The historic gold mining town of Blackwood has long been protected by the fire brigade and tonight nine of its members were honoured for dedication to their small community.

The Andrews Labor Government will introduce 10 new evening train services from Monday to Friday on the Bendigo line in January 2017.

Jockeys and horses training at the Kyneton and Hanging Rock Racing Club will be safer, thanks to a $114,000 upgrade to the barrier starting gates.

It’s an honour to have been chosen to be Cabinet Secretary in the Andrews Labor Government.