State Government
Save money on power
Victorian households can access a new round of the $250 Power Saving Bonus within weeks.
Inclusion course for teachers
Victorian teachers can access two new post-graduate courses that aim to strengthen inclusivity for students of all abilities.
State plastic ban weeks away
An impending State Government ban on single-use plastics is not likely to affect Colac businesses, a chamber of commerce official says.
Planning rules for riversides
New State Government rules restrict the development of buildings and fences, the removal of vegetation and earthworks along the Barwon River at Birregurra and Winchelsea.
EDITORIAL: Time to lift Lake Colac’s boating speed limit
The State Government and its agencies have some explaining to do about Lake Colac’s ridiculous five-knot speed limit for vessels.
Minister to exit state politics
Upper House Member for Western Victoria Jaala Pulford is not seeking re-election, after 12 years in parliament.
Bay boat ramp upgrade starts
Work is powering ahead at the Apollo Bay boat ramp, with the State Government building two new floating pontoons to boost boating capacity at the iconic coastal location.
Nursing scholarships for Victorians
The State Government is offering free university and specialist training for thousands of nurses and midwives.