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FUNDING BOOST TO FUEL REGIONAL STARTUPS

The Andrews Labor Government will invest $2.4 million to boost access and participation in the state’s booming startup sector, with a focus on regional Victorian communities. The funding will be invested through LaunchVic and will support 15 projects across 26 local government areas in Victoria..

CRIME DOWN IN SUNBURY

New figures released today by the independent Crime Statistics Agency show the six-year crime trend that started in 2011 has been turned around, with people in Hume experiencing a decline in crime rates for the past 12 months. Member for Sunbury Josh Bull said the..

Victorian businesses awarded energy assessment grants

Alba Cheese in Tullamarine has recently been awarded a $50,000 grant to help reduce its energy usage under the $6.1 million Victorian Government’s Boosting Business Productivity Program. The program, delivered by Sustainability Victoria, supports businesses with three different efficiency grants, a sustainable finance service, training..

MORE KINDER FOR FAMILIES IN MELBOURNE’S NORTH WEST

Thursday, 17 May, 2018 The Andrews Labor Government is helping families access bigger, better kindergarten services, with two kinders officially completing renovations. Member for Sunbury Josh Bull today visited Stewarts Lane Kindergarten in Sunbury and Taylor Drive Preschool in Gladstone Park – both which have..

COMMUNITY’S PLANS FOR JACKSONS HILL A STEP CLOSER

A complete rejuvenation of Sunbury’s iconic Jacksons Hill is a step closer thanks to a major planning breakthrough. Member for Sunbury Josh Bull announced today that the Andrews Labor Government will buy the former Victoria University campus, paving the way for a major redevelopment complete..

EMERGENCY VOLUNTEERS TO SHARE IN $13.34M IN GRANTS

EMERGENCY VOLUNTEERS TO SHARE IN $13.34M in GRANTS Volunteer emergency-service groups can apply for Andrews Labor Government grants of up to $150,000 to help buy operational equipment and fund minor facility upgrades. Josh Bull, Member for Sunbury today urged local groups to apply for the..

GETTING BEHIND NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSES IN SUNBURY

The Andrews Labor Government is delivering record new funding to neighbourhood houses across Victoria to support their staff, their volunteers and the local communities they serve. As part of the Victorian Budget 2018/2019, the Labor Government will invest $21.8 million across the neighbourhood house network..

GIVING GLADSTONE PARK KIDS THE SCHOOL THEY DESERVE

Students in Gladstone Park will have the modern classrooms and school facilities they need to get the great education they deserve, thanks to a major upgrade by the Andrews Labor Government. Josh Bull, Member for Sunbury today announced Gladstone Park Primary School will get $1.5..

BUILDING A BETTER SUNBURY ROAD

Drivers in Sunbury will get a faster, less congested commute with major upgrades to Sunbury Road. The works will be part of the Andrews Labor Government’s Suburban Roads Upgrade – the biggest investment in suburban roads in Victoria’s history – to fix 22 key suburban..

A GREAT SPECIAL SCHOOL FOR SUNBURY FAMILIES

Hundreds of students with disabilities across Sunbury will benefit from better classrooms and school buildings thanks to a funding injection by the Andrews Labor Government. Member for Sunbury Josh Bull today announced $10.8 million for upgrades to the Sunbury campus of the Sunbury and Macedon..

VINEYARD ROAD SHARED PATH NEARING FINISH LINE

The Andrews Labor Government is nearing completion on a vital connection which for the first time will link cyclists and pedestrians between Diggers Rest and Sunbury.

PICK YOUR PROJECT IN SUNBURY

Locals in Sunbury will be given the chance to nominate and decide on their own funding under a new community building fund, announced today by the Andrews Labor Government. The new grassroots democracy program, Pick My Project, will be backed by $30 million from the..

PLANNING UNDERWAY FOR SUNBURY CAR PARK EXPANSION  

The Andrews Labor Government is advancing plans to provide more car parking for commuters using Sunbury station. The announcement follows the $60 million Victorian Budget 2018/19 allocation announced earlier this week which will deliver over 2,000 new car parks at busy metropolitan stations including Belgrave,..

GAP AND HORNE UPGRADE MOVES A STEP CLOSER

Work to improve traffic flow at one of Sunbury’s busiest intersections will begin within weeks, with a contract awarded for the Gap Road and Horne Street intersection upgrade.   Member for Sunbury Josh Bull today announced that Winslow Constructors will build the project.   The..

SUPPORTING YOUNG FAMILIES WITH SUNBURY SUPER SITE

The Andrews Labor Government is creating a community super site in Sunbury, linking a new kindergarten to schools, family services and community facilities so families can access them all at one handy location. Premier Daniel Andrews, Minister for Early Childhood Education Jenny Mikakos and Member..

WORK TO GET UNDERWAY ON VINEYARD ROAD BIKE PATH

In a win for cyclists and pedestrians, work is being fast-tracked on the brand new shared user path between Sunbury and Diggers Rest along Vineyard Road. Member for Sunbury Josh Bull today announced works on stage 1 of the $1.1 million project will start next..

Works Start on Groundbreaking Sunbury Learning Centre

Member for Sunbury Josh Bull today announced the start of works on the Hume Global Learning Centre in Sunbury. The $19 million project is supported by the Victorian Government through a $3 million Growing Suburbs Fund (GSF) grant. Mr Bull said the new centre, located..

MAKING SURE YOUTH GET A SEAT AT THE TABLE

The Sunbury Youth Advisory Council welcomed is newest members this week at its first meeting for 2018. With Member for Sunbury Josh Bull MP, welcoming the group of eager new members keen to have their voices heard. The Sunbury YAC is made up of 10..