The latest commitment adds to $6 million already provided by the federal government to the appeal, which supports treatment, research and training at the hospital.

The Accords aim to prevent conflict as space becomes more crowded and strategically important.

“By leveraging Australia’s advanced agriscience and premium exports alongside India’s scale, digital agriculture expertise, and growing markets, we aim to create a Shared Value Roadmap for both countries.”

The company, which began producing nutrition products in 2023 after acquiring a former Nestlé factory, is positioning itself as a key player in Victoria’s booming food production sector.

Under the Fair Work Act 2009, courts can impose substantial penalties for sham contracting, including fines of up to $19,800 for individuals and as much as $495,000 for larger businesses, or three times the amount underpaid.

The study, led by Monash University and published in the journal of Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry, was based on interviews with the mothers of 545 three- and four-year-olds.

By 2035, Victoria is projected to require an additional 87,700 digital workers, with digital literacy becoming essential across most occupations.

The initiative has received backing from Australia’s Group of Eight universities, which support deeper engagement with international research networks.

While many partners focus on technical upskilling, Sguario said Maxme adds the “human upskilling element”, allowing it to fit naturally into a broader skills ecosystem.

Melbourne has retained its position as Australia’s top destination for overnight interstate leisure travellers, attracting 3.5 million visitors who stayed 13 million nights and spent $5.9 billion in the city.