so well: ‘Sheepvention homecoming’! Sheepvention is a huge annual rural…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) (11:52): The Andrews Labor government is absolutely committed to safeguarding Victoria’s livestock industry from foot-and-mouth disease. It is no accident that Victoria and Australia remain FMD free. We have established an emergency animal disease planning task force, and it has…
The Andrews Labor Government is celebrating Victorians’ outstanding achievements in sustainability, announcing the finalists for the twentieth Premier’s Sustainability Awards. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney congratulated Anglesea Community House for being named as one of the 41 finalists, spanning businesses, industry, community groups, universities, schools and government organisations. Celebrating 20 years in 2022,…
The Andrews Labor Government is celebrating Victorians’ outstanding achievements in sustainability, announcing the finalists for the twentieth Premier’s Sustainability Awards. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney congratulated Warrnambool Community Garden Inc for being named as one of the 41 finalists, spanning businesses, industry, community groups, universities, schools and government organisations. Celebrating 20 years in…
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting community and history organisations to capture Western Victoria’s diverse history, making it available for more people to discover and enjoy. The latest round of the Local History Grants saw 40 projects share in $350,000 as part of the program run by Public Record Office Victoria to support community and…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) (18:22): The position of the government is that every Victorian has the right to a safe workplace and workspace. The proposed amendments build on existing laws focused on protecting the safety of all persons who enter into timber harvesting safety…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education, Minister for Agriculture) (14:10): I rise to advise the house of the leadership being shown by the Andrews Labor government and Agriculture Victoria as we prepare for the escalating threat of foot-and-mouth disease. We have established an emergency animal disease planning task force…
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting the next generation of Victorian sheep shearers, with another investment to train workers in the state’s vital shearing industry. Visiting the Hamilton Showgrounds as part of Sheepvention, Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney announced a $175,000 investment to deliver specialist training and grow the pool…
A new fire station has been officially opened in Port Fairy with a modern facility ensuring the brigade can continue its vital work, protecting the Victorian community and saving lives for many years to come. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today visited the site to congratulate Port Fairy’s volunteer firefighters. The new $2.8…
Local businesses will have more worker accommodation in south-west Victoria to support key industries like hospitality, construction and agriculture, thanks to an investment from the Victorian Government. Representing Minister for Regional Development Harriet Shing, Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today toured the Koroit Caravan Park to view works underway on the installation of…
There has never been a better time to begin a rewarding career in early childhood education, with the Andrews Labor Government making it easier than ever to start a Free TAFE course in early childhood at South West TAFE. Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney today visited the Port Fairy Community…
Works have begun on Australia’s first fully integrated hydrogen fuel cell research and development facility at Deakin University’s Warrnambool campus, under the Andrews Labor Government’s ongoing support of fuel cell and renewable technology. Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney today visited Deakin’s Warrnambool campus to turn the first sod on…
Nursing students at South West TAFE will soon have the world-class learning facilities they deserve, with the Andrews Labor Government making it easier than ever to get the high-quality industry training they need, closer to home. Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney today visited SW TAFE’s Warrnambool campus to announce $1.2…
More Victorians will have access to jobs and important services in the Otways thanks to an Andrews Labor Government grant program. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced environmental conservation group, Wildife Wonders would receive over $32,100 in funding towards new equipment to support their local social enterprise. The investment will allow the…
Boaters will benefit from improved access to the water at Lake Bullen Merri near Camperdown, thanks to an upgrade of the boat ramp facility – which is just weeks away from completion. Minister for Fishing and Boating Sonya Kilkenny today visited the South Beach boat ramp – which is being replaced with a new two-lane…
Works are now underway to upgrade a popular boat ramp at the historic Warrnambool harbour. Minister for Fishing and Boating Sonya Kilkenny today visited the Lady Bay boat ramp, which is being improved to make it easier and safer for boaters heading out on the water. The upgrade will see the boat ramp approach lanes…
