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02/09/2026

Paynesville’s new Slip Road Maritime Precinct is looking ship-shape and ready to go! ⛵

We’ve partnered with East Gippsland Shire Council and AusGov Infrastructure to develop this precinct, which will provide a boost to local businesses, draw more visitors to the region and support east Gippsland’s maritime industries.

Learn more: https://go.vic.gov.au/4cmwMGL

Footage courtesy of Carter Marine Group

Visit Gippsland | Visit East Gippsland

01/09/2026

Upgrades are now complete at the Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium in Traralgon. ✅

Across the 3 lead contractors and design teams, more than 50 direct jobs were supported and an extra 66 businesses engaged. A large portion of materials were also sourced locally.

The stadium now boasts:
• upgraded foyer
• upgraded lighting across the venue including the show court
• new broadcasting facilities
• new and refurbished amenities and changerooms, including for referees
• storage facilities
• automated blinds and external roller shutters
• solar panels, batteries and more.

Find out more: https://go.vic.gov.au/49vAZWX

01/09/2026

Seeing sick or dead animals can be hard to witness and make us feel a range of emotions such as sadness, grief, anger and helplessness.

It is natural to feel this way.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, it’s important to ask for help.

Where to get help:

• talk to your general practitioner (GP)
• contact your local https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/mental-health-and-wellbeing-hubs

🔗 More information and resources (in English and 35 other languages) is available via:
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/trauma-reaction-and-recovery

REPORT sick or dead wildlife online through the Agriculture Victoria website: agriculture.vic.gov.au/birdflu

Victorian Department of Health

Wonthaggi’s new worker accommodation build is looking better by the day! 🏠 The town will soon welcome more healthcare wo...
31/08/2026

Wonthaggi’s new worker accommodation build is looking better by the day! 🏠

The town will soon welcome more healthcare workers, with the new accommodation at Bayside Health Regional nearing completion.

The two-storey building will offer 20 self-contained units for a range of staff, strengthening service delivery on the Bass Coast.

It’s one of nearly 50 projects supported by our Regional Worker Accommodation Fund.

Learn more: https://go.vic.gov.au/4gAKNSk

Check out these new homes. 🏠 Built for staff at the Kerang District Health, the two and three-bedroom homes will help at...
28/08/2026

Check out these new homes. 🏠

Built for staff at the Kerang District Health, the two and three-bedroom homes will help attract and retain doctors and clinical staff.

It’s one of many projects we’re delivering to support regional health services – including at Kyabram, Robinvale, Benalla, Timboon, Shepparton, Bairnsdale, Colac and Omeo.

Across the state, our Regional Worker Accommodation Fund has activated more than $300 million in private investment to build accommodation that supports communities, key regional employers, industries and of workers.

Learn more: https://go.vic.gov.au/3UR3n1c

That’s a record! 🏆 Victoria’s tourism industry added $40 billion to the state economy in 2024-25.  We’re delivering infr...
26/08/2026

That’s a record! 🏆

Victoria’s tourism industry added $40 billion to the state economy in 2024-25.

We’re delivering infrastructure to help unlock more opportunities – including at the Twelve Apostles, where a stunning new visitor precinct is nearing completion.

The precinct will include a world-class visitor experience centre, expanded carparking, a rooftop lookout, restaurant, kiosk, gallery space and expansive native gardens.

With more than 2 million people visiting the Twelve Apostles each year, the new precinct will play a major role in supporting regional businesses, the tourism sector and the state’s important visitor economy.

This project is part of a $676 million partnership between the Australian and Victorian governments, and the City of Greater Geelong, to unlock the economic potential of the region.

Learn more: https://go.vic.gov.au/47R7ZZ1

This new sports facility has just opened its doors in Ballarat. 🙌 The new pavilion at Frank Bourke Oval has everything t...
25/08/2026

This new sports facility has just opened its doors in Ballarat. 🙌

The new pavilion at Frank Bourke Oval has everything the North Ballarat Football & Netball Club and North Ballarat Cricket Club need to attract more players, bring people together and support active lifestyles.

Backed by $5 million from our Council Support Package and more than $100,000 from City of Ballarat, the pavilion is one of several projects that are transforming the Ballarat Major Events Precinct.

Learn more: https://go.vic.gov.au/4iqBoPI

25/08/2026

Completion is fast approaching for the upgrades Mars Stadium in the Ballarat Major Events Precinct. ✅

Managing Director Andrew Vandebyl from local steel fabrication company Plinius Engineering speaks about:
⚫ the complexity of the project
⚫ jobs created for the local workforce
⚫ how it’s producing young stars in the AFLW.

Read more: https://go.vic.gov.au/4gCSmbo

24/08/2026

As H5 bird flu continues to spread, housing requirements have been extended for at least 28 days for poultry flocks of 50 or more birds along the south of the state.

Poultry owners in these areas must continue to house their birds or otherwise take measures to prevent contact with wild birds wherever practical.

Confining poultry is still recommended in other areas, where possible.

Housing poultry is an additional risk mitigation option aimed at reducing exposure of poultry to infected wildlife. Wild birds are a known source of H5 bird flu.

Stringent biosecurity practices remain essential.

The ACCC non-enforcement of free-range labelling applies for up to 90 days while a housing order or a recommendation is in place.

If you notice unexplained illness or deaths in your birds, report it immediately to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.

We’re beefing up Victorian agribusiness jobs by helping a Geelong business bring this new facility to life. M.C. Herd is...
24/08/2026

We’re beefing up Victorian agribusiness jobs by helping a Geelong business bring this new facility to life.

M.C. Herd is creating 74 jobs by expanding its Corio meat processing facility with support from our Victorian Investment Fund.

The expansion will deliver:
- almost $38 million in capital investment over five years
- a reduction in manual handling
- improved water usage
- increased production

M.C Herd is a family-run business that employs more than 300 workers at its Corio site, supporting Victoria’s nation-leading agriculture and food processing workforce.

Find out more: https://go.vic.gov.au/4wPtsLF

Image: Works underway at M.C. Herd’s expanded facility.

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