Regional Development Victoria news

• Aquatic Centre opens in Gippsland23/03/2021
  

  Whether it’s swimming lessons for the kids or elite competition, the new centre is a huge win for the community – creating jobs and attracting visitors from across the region

• Forestry Local Development Strategy grants launched23/03/2021
  

  Targeted support for communities impacted by changes to native timber harvesting is now available through the Victorian Forestry Plan.

• Wangaratta’s new gateway a welcome addition22/03/2021
  

  A new gateway to welcome visitors and locals arriving to Wangaratta by rail will soon be opened thanks to support from the Victorian Government.

• Growing cycle tourism in the North East22/03/2021
  

  Cyclists will soon have even more of a reason to visit North East Victoria with several exciting cycle tourism projects receiving funding through the Victorian Government’s Ride High Country Fund.

• Bacchus Marsh employment precinct powers ahead22/03/2021
  

  With a state-of-the-art gas connection, Parwan can become an innovative, export-oriented hub for agriculture and agribusinesses, and attract businesses that will provide hundreds of jobs for local people.

• Gippsland Centre of the National Institute for Forestry Products Innovation funding available19/03/2021
  

  New funding for research and development can play a key role in shaping the future of the timber industry across Victoria, boosting sustainability, jobs and economic benefits.

• Gourmet food win for Loddon Mallee producers16/03/2021
  

  From olive oil to wine to chocolate, Loddon Mallee’s small food and beverage producers are set to benefit via a grant to promote new food markets via online Geelong company, The Food Purveyor.

• Life's a beach for Cohuna locals and visitors11/03/2021
  

  Locals and visitors to the town of Cohuna in northern Victoria will have a more vibrant and accessible CBD and waterfront to enjoy, thanks to support from the Victorian Government.

• New Regional Partnership committee members appointed01/03/2021
  

  New business and community members have been appointed to Victoria’s nine Regional Partnerships, giving rural and regional communities a direct voice into the heart of the Victorian Government.

• More jobs for rural and regional Victoria24/02/2021
  

  The Victorian Government is delivering on its commitment to support regional businesses and communities to recover and thrive, with new funding ready to help companies grow jobs and attract investment