Wednesday, 21 September 2022


Constituency questions

Wendouree electorate


Wendouree electorate

Ms ADDISON (Wendouree) (14:49): (6541) My question is for the Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events and Minister for Creative Industries. Will the minister please advise how the Andrews Labor government is continuing to support Ballarat tourism and our visitor economy? The Ballarat tourism offerings are interesting, immersive and innovative. Long gone are the days of Ballarat being known for being old, gold and cold. Whilst our internationally renowned Sovereign Hill and iconic Art Gallery of Ballarat have always been significant drawcards for tourists, Ballarat’s reputation as a tourism destination is ever changing and attracting new audiences. Proudly the Andrews Labor government has supported major events, including the Ballarat International Foto Biennale, White Night, AFL games at Mars Stadium and the 1000 Doors project. Further, our government’s $6.7 million announcement in 2020 to establish— (Time expired)

Business interrupted under resolution of house of 20 September.