Media Releases

Aug 29, 2025

FIRST LOOK AT REVITALISED OLD KYNETON PRIMARY SCHOOL

The Allan Labor Government is partnering with the Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival to present a Community Open Day at the Old Kyneton Primary School, providing the public with a first look inside the redeveloped site.‍Member for Macedon Mary-Anne Thomas today announced the newly upgraded site will be open to visitors on Sunday 14 September as part of the final day of festivities of the popular Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival.

Read more
Aug 19, 2025

GROWING STRONGER, MORE CONNECTED COMMUNITIES IN MACEDON

VicHealth is calling for applications for $4.7M in Growing Healthy Communities Grants, aimed at supporting community organisations to deliver health promotion initiatives that break down barriers to good health among young people and their families across Victoria.

Read more
Aug 19, 2025

PROTECTING OUR SCHOOLS FROM BUSHFIRE SEASON

The Allan Labor Government is making sure schools across Victoria are well-prepared for the upcoming bushfire season by providing grants to clear vegetation growth and reduce the risk of fire.Mary-Anne Thomas today announced twenty-one schools across Macedon are part of 345 campuses across 330 government schools which will share in $8.4 million to carry out essential maintenance work as part of the Bushfire Preparedness Vegetation Program (BPVP).

Read more
Aug 4, 2025

GRANTS TO PRESERVE THE LEGACY OF VICTORIAN VETERANS

The Allan Labor Government is backing veterans and their families with new grants that honour their service and support their wellbeing.Minister for Veterans Natalie Suleyman today opened applications for two grant programs that honour veterans, support their welfare and strengthen community recognition of their contribution.

Read more
Aug 4, 2025

WORK FROM HOME WORKS FOR FAMILIES IN MACEDON

The Allan Labor Government will make working from home a right – because it works for families in Macedon. Premier Jacinta Allan today announced the Labor Government will introduce legislation to protect the ability of an employee to work from home.Under this proposed law, if you can reasonably do your job from home, you will have the right to do so for at least two days a week – public sector or private sector.

Read more
Aug 4, 2025

MORE FUNDING TO SUPPORT LGBTIQA+ EVENTS ACROSS VICTORIA

The Allan Labor Government is supporting Victoria’s LGBTIQA+ community by backing events and festivals that celebrate their achievements, culture and ongoing fight for equality.The Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas today announced applications opened applications for the 2025-26 Pride Events and Festivals Fund, a grant program that helps community groups and organisations deliver events that showcase LGBTIQA+ pride and visibility.

Read more
Aug 4, 2025

VICTORIAN STUDENTS TOP OF THE CLASS IN NAPLAN

Victorian students have achieved their strongest NAPLAN results ever, leading the nation and proving Victoria truly is the Education State. Deputy Premier and Minister for Education Ben Carroll today announced that Victorian students are top of the class – ranking first or second in 18 of 20 measures and significantly improving on our 2024 results.

Read more
Aug 4, 2025

POWER BILL RELIEF FOR VICTORIANS WHO NEED IT MOST THIS WINTER

The Allan Labor Government is providing real help to address the cost of living and drive down energy bills for Victorians in need, with another round of the Power Saving Bonus opening for applications later this month. Minister for Energy and Resources Lily D’Ambrosio today announced that the fifth round will open on Monday 25 August – providing a $100 payment to eligible concession card households across the state.

Read more
Aug 4, 2025

BACKING THE HEART OF AGRICULTURE THROUGH GRANTS

Victorian agricultural and pastoral societies will receive greater support from the Allan Labor Government to upgrade infrastructure and participate in regional shows.Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas today encouraged applications for this year’s Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants Program, helping organisations with projects that encourage community involvement and promote Victoria’s rich agriculture industry.

Read more

Subscribe to my newsletter

Get the latest news and events across the Macedon Electorate.
HomeAboutMediaContact
PO Box 39, Gisborne, VIC 3437
(03) 5428 2138
mary-anne.thomas@parliament.vic.gov.au
Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country
‍
Electorate Office Address
Shop 14, Nexus Centre
9 Goode Street
Gisborne, VIC 3437
© 2023 Website created by TCW