Regional Development Victoria news

• Strengthening Geelong’s events reputation19/05/2022
  

  Victoria is cementing itself as Australia’s events capital with the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust to operate the much-anticipated Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCEC).

• Transforming Timboon into a top tourism town19/05/2022
  

  Tucked in a valley north of the 12 Apostles coastline, the town of Timboon is fast becoming a foodie haven and tourist destination thanks to support from the Victorian Government.

• Mall upgrade welcomes new place in Shepparton17/05/2022
  

  Shepparton’s Maude Street Mall redevelopment continues to take shape with the opening of the new playground at Fraser Street.

• 2022 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards11/05/2022
  

  The Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards are returning for 2022 to recognise the achievements of exceptional manufacturers across the state, marking the 20th anniversary of the awards.

• Boosting manufacturing jobs in Loddon 09/05/2022
  

  The Victorian Government is backing a specialised truck-trailer manufacturing business in Macedon to create more jobs and upskill around 150 workers.

• More support to keep up with our booming regions04/05/2022
  

  The Victorian Government is backing rural and regional Victorians with new investments in schools, hospitals and roads – to create more jobs and help communities continue to thrive.

• Iconic central goldfields art gallery to be transformed03/05/2022
  

  Major works are underway set to transform Maryborough as a must-stop destination for visitors.

• Shining a spotlight on Sebastopol03/05/2022
  

  Better sporting facilities, upgrades to an RSL hall and a community garden are among a suite of projects to be delivered in Sebastopol as part of the Victorian Government’s commitment to revitalise the growth area.

• Garvoc community hall opens to the public 03/05/2022
  

  The small community of Garvoc is celebrating today, as the doors officially open on a brand-new community hub, backed by support from the Victorian Government.

• Australia’s largest book trading fair returns 02/05/2022
  

  Clunes locals will enjoy a weekend of books and storytelling at the town’s Booktown Festival, backed by a Victorian Government program designed to back the state’s vibrant community events calendar.