July 30, 2020 - News
The Andrews Labor government is celebrating the completion of another Australian-first election commitment: free pads and tampons in Victorian government schools. Free pads and tampons are now available in every government school in Victoria – reducing the discomfort and embarrassment around periods for girls and...
July 27, 2020 - News
Have you ever thought about becoming an early childhood educator? Now is a great time to study early childhood education, with two courses now available tuition fee-free for eligible students through the Andrews Labor Government’s Free TAFE initiative – the Certificate III in Early Childhood...
July 27, 2020 - The Fortnightly
July 23, 2020 - News
Hawthorn teachers and staff are among more than 400 Victorians being recognised for their commitment and dedication to public education, at a ceremony for Department of Education and Training employees who have reached 40, 45, 50 and 55 years of service in 2019. Minister for...
July 23, 2020 - News
Our Veterans simply deserve the best support we can provide. The Andrews Labor Government is making sure veterans get the support they need and that their stories and sacrifice are remembered for future generations. Minister for Veterans Shaun Leane today opened three funding streams that...
July 23, 2020 - News
Throughout COVID your Hawthorn Electorate Office (EO) has remained open during business hours (9-5) for emails (John.Kennedy@parliament.vic.gov.au), phone calls (9882 4088) and mail delivery (325 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell VIC 3124). Unfortunately, until we return to normal onsite staffing, we are unable to take personal walk-ins. The...
July 14, 2020 - Parliament
My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Education, and the action I seek is for the minister to provide me with an update on the rollout of the government’s mobile phone ban at schools in my electorate of Hawthorn. Last year I visited Auburn...
July 13, 2020 - News
Thirteen more of our local sports clubs and scout groups have received grants as part most recent round of the Victorian Community Sport Sector Short-term Survival Package. This $40 million community package is helping 12,000 clubs and community groups state wide with basic running costs and supporting a return to...