Lorne student Jack Belsar-O’Connor has been recognised alongside the state’s best performing VCE students in the Premier’s VCE Awards. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today congratulated the Lorne P-12 College student on his outstanding achievement. Jack was recognised with an award in Music Performance (VCE VET). He was among Victoria’s top performing VCE…
Better facilities are on their way for students at Forrest Primary School with the appointment of an architect to design an upgrade at the school thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Labor Member for Western Victoria Gayle Tierney today announced James Deans & Assoc Pty Ltd would design works to deliver the much-needed refurbishment of…
Schools in Western Victoria are set to receive a boost in funding for essential maintenance and bushfire preparedness projects, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced 4 schools were among 47 across the state to share in $4.275 million in Term 2 funding for projects under the…
Our littlest learners in Warrnambool are going to get the best possible start to life with improved kindergarten infrastructure, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Early Childhood and Pre-Prep Ingrid Stitt and Member for Western Victoria Gayle Tierney today announced Gunditjmara Aboriginal Cooperative successfully secured $150,000 in Building Blocks Planning Grants to put…
Forty-five grassroots sport and active recreation clubs and organisations in Western Victoria are set to bolster their coaching skills, administration expertise, or score new sports equipment thanks to a share in more than $900,000 from the Victorian Government. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney announced the successful local applicants of the latest round of…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:17): Last week I was pleased to launch a new program that will boost skills in Victoria’s electrical workforce. Through the Workforce Training Innovation Fund the Andrews Labor government is investing more than $950 000 in a pilot program for 500 licensed electricians to…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) Incorporated pursuant to order of Council of 7 September 2021: I am pleased and proud to acknowledge the 27 members of Western Victoria whose contribution has been recognised in our most prestigious awards, the Order of Australia. These Victorians encompass extremely varied fields,…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:07): On Monday I had the privilege of welcoming the Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, and the federal Minister for Skills and Training, Brendan O’Connor, to the world-class Victorian Tunnelling Centre at Holmesglen TAFE, which is a great example of collaboration between the Metro…
The Andrews Labor Government is ensuring families in Colac are one step closer to having a great local school, with works moving ahead on the upgrade of Colac West Primary School. Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney welcomed the appointment of Pattersons Insurerbuild to deliver the school’s $468,000 upgrade. Once completed, students and staff at…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:25): Today I am very pleased to advise the chamber that Victoria will host the 2023 WorldSkills Australia National Championships. WorldSkills is the nation’s largest trades and skills competition and gives hundreds of apprentices, trainees and students the chance to showcase their talents across…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (17:34): I also add my voice in thanking all of the staff here at Parliament and back in our electorate offices for the work that they do day in and day out. I would encourage anyone that is listening that has not actually…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) Incorporated pursuant to order of Council of 7 September 2021: Last week I had great pleasure in joining the member for Geelong, Christine Couzens, in making an important announcement in Bannockburn that will make such a difference for the community and especially for…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:23): I would like to highlight another outstanding development in the support of TAFE students and regional communities that occurred last week at TAFE Gippsland, Lakes Entrance. This campus is home to a state-of-the-art marine research and education centre. It focuses on providing training…
Students at Skipton Primary School are a step closer to getting the facilities they need for a great start in life, with the appointment of a builder for the school’s important upgrade. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced Ducon Maintenance Pty Ltd has been appointed to build Skipton Primary’s $4.197 million upgrade,…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (11:59): Recently I visited the Chisholm TAFE campus in Dandenong, where I was joined by the great member for Dandenong and a great minister, Gabrielle Williams, to open the new trade centre and student support hub, thanks to a $7.4 million investment by the…
One of Victoria’s most treasured sites within the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape is in for a state-of-the-art upgrade thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. On Friday, Member for Western Victoria Jaala Pulford toured the site set to be developed into a world-class visitor experience at Tae Rak, through $7 million from the Victorian Budget 2022/23.…
