The Andrews Labor Government is taking action to slash dental waiting lists that have swelled because of Malcolm Turnbull’s funding cuts.

The Victorian Parliament this afternoon passed the Voluntary Assisted Dying Bill after a comprehensive, historic and passionate debate in both lower and upper houses.

The Andrews Labor Government today unveiled a new plan to tackle skyrocketing ice and heroin deaths and help Victorians get the treatment they need to beat their addiction.

Newly arrived refugees, asylum seekers and family violence victims from culturally diverse backgrounds will receive the support they need to build a safe and healthy life.

Victoria will be home to Australia’s first Pride Centre as part of the Andrews Labor Government’s equality agenda in the 2016/2017 Victorian Budget.

The proposed $30 million expansion of Coburg’s John Fawkner Hospital has been given the green light after plans were modified to meet community expectations.

Minister for Planning Richard Wynne has approved a rise in height limits around the future Parkville Station, allowing for medium-density development to drive jobs and investment close to the CBD.

World leading medical research centre Bio21 has received the go-ahead for its landmark $140 million expansion project.