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Helping families with the cost of living
Families want the absolute best for their kids. But with the current cost of living – uniforms, camps, sports and more – it all adds up.
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Investing in our children and young people
We understand the power of a great education. It’s why since day one, our focus has been on making sure that every young Victorian has the opportunities they deserve.
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Record investment in frontline care
We know how important our hospitals and healthcare services are for patients and their families.
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Our Big Build
Our Big Build is about getting more Victorians into a home, and more Victorians home safer and sooner.
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Skilling the workers we need for tomorrow
More Victorians are in work than ever before.
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Towards Treaty and Truth
A fairer future for Aboriginal Victorians must be led by Aboriginal Victorians. The Victorian Government walks with First Nations people in Victoria towards Truth and Treaty.
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Rural and regional Victoria
No matter where you live in Victoria – everyone deserves access to good schools, world-class care and secure jobs close to home.
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Keeping communities safe
Every Victorian deserves to have confidence that when they need help, it’s never far away.
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Protecting our great outdoors
Victoria is renowned for its natural environment – and with good reason.
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A fairer, stronger, more connected Victoria
The Victorian Government is building a fairer, stronger, and more connected state.
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