The Andrews Labor Government is building a new community in Melbourne’s west to boost housing affordability and create local jobs.

Plans for 20,000 new homes and 6000 jobs have been released for public comment to guide development around Sunbury for the next 30 years.

A major residential precinct in Melbourne’s booming west has been approved, which will be home to more than 22,000 people.

Minister for Planning Richard Wynne and Member for Broadmeadows Frank McGuire have announced a $14.3 million package to revitalise the heart of Broadmeadows, create new jobs and attract investment.

The Andrews Labor Government is planning for Melbourne’s rapid population growth, as the latest ABS figures again show Melbourne is the nation’s fastest growing capital city.

The Andrews Labor Government has taken the next step in the $5.5 billion Western Distributor Project, releasing the scoping requirements that will shape the Environmental Effects Statement (EES).

The Andrews Labor Government is giving the green light to a $1 billion activity centre in Sunshine to create jobs and housing in Melbourne’s west.