The Victorian Government is giving every child the opportunity to learn more through play, with grants for fun and educational toys and equipment rolling out to around 2,900 kindergartens across the state. Member for Williamstown today announced a $5,000 grant for every Victorian Government-funded kindergarten and long day-care service in the area to buy new…
Friday, 11 August 2023 Construction will soon kick off on a complete upgrade of the Williamstown Jetty with community funding provided by the Victorian Government’s West Gate Neighbourhood Fund. A $500,000 partnership was secured for the major refurbishment and the community project is scheduled for completion at the end of this year. The works will…
24 July 2023 The Andrews Labor Government is delivering on the promise we made to Victorians at last year’s election – improving air quality in Melbourne’s inner western suburbs by modernizing truck fleets and sealing local roads. As part of a $20 million package, $15 million will target truck operators who regularly use inner western…
Wednesday, 12 July 2023 The next generation of Yarraville soccer stars can look forward to emulating their Matildas’ World Cup heroes under the bright lights thanks to the completion of new competition lighting at McIvor Reserve. Member for Williamstown Melissa Horne today joined representatives from home club Yarraville Glory to flick the switch and officially…
Friday, 7 July 2023 Locals and visitors alike will again be able to enjoy Workshops Pier in Williamstown’s historic maritime precinct, thanks to Andrews Labor Government funding for restoration and repair works. Minister for Ports and Freight Melissa Horne said the $6 million package announced in the Victorian Budget 2023/24 would breathe new life into…
04 July 2023 The Andrews Labor Government is backing local governments to improve road safety, particularly for pedestrians and cyclists. The Labor Government has today launched this year’s TAC Local Government Grant Program, with applications now open to local government authorities for grants to fund road safety projects. Analysis grants of up to $30,000 and…
Monday, 3 July 2023 The Andrews Labor Government has repaired the bluestone seawall at Point Gellibrand Coastal Heritage Park, so that communities in Melbourne’s west can continue to enjoy the much-loved promenade for years to come. Minister for Environment Ingrid Stitt announced the repairs had been delivered as part of the Labor Government’s $21 million…
Tuesday, 30 May 2023 The Andrews Labor government is doing what matters and delivering on our election commitment to Altona families. As part of the 23/24 budget, we are allocating funds ensuring promises we made during the election campaign to upgrade and modernise Altona Primary school’s playground with dedicated funding of $1.2 million. This continues…
Friday, 24 March 2023 The Andrews Labor Government is expanding a multi-million-dollar infrastructure partnership with a council in Melbourne’s southwest, in response to growing demand in the area. Creating a new two room modular kindergarten in Altona North, the Building Blocks Partnership with the City of Hobsons Bay is supported with a contribution of up…
Tuesday, 9 May 2023 The Andrews Labor Government is giving more community groups across the state the chance to receive grants to deliver projects that boost road safety in their local areas. Minister for Roads and Road Safety Melissa Horne today encouraged groups to apply for their share of $600,000 as part of the 2023…