News and articles
News of major activities and announcements from across the department, plus articles featuring the people, projects and programs driving economic growth and prosperity across Victoria.
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Victoria hosts the inaugural Quad Fellowship Summit
From 6 to 11 June 2023, Victoria hosted a diverse and dynamic group of scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians from Australia, India, Japan and the United States for the inaugural Quad Fellowship Summit.
More events to boost Melbourne’s economy and jobs
A bumper line-up of events across Greater Melbourne will attract more visitors, boost employment, and support local businesses.
Major Projects Skills Guarantee supporting local workers
The next generation of skilled local workers are being given the opportunity to kick-start their careers and pick up crucial industry skills on high-value projects.
New Medtech Skills and Device Hub for Melbourne
Victoria’s status as a global leader in medical technology is set to grow with the establishment of an Australian-first hub for skills and device development.
Victoria’s clean economy workforce driving net-zero
The Victorian Government is supporting the state’s workforce as we move towards net zero by 2045, releasing a 10-year clean economy plan to create the training and skills opportunities for workers, businesses, and industry.
Finalists for the 2023 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards announced
Finalists for this year’s Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards feature some of Victoria’s most accomplished, innovative, and visionary manufacturing businesses and individuals.
Wycheproof wetlands precinct to boost nature based tourism
A new wetlands precinct in the Loddon-Mallee region is set to attract more visitors, delivering a major tourism boost and creating more local jobs.
Local innovators recognised at Victorian Startup Awards
Leading Victorian startups and entrepreneurs, including those transforming traditional industries like banking and legal wills, have been honoured at the Governor of Victoria Startup Awards.
Report shows Victoria maintains the lead in sportstech race
The latest Sports Innovation Report by the Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN) shows that Victoria continues to claim the largest share of the country’s $4.25 billion sportstech sector.
New master plan to strengthen Victoria’s visitor economy
Experience Victoria 2033 sets out the vision to grow Victoria’s tourism industry and create jobs over the next 10 years.
Victoria’s biggest student survey is underway
The Student Satisfaction Survey is Victoria’s biggest student survey and an important chance for vocational education and training students to have their say on the quality and relevance of their training.
SummerTech LIVE program helps students become job ready and businesses boost digital skills
Thanks to a Victorian Government program, more than 170 technology students used their summer break to get hands-on experience while also helping Victorian businesses solve real-world tech challenges.