Sixteen Victorian businesses were among the winners, collecting six gold, eight silver and two bronze awards across 26 categories, from a field of more than 170 finalists.
The 21st edition of the exhibition has transformed Cottesloe Beach into a sprawling outdoor gallery, featuring 70 sculptures by artists from eight countries.
“First Nations Victorians have stories, knowledge and culture that the world wants to experience. This program makes sure community is in control of how those stories are told.”
Posting to his followers, he called India “the safest, most affordable and diverse place to travel to”, urging people of all ages to experience it for themselves.
A Labor campaign spokesperson called the decision “unforgivable” and accused Greens leader Ellen Sandell’s party of increasing the chances of the Liberals forming government
The rate changes took effect on Friday, with Westpac increasing its variable rate to 6.49 per cent, Commonwealth Bank to 6.59 per cent and NAB to 6.54 per cent. ANZ now has the highest variable rate among the Big Four at 6.75 per cent.
The facility has attracted contributions from 23 investors, according to Albanese, with support coming from the Pacific and other parts of the world. Australia is a founding contributor.