The 189 actions listed across the 10 pillars are not just recommendations to government. We all play a part in implementing these actions, whether it be in a lead or supporting role. There is a lot to do but we do not have to do it all at once. We must choose which actions are most worthy of our time and resources and where to focus our effort.
We identified 28 of the 189 actions included in the Playbook as priority actions because of the impact they will have to achieve the vision and unlock the potential of Victoria. These actions were highlighted orange and flagged with an exclamation mark (!) in the Pillars section.
The priority list represents a mix of actions; some actions are considered well overdue, such as tax and regulatory reform, other actions focus on accelerating progress in areas such as commercialisation, sustainability and wellbeing, and several actions are new such as the youth guarantee to ensure all young people are set up for success.
These 28 actions cut across all 10 pillars and many are interrelated. For instance, increasing workforce participation has benefits across society and the economy but also goes hand in hand with skills development. Concerted, simultaneous action in these areas will have a strong, collective impact and help accelerate progress toward our shared vision.
Priority Actions
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1 Reform the tax system to ensure Victoria is a globally competitive and efficient place to do business This item is marked as Priority action This item is marked as Contentious action not supported by all stakeholders
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2 Establish a government concierge to provide one point for organisations and individuals to interact with the Victorian Government This item is marked as Priority action
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3 Drive more efficient and effective government spending to better leverage taxpayer funds This item is marked as Priority action
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4 Build a culture of paid internships in Victorian businesses to help students become job-ready This item is marked as Priority action
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5 Embrace a culture of lifelong learning to encourage continual skills development This item is marked as Priority action This item is marked as Contentious action not supported by all stakeholders
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6 Reduce the costs associated with gaining a tertiary education to increase accessibility to education and training This item is marked as Priority action
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7 Drive collaboration between education and training institutions, government, industry, employers and communities to better match courses with skills needs This item is marked as Priority action
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8 Support Victorian businesses and not-for-profit organisations to decarbonise their operations and value chains to accelerate progress towards net zero This item is marked as Priority action
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9 Commit to zero waste to landfill by 2035 to support the transition to a circular economy This item is marked as Priority action
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10 Stop the decline of biodiversity to support a healthy natural environment This item is marked as Priority action
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11 Reform State Budget processes to support the wellbeing of every Victorian and drive a wellbeing agenda This item is marked as Priority action
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12 Realign Victoria's mental health system and funding to support the wellbeing of all Victorians This item is marked as Priority action
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13 Commit to a youth guarantee to ensure youth unemployment is prioritised by the government This item is marked as Priority action
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14 Expand early childcare and education support to address the workforce participation gap between men and women This item is marked as Priority action
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15 Increase the diversity of Victorian leaders to ensure decision making is representative of the community This item is marked as Priority action
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16 Embed youth perspectives in decision making to future proof decisions with a longer-term lens This item is marked as Priority action
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17 Rethink engagement to move away from consultation and toward Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led processes to support self-determination This item is marked as Priority action
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18 Ensure all Victorians have access to secure, quality housing to support participation in the economy and society This item is marked as Priority action
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19 Base Victoria's overall development plan around 20-minute neighbourhoods to promote local living This item is marked as Priority action
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20 Establish a Victorian Commercialisation Fund to catalyse early-stage investment in a broad range of industry sectors This item is marked as Priority action
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21 Strengthen links between research institutions and industry to solve industry-identified problems This item is marked as Priority action
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22 Improve coordination of Victorian Government support to elevate entrepreneurship in the economy This item is marked as Priority action
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23 Create a compelling 'Victoria – The Global State' brand to rebuild, retain and promote Victoria's reputation in international markets This item is marked as Priority action
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24 Increase export support for Victorian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to grow Victoria's exports in goods and services This item is marked as Priority action
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25 Make it easy to operate businesses or events to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship across the experience economy This item is marked as Priority action
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26 Develop a detailed 10-year experience economy strategy to leverage Victoria's strengths and reputation for great experiences This item is marked as Priority action
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27 Improve digital access, affordability and literacy to support economic and social participation by all Victorians This item is marked as Priority action
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28 Improve the accessibility and affordability of free public transport to increase connectedness and fairness This item is marked as Priority action This item is marked as Contentious action not supported by all stakeholders