Archives: September 2011

Baillieu Turns His Back On Parents In Horsham

September 27, 2011

Families in the Horsham community have been forced to urgently seek alternative childcare arrangements following the Baillieu Government’s decision to scrap the Take-a-Break program.

More “Monster Trucks” On Our Roads Under Baillieu

September 27, 2011

A secret Baillieu Government plan to roll out “monster trucks” throughout Melbourne suburbs has now been confirmed by VicRoads.

TAGS: ports

Labor-Funded Freight Works Nearly Complete

September 27, 2011

Shadow Minister for Regional and Rural Development Jacinta Allan today inspected the site of the Wimmera Intermodal Freight Terminal at Dooen.

Grand Final Friday A Great Time For A Public Holiday

September 25, 2011

The Labor Opposition has launched a campaign calling on the Baillieu Government to consider introducing a new public holiday to celebrate the iconic AFL Grand Final.

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Baillieu’s Cuts To VCAL To Impact Students In Kilmore

September 23, 2011

Job training for students at Assumption College in Kilmore is at risk because of the Baillieu Government’s cuts to the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL).

Regional Victoria At Risk As Baillieu Abandons Bushfire Promises

September 22, 2011

The Baillieu-Ryan Government, just weeks from the fire season, has failed to deliver key election promises aimed at reducing the bushfire risk in regional Victoria.

BSafe Should Be Supported, Mr Baillieu

September 22, 2011

The future of an award-winning program that has successfully supported victims of family violence in Victoria's north remains in doubt with the Baillieu Government refusing to provide the support it needs.

Baillieu’s VCAL Funding Cut Is Unfair To Students

September 22, 2011

The Labor Opposition today launched a campaign to support the community’s concerns about the Baillieu Government’s $48 million cuts to the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program.

TAGS: education

Baillieu’s Solar Scheme Sparks Safety Fears

September 21, 2011

The Baillieu Government’s decision to abruptly end support for roof-top solar had created a massive rush to install systems sparking safety fears.

TAGS: energy

Baillieu Disregards At-Risk Youth And Their Mentors

September 21, 2011

The Baillieu Government is ignoring young Victorians by failing to fund successful youth mentoring programs.

TAGS: youth

Baillieu’s VCAL Cuts To Impact Students In Shepparton

September 21, 2011

The Baillieu Government’s decision to cut coordination funding for the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program will limit the options of young people in the Shepparton region.

TAGS: education

Miley Cyrus Puts The Heat On Baillieu Over Phillip Island

September 21, 2011

Hollywood teen star Miley Cyrus has called on the Premier to abandon his plans to develop coastal land on Phillip Island.

TAGS: planning

Do You Understand The Question, Mr Wells?

September 20, 2011

Kim Wells has today reminded Victorians why he is the hidden Treasurer of Victoria.

TAGS: treasury

Baillieu’s Unfair Wage Offer Angers Workers

September 20, 2011

Thousands of workers in Victoria’s public sector could take tough industrial action with the Baillieu Government refusing to offer a fair pay increase.

Baillieu Government Ignores Advice On VCAL Funding

September 20, 2011

The Baillieu Government must immediately release a detailed report it commissioned into Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning coordinators that reveals the importance of funding the program.

TAGS: education

Baillieu’s VCAL Cuts To Impact Students In Macedon

September 20, 2011

The Baillieu Government’s decision to cut coordination funding for the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program will limit the options of young people in the Macedon region.

TAGS: education

Baillieu’s Anti-Wind Farm Laws Threaten Port Fairy Jobs

September 19, 2011

Two approved wind farms in Victoria’s south-west are among a number under threat because of the Baillieu Government’s new anti-wind farm laws.

TAGS: planning

Community Demands Truck Action From Baillieu Government

September 19, 2011

The Baillieu Government can no longer disregard VicRoads advice to implement the Truck Action Plan and remove up to one million trucks a year from local streets.

TAGS: roads

Hall Abandons Training And Skillls Responsibilities

September 16, 2011

The Baillieu Government has abandoned students and providers in Victoria’s skills and training sector.

Government Authority Backs VCAL While Baillieu Makes $48m Cut

September 15, 2011

The Baillieu Government must restore funding to the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning program following the Government’s curriculum authority praising its success.

TAGS: education

Hypocritical Baillieu To Dump Out Annual Reports

September 13, 2011

Hundreds of annual reports are expected to be dumped in parliament this week in yet another hypocritical act by the Baillieu Government.

Baillieu’s VCAL Cuts To Impact Warringa Park Students

September 12, 2011

The Baillieu Government’s decision to cut coordination funding for the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program will limit the options of young people at Warring Park School.

TAGS: education

Baillieu’s VCAL Cuts To Impact North Geelong Students

September 12, 2011

The Baillieu Government’s decision to cut coordination funding for the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program will limit the options of young people in North Geelong.

TAGS: education

Hall Hands Out Awards As He Cuts VCAL Funding

September 9, 2011

The Baillieu Government’s hypocrisy over its $48 million cuts to the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning have been exposed, with Skills Minister Peter Hall presenting education awards to program participants and educators.

TAGS: education

Baillieu’s Anti-Wind Farm Laws Kills Off Jobs

September 9, 2011

Victorian State Labor will move to revoke Premier Baillieu’s anti-wind laws that will kill off Victoria’s wind farm industry at the expense of investment, jobs and the environment.

TAGS: planning

Baillieu Needs To Protect Jobs Across Victoria

September 8, 2011

The Baillieu Government has no real plan to create jobs and attract investment to Victoria.

TAGS: employment

Hulls Urges Schools To Seek Extra VCAL Funding From Dixo

September 6, 2011

Victorian schools, students and parents should contact Education Minister Martin Dixon directly and demand he reconsiders his decision to slash funding for the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning.

TAGS: education

Baillieu’s Failure To Support VIPP Dooms Manufacturing

September 6, 2011

The Baillieu Government is walking away from Victoria’s manufacturing industry and leaving businesses to deal with the increasingly difficult economic environment alone

Baillieu’s Cuts To Impact Students In Melbourne’s Southern Suburbs

September 5, 2011

The Baillieu Government’s decision to cut coordination funding for the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program will limit the options of young people in Melbourne’s south.

TAGS: education

Baillieu’s VCAL Cuts To Impact Noble Park Students

September 5, 2011

The Baillieu Government’s decision to cut coordination funding for the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program will limit the options of young people in Noble Park.

TAGS: education

Baillieu Cuts Funding For Regional Communities

September 2, 2011

The Baillieu Government should be ashamed for cutting funding for an organisation that supports regional communities during emergencies and hardship.

Baillieu Abandons Solar Costing Jobs And Investment

September 1, 2011

The Baillieu Government has delivered a massive blow to Victoria’s burgeoning solar industry that will cost hundreds of jobs across the State.

TAGS: energy