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8 November 2023
The refreshed plan responds to four priority areas identified by autistic Victorians and the autistic community.

1 December 2023
In Victoria, more than 700,000 carers provide unpaid support to their partners, family and friends with care needs. This can include people with a disability, mental illness, chronic illness or medical condition, terminal illness or ageing related support needs.

27 November 2023
A mesmerising video projection that reflects women’s powerful connection to country was launched in Mildura, the sixth and final artwork funded through the Victorian Government’s $1 million Victorian Women’s Public Art Program.

20 November 2023
More than $1 million in funding has been provided for 46 projects aimed at supporting and commemorating Victorian veterans and their families.
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