The Andrews Labor Government has announced $3 million in funding for a state of the art manufacturing hub in Geelong that will create jobs and stimulate business in the region. Minister for Industry Lily D’Ambrosio, Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford and Minister for Training..

The Andrews Labor Government recognises that each region is different, and will ensure decisions and investments reflect the priorities of local families, workers and businesses, giving a real voice to regional Victorian communities.

The Andrews Labor Government has secured a $13.9 million investment by carbon fibre and advanced composites manufacturer Quickstep Holdings to relocate process, research and development (R&D) functions from Germany to Geelong, creating 20 new, highly skilled jobs.

The Regional Community Leadership Program has a bigger, better future under the Andrews Labor Government.

Huge concrete modules built by a local Geelong manufacturer will be installed in Victorian waters to create one of the largest artificial reefs in the state. Visiting family owned local concreter Bates Pipes and Products today, Agriculture Minister Jaala Pulford said the concrete, custom made..