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The Department of State Development, Business and Innovation is the Victorian Government's lead agency for the promotion and facilitation of the State's economic development.

The Department develops and implements a diverse range of programs, initiatives and projects designed to attract and facilitate investment, encourage exports, generate job opportunities, stimulate innovation, and promote Victoria nationally and internationally.

Latest News

Health Market Validation $100,000 to develop innovative healthcare solutions

The Victorian Government has awarded ten companies funding of up to $100,000 to undertake feasibility studies as part of the Health Market Validation Program.

I, Animal Melbourne Zoo launches world-first interactive night tour

I, Animal is a unique, interactive experience that is part multimedia tour, part theatrical experience, part animal encounter, and explores the boundaries between human and animal.

Minister Hodgett in VF Commodore New dashboard component helps drive greater business growth

Victoria’s new Minister for Manufacturing David Hodgett has enjoyed a sneak peak of a key dashboard component which will feature in the soon-to-be-released Holden VF Commodore.

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A stronger focus on jobs and investment
The new Department of State Development, Business and Innovation
 

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