Kathie Lucas

Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources

The Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR) works to improve the lives and prosperity of all Victorians.\\Our mission is to get our economy and society working together for the benefit of all Victorians – by creating more jobs for more people, connecting people and businesses, and maintaining Victoria's envied reputation for liveability now, and for the future.\\Our role is to increase jobs, investment, exports and opportunities; stimulate innovation, competitiveness, and confidence; and support sustainability. \\We have nine ministers across 14 portfolios: Agriculture; Creative Industries; Industrial Relations; Industry and Employment; Innovation and the Digital Economy; Major Projects; Regional Development; Resources; Roads and Road Safety; Ports; Public Transport; Small Business; Tourism and Major Events; and Trade and Investment. . \\Two enabling groups provide department-wide operational support: Strategy and Planning and Corporate Services. Our employees are located throughout the Melbourne central business district, metropolitan Melbourne, regional Victoria and international offices. Additional information about the department can be found on our website: economicdevelopment.vic.gov.au .