The Andrews Labor Government is stepping in to make sure Ballarat locals living with severe mental illness and psychosocial disabilities don’t fall through the cracks of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Minister for Mental Health Martin Foley today announced $2.3 million over two years..
Ambulances arrived at the scene of emergencies on average more than two minutes quicker in the March quarter than at the height of the ambulance crisis under the former Liberal Government, new data shows. Minister for Health and Ambulance Services Jenny Mikakos today released the..
The Andrews Government is standing up for Ballarat patients who are being hit hard by Canberra’s cuts to Victoria’s hospitals. The Labor Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison, said the Morrison Government has clawed back $305 million from Victoria’s hospitals – cuts that are hurting patients,..
Ballarat’s historic Reid’s Guesthouse has been restored to its former glory after extensive heritage works funded by a $1.2 million grant from the Andrews Government. Representing Planning Minister Richard Wynne, the Labor Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison today marked the completion of works to the..
The Andrews Government is offering an additional 300 scholarships to aspiring kinder teachers, as well as $9,000 incentives to support them to move to areas where three-year-old kinder is rolling out. Labor MP, Juliana Addison, today encouraged Ballarat residents to consider pursuing careers in early..
The Andrews Government is making life easier for caravan and residential park residents, who now may be eligible to receive compensation in the event of a park closure, under new reforms coming into effect today. There has been a spate of park closures in the..
Residents and community groups across Ballarat are being encouraged to recognise the contributions made to our community by seniors by nominating them for the Victorian Senior of the Year Awards. Labor Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison, today announced nominations are open for the awards that..
The Andrews Labor Government is backing residential aged care workers in Ballarat through a new program designed to support their mental health. Minister for Workplace Safety Jill Hennessy today announced $1.27 million for a new Wellbeing Track and Change program, a partnership between Prevention United..
The Andrews Labor Government is creating up to 20 new jobs in Ballarat, as it delivers a more reliable and comfortable fleet of buses to run across Melbourne’s public transport network. Minister for Public Transport Melissa Horne today visited Ballarat automotive manufacturer OzPress Industries, which..
An extra 2,800 survivors of sexual assault across Victoria will receive crisis support and counselling as a result of a five-million dollar funding boost from the Andrews Labor Government. Minister for Prevention of Family Violence Gabrielle Williams announced the new funding during a visit to..
More than $4 million has been allocated to Ballarat students from the Victorian Government’s Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund – making sure disadvantaged students don’t miss out on vital activities with their peers. Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison, said $4.4 million in payments have been..
The Andrews Government is giving football and netball clubs in Ballarat another chance to secure funding to upgrade grounds, courts and pavilions to welcome more members than ever before. Labor Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison, today encouraged local clubs to consider applying for the next..
Labor Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison, is inviting local organisations that support veterans to apply now for grants of up to $200,000 to spruce up their buildings and facilities. The Veterans Capital Works Grant Program helps eligible organisations fund facility improvements so they can provide..
The Andrews Labor Government is helping local small businesses to grow, providing $30,000 in funding to Commerce Ballarat’s B31 Ballarat Business Festival. The funding is double the amount provided in 2018 and will support the running of the month-long festival, which will take place in..
The Andrews Government is supporting people of all abilities to participate in local sports, with a major upgrade of the Minerdome to provide a venue fit for everyone. Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison, today announced the Minerdome will be upgraded to support athletes of all..
Two innovative community rebate programs funded by the Andrews Government are helping Victorians doing it tough to reduce their water bills. Since July 2015, Victorian urban water corporations have delivered the government funded Community Rebate Program to assist their vulnerable and customers and those experiencing..
It is now safer and easier to travel through the interchange of the Midland Highway and Western Freeway at Mount Rowan, with construction of a new roundabout now complete. The new $2.5 million roundabout has drastically reduced the risk of crashes at the interchange, which..
More than 13,500 Victorians are on their way to getting the skills they need for the most in-demand jobs, as the Labor Government’s Free TAFE initiative sends enrolment numbers skyrocketing. Labor Member for Wendouree, Juliana Addison, said that February saw a 60 per cent increase..