From the Deputy Premier

The Hon Peter Ryan MLA
Monday, 14 May 2012
Victoria's army of dedicated volunteers have been formally thanked for their contribution to the State at the launch of National Volunteer Week in Melbourne today.
Saturday, 12 May 2012
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan today announced that agreement had been reached with SP AusNet to connect Huntly to Victoria's natural gas network.
Saturday, 12 May 2012
Residents of Mildura will soon have greater access to natural gas for domestic and industrial use, with a major upgrade of the city's gas distribution network announced today by Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter...
Saturday, 12 May 2012
The Coalition Government has today announced details of the next phase of the rollout of its $100 million Energy for the Regions program.
Friday, 11 May 2012
Sirens will be used across Victoria to alert communities to emergencies and possible danger under a new policy announced today by Deputy Premier and Minister for Police and Emergency Services Peter Ryan.
Friday, 11 May 2012
Bendigo's growing sports community can look forward to even more netball and football action at Queen Elizabeth Oval (QEO) with work almost complete to upgrade the netball facilities at the iconic ground; as well as a major overall redevelopment.
Friday, 11 May 2012
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan and Member for Northern Victoria Damian Drum joined representatives of the Bendigo Show Society today to inspect the commencement of works on the city's new $3.2 million...
Thursday, 10 May 2012
Deputy Premier and Minister for Emergency Services Peter Ryan has today announced $850,000 in funding to construct a much-needed new base for the Torquay SES.
Monday, 07 May 2012
Melburnians are being encouraged to consider making a move to enjoy the good life in country Victoria in a new advertising campaign launched by Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan.
Tuesday, 01 May 2012
The Victorian Coalition Government's 2012-13 Budget continues building on the strength of the regions by strongly investing in key areas of infrastructure and frontline services in challenging economic times.
Tuesday, 01 May 2012
The Victorian Coalition Government will provide $56.8 million to boost the state's emergency services infrastructure and equipment, Deputy Premier and Minister for Emergency Services Peter Ryan announced today.
Tuesday, 01 May 2012
Deputy Premier and Minister for Bushfire Response Peter Ryan today announced that $33 million would be allocated in the 2012-13 Victorian Budget to deliver more security for people living in bushfire-prone areas and boost the state's capacity to...
Tuesday, 01 May 2012
The Victorian Coalition Government will provide $8.8 million over four years to strengthen the oversight, monitoring and management of registered sex offenders living in the community, Deputy Premier and Minister for Police Peter Ryan announced...
Tuesday, 01 May 2012
The Victorian Coalition Government will invest $133 million in new infrastructure as the benefits of its record investment in more frontline police and Protective Services Officers (PSOs) continue to be realised across the state.
Sunday, 29 Apr 2012
Deputy Premier and Minister for Emergency Services Peter Ryan launched a new campaign today urging Victorians to avoid risk-taking behaviour such as driving, swimming or playing in floodwater.
Friday, 27 Apr 2012
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan was on hand at the 2012 Regional Victoria Living Expo today to launch an innovative calendar highlighting local events in the Shire of Moorabool.
Friday, 27 Apr 2012
Victoria's first Regional Victoria Living Expo got underway in Melbourne today with 130 exhibitors showcasing the many business, career and lifestyle benefits on offer outside the big city.
Thursday, 26 Apr 2012
Deputy Premier and Minister for Police Peter Ryan joined Victoria Police and community representatives in Elmore today to celebrate the official opening of the town's new $400,000 police station.
Thursday, 26 Apr 2012
A co-ordinated strategy to crack down on farm crime and livestock theft was officially launched at the inaugural state conference of the Victoria Police Livestock and Farm Crime Specialist Group in Echuca today.
Sunday, 22 Apr 2012
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development, Peter Ryan today enjoyed a preview of the exciting weekend arts and cultural program that will be showcased at the inaugural Regional Victoria Living Expo in Melbourne from 27 to 29...