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The State of Victoria and its 5 million inhabitants account for the second largest economy in Australia. The State Government of Victoria has Departments responsible for Education; Human Services; Infrastructure; Innovation, Industry & Regional Development; Justice; Planning & Community Development; Premier & Cabinet; Primary Industries; Sustainability & Environment; and Treasury & Finance.
The Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development (DIIRD) is the Victorian Government's lead agency for economic development, and is instrumental in building an innovative state. The department's offices across the State and in key cities overseas act as a liaison between industries and the Victorian Government. In this key role, the department ensures that innovative practices and technologies are championed across industries and businesses; that industries have access to a range of programs, assistances and advice to foster growth and development; and that infrastructure projects in regional areas are supported and developed.
In promoting these aims, the department explores, researches and helps spread innovative technologies and practices as a way of stimulating the economy, thereby raising the living standards of all Victorians and positioning Victoria as a globally competitive State. Recent investments have focused heavily on the automotive, biotechnology, energy and information and communication technology industries.
As part of its commitment to driving innovation in Victoria, DIIRD provides financial assistance, advice, and networking opportunities in the areas of:
• biotechnology
• agriculture and food
• science, technology and innovation
• aerospace and defence
• high-end manufacturing
• information and communication technologies
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