The Andrews Labor Government is backing Portland to create more jobs across a diverse range of industries, while providing the housing workers need through the newly opened Portland Diversification Fund. Minister for Regional Development Mary-Anne Thomas today announced the $7.5 million Fund is open for applications as part of the $17.4 million Portland Economic Diversification…
The Andrews Labor Government is investing in Victoria’s agriculture workforce of the future, with an extra investment in agriculture education in secondary schools supporting more students to embark on a career in the primary industries. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced applications are now open for the Labor Government’s $5.5 million Secondary…
The Andrews Labor Government is backing Bannockburn and district netballers with the redevelopment of a new female friendly pavilion at the town’s Victoria Park. Member for Geelong, Christine Couzens and Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney, today visited Bannockburn Football and Netball Club to formally announce a $1.1 million contribution towards the project which will…
The Andrews Labor Government is boosting safety in Cobden with a large section of Lavers Hill-Cobden Road rebuilt – providing a vital connection for freight and tourism in the southwest. Crews have worked over the past few months to rebuild 3.7 kilometres of Lavers Hill-Cobden Road, making it one of the biggest maintenance upgrades in…
Bolwarra Primary School students now have the facilities they need for a great start in life with the Andrews Labor Government completing an important upgrade at the school. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced works are now complete on the school’s upgrade to the school playground, which included the installation of new…
Deans Marsh-Lorne Road has been made safer for hundreds of road users including local drivers and tourists thanks to landslip stabilisation works by the Andrews Labor Government. Crews rebuilt the slope along the road, about one kilometre south of Deans Marsh, to further protect the road and reduce the likelihood of potential closures following heavy…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (17:43): This is the most significant reform to financial assistance for victims of crime in over 50 years. I will detail responses to many of the matters that have been raised; however, it is important to note that the government will work with victim-survivors…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:28): Today is an important day, National Sorry Day, a day when we acknowledge the strength of stolen generations survivors. It is a day to ensure that we never lose sight of the importance of healing, focusing on strong future and the significance…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (11:19): I thank members for their contributions on this bill so far, which will support Victoria’s agriculture industry and help safeguard food security, food safety and access to export markets which are vital to the state’s economy. Ms Bath discussed some questions which have…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) Incorporated pursuant to order of Council of 7 September 2021: This week Portarlington Demons Football Netball Club are hosting their inaugural Indigenous round, during National Reconciliation Week 2022. The AFL of course celebrates a Dreamtime round each year, where players wear unique jumpers and…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:23): I am incredibly proud to update the chamber on the important role that Apprenticeships Victoria plays in supporting apprentices and trainees to achieve qualifications that are a career passport for life. This government is absolutely committed to ensuring that apprentices and trainees…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (11:57): This week is Education Week, and I am proud that the Andrews Labor government has committed to access and inclusion in education, training and skills. Last week it was my privilege to attend RMIT to announce the diploma of Auslan and the…
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting our local veteran community and honouring their incredible sacrifice with funding to Warrnambool RSL Sub-Branch. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced Warrnambool RSL Sub-Branch would receive over $12,000 to refit the veterans services entrance area and reconfigure existing office spaces to add new facilities to support…
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting our local veteran community and honouring their incredible sacrifice with funding to Terang RSL Sub-Branch. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced Terang RSL Sub-Branch would receive over $13,000 to undertake repairs to the floor at Terang RSL Hall. It’s one of 50 projects across the state…
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting our local veteran community and honouring their incredible sacrifice with funding to Colac Legacy Club. