From the Minister for Regional and Rural Development

The Hon Peter Ryan MLA

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Every volunteer counts: Deputy Premier

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.

Huntly and natural gas to make a great connection

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.

Major boost for Mildura’s natural gas capacity

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...

Delivering energy for the regions

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.

$3.25 million Bendigo Showgrounds development gets underway

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...

Make a ‘Good Move’ and enjoy the good life: Ryan

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.

Coalition Government delivers regional infrastructure boost

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.

$20,000 helps promote Moorabool 365 days a year

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.

The best of regional and rural Victoria on show in Melbourne

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.

Minister samples regional expo arts and culture

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...

Research confirms regional shift a popular move

Sunday, 22 Apr 2012

Up to two million Melburnians would consider a move to regional or rural Victoria in pursuit of a better quality of life for themselves and their families, according to research released by the Victorian Coalition Government today.

Latrobe Valley economy under microscope as Govt joins business & industry roundtable

Friday, 20 Apr 2012

Latrobe Valley business and industry leaders today met with the Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan and Federal Minister for Regional Australia Simon Crean to discuss development opportunities in the Latrobe...

$490,000 for electricity upgrade to Lion Morwell

Friday, 20 Apr 2012

A project to increase electricity capacity at one of the largest single employers in the Latrobe Valley will be completed with the help of a $490,000 Victorian Coalition Government grant announced today by Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional...

Life Saving Victoria joins Regional Vic Living Expo

Wednesday, 11 Apr 2012

Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan today announced Life Saving Victoria (LSV) as the official charity partner of the 2012 Regional Victoria Living Expo, to be held at the Melbourne Conference and Exhibition...

Industries Transition Expo sets the pace in Gippsland

Tuesday, 03 Apr 2012

Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan today joined forces with business, industry, union and the community representatives in Morwell for the inaugural Gippsland Industries in Transition Expo 2012.

$2m extension for Great Southern Rail Trail

Tuesday, 03 Apr 2012

Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan today announced $2 million from the Victorian Coalition Government to extend the Great Southern Rail Trail from Foster to Welshpool.

$250,000 extends Venus Bay pedestrian pathway

Tuesday, 03 Apr 2012

A pathway connecting Tarwin Lower with Venus Bay's central business district will be completed with the help of $250,000 in Victorian Coalition Government funding, Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan announced...

Hydro Australia aims high with $576,000 improvement

Tuesday, 03 Apr 2012

The Victorian Coalition Government has announced $280,000 to support a major capacity expansion project for Morwell-based company, Hydro Australia.

Report guides Latrobe Valley’s Industry and Employment Roadmap

Friday, 23 Mar 2012

A newly-released independent report has revealed the Gillard Labor Government has seriously underestimated the carbon tax's impact on the Latrobe Valley.

Creative energy ignites new Old Courthouse

Wednesday, 21 Mar 2012

Premier and Minister for the Arts Ted Baillieu today flicked the switch to illuminate the Old Courthouse building as Geelong's newest arts space.