It was a pleasure to meet with some inspiring women who I've announced as Change Our Game ambassadors, as part of our inaugural ambassador program. They will amplify the voices of women to help drive change for women and girls in sport 🏀🎾 ⚽🏉🏑

Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to check out the initiatives supported by the Reservoir Suburban Revitalisation Board - ranging from programs to re-engage young people to events supporting local traders. A big thank you to the Reservoir community for the warm welcome.

I'm delighted to announce funding for 23 multicultural and faith organisations will share in $1.61 million to build on existing community projects that challenge harmful gender stereotypes and strengthen positive, equal and respectful relationships. vic.gov.au/dffh/prevent-f…

Good news for Broadmeadows: we're pitching in through our Suburban Revitalisation Board program to resurface the futsal pitch and rebuild the basketball court at @BanksiaGardens, ensuring the community can continue to enjoy these much-loved facilities.

I encourage local councils across Victoria to apply for new Victorian Government grants of up to $270,000 to deliver long-term family violence prevention initiatives. Find out more and apply at: localgovernment.vic.gov.au/grants/free-fr… #FreeFromViolence

Yesterday I officially opened the latest round of the Andrews Labor Government’s popular Growing Suburbs Fund, with grants of up to $2 million on offer for Melbourne’s 10 interface councils. Find out more: suburbandevelopment.vic.gov.au/grants

On International Day of the Girl, we reflect on the progress made towards gender equality in the sporting sector, and highlight that further conversations are needed to accelerate change. It's time for fair access. #FairAccess #ItsTimeforFairAccess linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

Meet Mel, because of the Jacinta Allan’s Labor Govt’s investment in Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) she’s taken on a new national role in the organisation she works for and also found time to go to the gym. #CareWork is the foundation for the rest of the economy to operate!

Each year shows across the state shine a light on the best of Victorian agriculture and bring communities together. It's a great way to create some amazing memories for the kids, and enjoy all that Victoria has to offer. For a calendar of events, visit: vicagshows.com.au/show-calendar?…

Today I joined my colleague Ros Spence MP in hosting Sport Ministers from across the country at CENTREPIECE at Melbourne Park. It was fantastic to be joined by our counterparts to plan how we can do more to support the athletes, clubs and volunteers that make us such a great sporting nation.

I am honoured to be Victoria's Minister for Agriculture and look forward to working with farmers to strengthen the industry. Read my op-ed in today's Stock & Land.

#SoilWeek ends today. Livestock & crop farmers always tell me they are foremost soil farmers. Healthy soil is crucial. That is why Agriculture Victoria work with farmers everyday to cultivate healthy soil across Vic. Thanks to Scott Young & Graincorp for recently hosting me.

If your organisation has been impacted by the recent fires, storms, or outages - extensions are available for the Vic Grown Regional Activation Grant Program. EOI deadlines can be extended until 11:59pm on Friday 8 March. For details, please visit: agriculture.vic.gov.au/support-and-re…

Our warning signs help keep you safe during an emergency. On days like today, when dangerous fire conditions are forecast, knowing the warning signs is so important. Keep an eye out for our fire warning sign on the VicEmergency app or website emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/

This Boxing Day Test has been the biggest ever. Whether you're supporting Australia or India, it's clear that Melbourne is the sporting capital of the world. Well done to Cricket Australia and Melbourne Cricket Ground for making history, and to all the cricket fans who helped us get here.

This is great news for the Yarra community.  I’m very glad that locals can continue staying active and connected. heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/…