Communities in Western Victoria are invited to join the conversation on the future of community renewable energy projects in Victoria. Local residents can join the wider Victorian community, local government and industry to have input on the future of community renewable energy projects in Victoria. The Andrews Labor Government recently launched the Community Renewable Energy…
Businesses, investors, tourism associations and local councils in Western Victoria can now apply for a new round of grants for major tourism infrastructure projects that boost the economy and create jobs. Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney MP said the Tourism Demand Driver Infrastructure grants were an ideal opportunity for local organisations to get help…
It has been four weeks since the Andrews Labor Government announced the nation’s first permanent ban on fracking and coal seam gas, yet it is still unclear whether the Liberals and Nationals will support the ban. Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney MP is calling on the Coalition to come clean to Victorians: do they…
Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney MP has welcomed the launch of the Andrews Labor Government’s new $34 million Regional Skills Fund. Targeted, place-based skills and development will be provided under the $34 million package ensuring that local communities, including the most disadvantaged groups, will get the training they need for the jobs they want.…
Nearly $100,000 has been awarded to support 10 local crime prevention projects in Western Victoria under the latest round of the Victorian Government’s Community Safety Fund grants. The Community Safety Fund provides up to $10,000 for councils and community groups across Victoria to help reduce local crime and improve community safety. The latest round of…
Local Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney MP today announced applications for 2017 National Youth Week grants have officially opened in Western Victoria. Ms Tierney said grants of up to $2000 were available for councils, community organisations and schools to support local young people to plan and host events and activities during National Youth Week…
Outstanding Victorians who have helped their communities become safer and better prepared for emergencies have been recognised at the 2016 Resilient Australia Awards ceremony in Melbourne today. The national awards recognise local projects that help communities become more resilient before, during and after natural disasters, such as bushfires, heatwaves and storms. Minister for Emergency Services…
Boom gates and flashing lights have been installed at the Sandys Lane level crossing in Gnotuk, boosting safety for passengers at the intersection. Sandys Lane, now fitted with warning lights, bells and booms, is the second crossing upgraded as part of the Andrews Labor Government’s $50 million Safer Country Crossing Program, after work at Phalps…
Local community and environmental group ANGAIR (Anglesea, Aireys Inlet Society for the Protection of Flora & Fauna) has had their hard work acknowledged by the Andrews Labor Government in the latest round of Coastcare grants. Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney MP said community organisations were encouraged to apply for funding from the $150,000 Coastcare Victoria…
Students in Bannockburn are a step closer to having the facilities they deserve, with work starting on the new Bannockburn Prep – Year 12 School. Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney MP today joined parents, students and teachers to turn the first sod to mark the start of construction. The brand new facility will include:…
