May 2009
Victorian and Commonwealth Budget Papers
The Information Victoria Bookshop is the only place where you can purchase both the Victorian State and Commonwealth Budget Papers.
- The Victorian Budget Papers will be available for purchase from Information Victoria from 3:00 pm, Tuesday, 5 May, 2009
- The Commonwealth Budget Papers will be available for purchase from Information Victoria from 8:30 am, Wednesday, 13 May, 2009
You can pre-purchase the papers by ordering over the internet or over the phone, so that you can be the first to receive the papers as soon as they become available.
Purchase details:
505 Little Collins Street, Melbourne 3000
8:30 am – 5:00 pm Monday to Friday
Phone: 1300 366 356 (local call cost)
TTY (03) 9603 8806
Internet: www.bookshop.vic.gov.au
Build For Life - making homes practical, stylish and accessible
A well designed house is one that adapts to your changing needs whether you are raising small children, using crutches while recovering from an injury, welcoming ageing parents or living with a disability.
The State Government has outlined a range of measures to boost the supply of accessible housing. This included a Regulatory Impact Statement (RIS) and the award winning community awareness campaign – Build for Life.
For more details visit www.buildforlife.com.au
Researching Victoria
The Spatial Analysis and Research Branch (SAR) of the Department of Planning and Community Development conducts research across a range of topics including population, projections, housing, land development, employment and sustainability. This research explores key issues for Victoria's cities, towns and rural areas and produces free informative publications.
Research Matters is a free quarterly SAR bulletin that explores current research issues as well as highlighting newly released publications, projects and seminars of interest. The next issue to be released in June will be a special 50th Edition. Subscribe here to Research Matters and other research bulletins. For more details visit www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/research/urbanandregional
2009 Strzelecki Awards Now Open
Entries are now being accepted for the 2009 Strzelecki Awards, which honour and encourage, excellence and innovation in the sustainable development of Victoria's earth resources sector.
The Victorian Government is committed to developing a minerals, extractive, geothermal and petroleum industry that contributes substantially to the wealth and wellbeing of all Victorians, while meeting contemporary community expectations for social and environmental outcomes.
Entry criteria and writing tips are available from the Banksia Environmental Foundation website at www.banksiafdn.com
For more information or for assistance in completing your application please contact Sarah Hill of Department of Primary Industries on 03 9658 4432 or Wayne Slattery of Banksia on 03 9684 4667.
The Victorian Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages
The Victorian Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages is progressively enhancing the services it provides to the public. Enhancements include:
- All standard Victorian Registry certificates are printed on new security-enhanced certificate paper;
- As part of Government's assistance to victims of the Victorian bushfires, the Registry has created a special application form for people seeking replacement birth, marriage or change of name certificates
- Victorians can now register their domestic relationships.
To find out more, and download application forms please visit www.bdm.vic.gov.au
Victorian Government Purchasing Board (VGPB)
The VGPB's mission is to create a policy framework which achieves value for money in Victorian Government procurement, while maintaining the highest standards of probity, minimising risk and maximising opportunities for local businesses.
The VGPB's website features a wide range of information including information for businesses about tender opportunities, and how to compete successfully for Victorian Government business including details on training courses. For more details visit www.vgpb.vic.gov.au
New Publications
General Publications
The Stamp of Australia: The Story of Our Mail from Second Fleet to 21st Century
by Burke, Kelly @ $26.95
Wood, Wire and Corrugated Iron: Pen Sketches of Mountain Huts
by McCabe, David @ $29.95
Hide and Seek Melbourne - Discover the City's Hidden and Intriguing Places
by Explore Australia @ $14.95
The Age Cheap Eats Guide 2009
edited by Nina Rousseau @ $22.95
Melbourne - A History of Now
by Coote, Maree @ $49.95
The Design Manual (Revised and extended edition 2009)
by Whitbread, David @ $59.95
How to Run Your Own Court Case
by Behan, Nadine @ $34.95
Your Key to Real Estate Conveyancing in Victoria (April 2009 edition)
by Legal Kits of Victoria @ $88.00
Local Histories
Beyond the Facade - Flinders Street, More Than Just a Railway Station
by Davies, Jenny @ $59.95
Mapping Products
Bike Riding in Victoria (Fold Out Map Pack)
produced by Explore Australia @ $32.95
Budget Camps Australia
by Explore Australia @ $32.95
Brisbane Street Directory 2009
by Brisway @ $38.95
Gippsland Lakes - Outdoor Recreation Guide
by Spatial Vision @ $11.95
Buller-Howitt Alpine Area - Outdoor Recreation Guide
by Spatial Vision @ $11.95
Port Phillip Bay Fishing Map 1 (2008 edition)
produced by the Australian Fishing Network @ $7.95
Government Reports
Access to Public Hospitals: Measuring Performance
by the Victorian Auditor-General @ $20.00
Administration of the Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988
by the Victorian Auditor-General @ $20.00
New Legislation
New Acts
| A11.09 | Melbourne University Amendment Act 2009 | $3.80 |
| A12.09 | Associations Incorporation Amendment Act 2009 | $12.20 |
| A13.09 | Bus Safety Act 2009 | $15.75 |
| A14.09 | Equal Opportunity Amendment (Governance) Act 2009 | $7.80 |
| A15.09 | Melbourne Cricket Ground Act 2009 | $7.80 |
New Statutory Rules
Reprinted Acts
| A117.86 | Corrections Act 1986 Rp 8 | $22.90 |
| A2.01 | Health Records Act 2001 Rp 2 | $15.75 |
| A49.88 | Health Services Act 1988 Rp 12 | $30.10 |
| A11.89 | Local Government Act 1989 Rp 10 | $34.35 |
| A79.04 | Major Crime (Investigative Powers) Act 2004 Rp 1 | $15.75 |
Visit the Victorian Legislation and Parliamentary Documents website for a list of all Victorian acts and statutory rules.
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Beyond the Facade: Flinders Street, More Than Just a Railway Station
Beyond the Façade invites the reader to explore the many and varied uses of Flinders Street Station over and above its primary function as the central suburban rail terminus. Flinders Street, more than just a railway station...
Be Prepared for Storms and Floods - Heavy rain or thunderstorms can cause major safety hazards and flash flooding. The State Emergency Services (SES) recommends people be cautious in the coming months. For more advice on how to prepare and cope with storms and floods visit www.ses.vic.gov.au.
The Supreme Court of Victoria was established in January 1852 and has occupied its current home since 1884. These imposing buildings were designed in the classical renaissance Revival Style and are the largest court buildings in Australia to be built to a single design.
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