A chance to celebrate Australia’s many languages
Every five years, the Census provides a snapshot of the diverse mix of languages and cultures in Australia.
With just under six months to go...
Free Coronavirus vaccines underway in Victoria
Coronavirus vaccines have begun being rolled out across Victoria with Victorians most at risk of exposure the first to be vaccinated.
Minister for Health Martin...
Birthday reflection: Number 18 and its significance
I celebrated my birthday on the 18th of February. Every birthday is a significant milestone in the journey of life. Normally, the hoi polloi...
Facebook to restore Australian news pages in coming days
Social media giant Facebook has decided to reverse its decision to block Australian users sharing news on its site after the government agreed to...
$8 million in support for multicultural communities
The Andrew Labor Government’s CALD Communities Taskforce is continuing to partner with local communities to make sure they get the support they need throughout...
In Australia vs Google and Facebook, does journalism really benefit?
In the global media landscape right now, “A” stands for Australia.
The country is the setting of a titanic struggle between its news media giants,...
Record-breaking magic of theatre returns to Melbourne
Melbourne’s ground-breaking production of hit play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child resumes tonight (Feb 25) after an 11-month hiatus, underlining Victoria’s continued recovery and...
Opening doors for Victorians to move into high-tech jobs
The Andrews Labor Government is backing Victorians to transition into high-growth digital career pathways with a new retraining program for 200 workers launching this...
Victoria paving the way for ban on single-use plastics
The Andrews Labor Government will ban specific single-use plastics—like straws, cutlery, plates and polystyrene containers—across Victoria to reduce the significant amount of plastic waste...
Free public transport for senior & carer card holders
Senior Victorians and Carer Card holders will be able to enjoy free public transport from 21 to 28 March 2021.
Minister for Disability, Ageing and...