Western District

Victorian regional centre to get $100m fibre research centre

A Victorian university research centre is set to bolster the Geelong construction industry and establish the region as an international hub for research in advanced fibrous materials.

Victorian airport expansion wins approval as government commits to rail link

The federal government has announced approval of expansion plans that will see a Victorian regional airport become the state's second international airport.

Iconic Bendigo building to make way for multi-million dollar hotel

A Bendigo landmark has been sold to local developers who will transform it into a five-star boutique hotel.

Construction of $50m Yarra Valley golf club gets planning approval

A Yarra Valley Council has approved the development of a new golf course, set to bolster the local construction industry and increase tourism.

Victorian government fast-tracks approval of $30m gaol redevelopment project

The Victorian Government has confirmed it will ensure a controversial regional goal redevelopment will gain approval, despite objections.

First look at plans for $45m regional Victoria library construction project

A leading Australian architecture firm has unveiled plans for a new $45 million regional Victoria library.

Massive residential development planned for regional Victorian saltworks site

A major Victorian regional centre’s council has confirmed it is considering proposals for a multi-million dollar residential development at a disused saltworks site.

Massive $200m Chinese investment as Victoria secures cable manufacturing plant

Victoria will become home to a major Chinese manufacturing plant, following the signing of a $200 million cable contract.

Victorian wind farm awards $340m worth of construction contracts

A major wind farm developer has awarded construction contracts for its massive development in western Victoria.

Construction of new $447m Geelong hospital to be fast-tracked

Construction of a new private hospital in one of Victoria’s largest regional centres is being fast-tracked, with final changes to plans expected to be approved in coming weeks.