Vital works to repair the Warrnambool Breakwater will soon begin, allowing closed sections of the facility to reopen to the public. The Andrews Labor Government has invested $250,000 from the 2021/22 Local Port Program to deliver critical repairs to the iconic Warrnambool landmark at Lady Bay. Repairs will begin shortly on rendering and replacing handrails…
The Victorian Government is empowering Victoria’s south west to prepare and adapt to the impacts of climate change following the development of a new community-led adaptation strategy. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney said the Barwon South West Adaptation Strategy is one of six being delivered across Victoria and will provide practical ways for…
The Andrews Labor Government is providing a $25 million funding boost for youth programs, offering more opportunities for young people to reconnect with their communities as the state recovers from the pandemic. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced that five organisations in Western Victoria will share in $10.2 million through the FReeZA…
As the school year draws to a close, the Andrews Labor Government is supporting Forrest Primary School to complete a small but vital upgrade through the Minor Capital Works Fund. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced Forrest Primary School will share in more than $18.6 million to fast-track their highest priority project…
Sensory play equipment, outdoor learning spaces and kitchen gardens are among a number of innovative school building projects the Andrews Labor Government is supporting, making sure every Victorian student has the opportunity to fully participate and succeed. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced Portland Bay School will share in more than $6.6…
Students in Victoria’s south west now have access to the first-rate school facilities they deserve with the Andrews Labor Government completing upgrades at Warrnambool Primary School and Allansford and District Primary School. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced works are now complete on Warrnambool Primary School’s minor works upgrade, which included the…
Better facilities are on their way for students at Portland South Primary School with the appointment of a builder for the school’s Minor Capital Works Fund project thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced Johns Lyng Makesafe Builders has been appointed to deliver the upgrade. The Labor…
A plan for the future of Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve near Warrnambool will secure one of Victoria’s most important conservation and cultural heritage areas for all to enjoy. Labor Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney today announced the release of the final Tower Hill Activation and Linkages Plan after a second round of community consultation received nearly 250 submissions. The Victorian…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:23): On the final sitting day of Parliament this year I am proud to rise to speak on the significant opportunities that have been created by the TAFE demonstration projects, which are delivering brilliant apprenticeship and training opportunities at the South West TAFE learning…
MS TIERNEY (Western Victoria—Minister for Training and Skills, Minister for Higher Education) (12:16): On Monday morning I had the great pleasure to officially open the shared space community centre at Olivine Place, Donnybrook, the first-ever growth area social planning tool partnership in Australia. Olivine Place is such an amazing place. I would encourage anyone to go…