Development of a RayGen solar power system will receive $1 million in funding from the Victorian Government. In addition to the $41 million in funding for the Energy Technology Innovation…
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Victorian based council redevelops stadium
The Skilled Stadium redevelopment has received funds from the City of Greater Geelong, the Victorian Government and the Federal Government. As the council owns the stadium and development site, it…
Melbourne gets in on the green act
By Lilia Guan The Victorian Parliament has passed legislation to support large scale environmental retrofits of city buildings. The City of Melbourne Act has been amended to enable…
Vic Govt invests $21m in fire prediction system
The Victorian Government has launched an Australian-first fire prediction and early warning system that will deliver specific and detailed information on the spread of fires to help protect the lives…
Brumby to streamline planning for renewable energy projects
By Rob O'Brien Planning processes for renewable energy projects will be streamlined with Victorian councils receiving support to administer wind farm permits, the State Government has announced. The Brumby Government…
Neville launches 10-year plan to address ageing communities
By Rob O'Brien Initiatives including more local government support to help older Australians living in rural and remote communities will form part of a 10-year plan to address the state’s ageing population,…
Vic Ombudsman slams culture of denial
By Rob O'Brien Local government continues to represent the largest number of complaints made to the Victorian Ombudsman, according to a report tabled in Parliament today. In his 2010 annual…
Scholarships for LG women
The Victorian Government has announced funding to support getting more women into leadership roles in local government. New scholarships funded by the Brumby Government will help more women in local…
Brumby doubles rebates for hybrid cars
Rebates offered for registrations for hybrid and electric vehicles would double under a new plan to drive down emissions and drive new investment in cleaner, greener industries, Victorian Premier John…
Victoria to introduce anti-corruption body
By Angela Dorizas The Victorian Government will establish an anti-corruption commission under sweeping changes to the state’s public sector integrity system. The Government will adopt the Proust Model for public…