More than 300 V/Line train drivers are learning to drive on new infrastructure, in preparation for dozens of extra services to run on the Ballarat line. Drivers are familiarising themselves with key improvements delivered as part of the Ballarat Line Upgrade, including additional tracks, updated..

The Andrews Labor Government is continuing to back veterans and ensure they have the support they need to live happy and healthy lives. Member for Buninyong Michaela Settle and Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison welcomed Minister for Veterans Shaun Leane at the Ballarat Veterans Assistance..

The Andrews Labor Government is modernising and upgrading libraries across the state, with councils now able to apply for dedicated new funding. Minister for Local Government Shaun Leane today announced applications for this year’s round of the Living Libraries Infrastructure Program were open. The $10..

Ballarat residents now have the chance to see firsthand the improvements the new Lake Wendouree lighting system will have on their lives, thanks to an investment from the Victorian Government. Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison today viewed two trial lights installed at the Steve Moneghetti..

The Ballarat GovHub is the region’s first building to officially recognise one of its most important Traditional Owners, naming a key part of the project after esteemed Wadawurrung Ancestor, Catobeen. Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison and Member for Buninyong Michaela Settle today toured the soon-to-be-completed..

Local Ballarat football, netball, cricket, soccer, ultimate frisbee, and touch football are just some of the sports set to set to light up thanks to new lighting at Russell Square Recreation Reserve in Ballarat. Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison MP today joined City of Ballarat..

The Victorian Government is strengthening food relief services across Ballarat ensuring healthy food reaches locals in need. Member for Buninyong Michaela Settle and Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison today announced that local organisations Ballarat Neighbourhood Centre, Ballarat Seventh-day Adventist Church and Uniting Care Ballarat will..

Local Ballarat football, netball, and cricket are just some of the sports set to benefit from new female friendly facilities at Western Oval in Ballarat. Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison MP today joined Cr Samantha McIntosh from City of Ballarat to officially open the new..

The growing junior and senior ranks at Ballarat Soccer Club can now practice their skills day and night thanks to new pitch lighting at the popular Pleasant Street Reserve in Ballarat. Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison MP today joined City of Ballarat Councillor Belinda Coates..

The Andrews Labor Government is creating jobs in regional Victoria and working to protect gallery and museum collections as part of the Working for Victoria initiative. Minister for Employment Jaala Pulford today visited the Art Gallery of Ballarat to announce 20 jobseekers will be employed..

The Andrews Labor Government is taking action to help vulnerable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children remain connected with their community and country, as more Aboriginal children in care transition to Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations. Minister for Child Protection Luke Donnellan today attended the online..

Visitors to Ballarat will enjoy a new place to say with today’s opening of the new Quest Hotel at the Ballarat Station Precinct, thanks to support from the Andrews Labor Government. Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison was today joined by representatives from the City of..

Back when the dot-com boom began and Javascript was launched, Ballarat was kicking off its own digital tech revolution with the opening of the IBM Ballarat Regional Delivery Centre and the Ballarat Technology Park. Minister for Innovation, Medical Research and the Digital Economy Jaala Pulford..

The Andrews Labor Government is boosting investment in the redevelopment of Ballarat Base Hospital, ensuring the region’s families and dedicated hospital staff get the world-class facilities they deserve and need to treat thousands more patients a year. The Victorian Budget 2020/21 includes $178.2 million for..

Victorian schools will receive a funding boost to deliver small but important upgrades thanks to the Andrews Labor Government’s $70 million Minor Capital Works Fund. Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison today announced that Dana St Primary School has been allocated $500,000 as part of the..

Ballarat line passengers will have more travel options than ever before, with 125 new services added to the timetable every week as the Victorian Government’s Ballarat Line Upgrade delivers major improvements to the rail corridor. Minister for Transport Infrastructure Jacinta Allan today announced as part..

When the Andrews Labor Government was elected, we promised to put people first. As our state begins its recovery from the global pandemic, people will continue to be our priority. The Victorian Budget 2020/21 delivers on the investments that will see our community recover –..

This year, Ballarat families have done an incredible job in supporting students to learn from home. As kids get back into the classroom, we want to make sure they have the fantastic new learning spaces they deserve. The Andrews Labor Government has built and upgraded..