Northern Metropolitan Region
Sheena WATT (Northern Metropolitan) (12:43): (1513) This afternoon my question is for the Minister for Economic Growth and Jobs. Last week I joined the minister at the Study Melbourne hub in Hardware Lane, Melbourne, to meet this year’s Study Melbourne ambassadors, 12 international students from across the globe who will represent and advocate for their peers throughout 2025. The refurbished hub now features upgraded wellbeing spaces and expanded student areas and plays a vital role in supporting the success and safety of international students studying here in Melbourne, particularly those in the Northern Metropolitan Region. With Victoria’s international education sector contributing $14.8 billion to the economy and supporting 63,000 jobs, it is clear how significant this sector is for both our local communities and the state. My question is: how is the Allan Labor government supporting the international education sector and international students?