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced Colac Legacy Club would receive $5,000 to undertake renovations at Legacy House. It’s one of 50 projects across the state to share in $1.1 million…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:05): Last week I was proud to announce more than $1 million to be awarded by the Regional and Specialist Training Fund to Victoria University’s policing recruitment pathways course. This important investment builds on the extremely successful Victoria Police diversity recruitment program which supports…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) Incorporated pursuant to order of Council of 7 September 2021: Recently, I had the great pleasure to officially open the new Garvoc community hub. This wonderful centre was built to replace the old Garvoc hall, which did not meet the modern-day needs of…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:21): I recently had the pleasure of travelling to Swan Hill, where I met students, teachers and staff at Murray Adult Community Education, who deliver training to Swan Hill locals and the broader regional community. I was really impressed with what I saw…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:21): I recently had the pleasure of travelling to Swan Hill, where I met students, teachers and staff at Murray Adult Community Education, who deliver training to Swan Hill locals and the broader regional community. I was really impressed with what I saw…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (13:46): Today I rise to pay tribute to Professor Peter Noonan, whose leadership in policy design in the higher education, training and skills system led the way for transformational reforms in Australia. His commitment and sharp insights always put the student at the…
The Andrews Labor Government is making sure students at Hampden Specialist School have better learning environments, with a huge investment to deliver major upgrade for the growing school. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced the Victorian Budget 2022/23 will invest $4.3 million to replace relocatable buildings with new permanent facilities at Hampden…
The Andrews Labor Government is making sure students at Grasmere Primary School have better learning environments, with a huge investment to deliver a major upgrade for the growing school. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced the Victorian Budget 2022/23 will invest $2.6 million to deliver upgrades to existing facilities at the school.…
The Andrews Labor Government is getting on with ensuring older Victorians get the high-quality care and comfort they deserve, with a modern redevelopment of the public aged care facility in Camperdown. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced the Victorian Budget 2022/23 will deliver the redevelopment of Merindah Lodge Nursing Home and Merindah…
The Andrews Labor Government is investing in a suite of new projects across regional and rural Victoria to deliver the infrastructure that locals and visitors need. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle today announced $1,270,319 for the East Beach Precinct project, which is part of the Labor Government’s Regional Infrastructure Fund – Round 2. The…
The Andrews Labor Government is investing more than $7.5 million into Victorian not-for-profit organisations to deliver innovative educational programs that enrich the learning experience of students across the state. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced Warrnambool Art Gallery (WAG) is among almost 80 organisations who will receive a share of the funding,…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:30): As Minister for Training and Skills and Minister for Higher Education I am focused on ensuring that universities and the VET sector work in unison to deliver the research to create new industries and provide the highest quality training in skills to…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:04:214:): Today I am proud to advise the house of the leadership taken by Victorian universities in research and development. This has been made possible by the Victorian Higher Education State Investment Fund. Today I announced $17 million of funding to support 12 Victorian…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) Incorporated pursuant to order of Council of 7 September 2021: On another note, how fantastic it is to see leadership from young women like Terang’s Sophie Molan, who has joined her family business to work in quarries driving 50 tonnes of earthmoving machinery.…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) Incorporated pursuant to order of Council of 7 September 2021: It is with great pleasure that I rise today to congratulate Geelong’s Back to Back Theatre for an outstanding accomplishment on the world stage, winning the International Ibsen Award. Back to Back’s ensemble…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:05): I am pleased to update the house on how the Andrews Labor government is building world-class training facilities in Geelong. Last week it was great to announce a $2 million investment at the Gordon’s East Geelong campus to build new plumbing and carpentry workshops.…
Construction is forging ahead on a major redevelopment of the main boat ramp at Lake Bullen Merri, near Camperdown in Victoria’s south-west. The upgrade, worth up to $2.5 million, is a key part of the Andrews Labor Government’s focus on reinvesting boater licence and registration fees through the Better Boating Fund and will make it…
The wait is over for local anglers and visitors following the completion of critical repairs at Warrnambool’s historic harbour. The Andrews Labor Government invested $250,000 in emergency funds to repair the Warrnambool Breakwater after a storm caused significant damage in April 2021. The works have restored pedestrian access to the breakwater and parapet walkway, with…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:06): Yesterday the results of Universities Australia’s 2021 National Student Safety Survey were released. It is deeply concerning and an indictment on our society that sexual harassment and gender discrimination still occur at universities throughout Australia. The results reinforce the distressing fact that students,…