The Victorian Government is helping the gold rush town of Talbot to grow by providing more housing options for workers in Central Victoria. Minister for.
By TOM GANNON
HEYFIELD’S Australian Sustainable Hardwoods (ASH) has received a funding boost as it prepares to become the first company in Australia to manufacture engineered plantation floorboards.
State Agriculture and Regional Development Minister Mary-Anne Thomas was on the ground at ASH last week to make the $2.3 million grant announcement which will see 22 new jobs at the mill.
The funding will be split between ASH and three other businesses across Gippsland, Radial Timber in Yarram, Longwarry Sawmill and Brunt’s Harvesting in Orbost.
ASH has received $1.6 million to install a new manufacturing line to produce engineered flooring made from plantation shining gum and radiate pine.
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State Government commits $6M to Port Campbell Town Centre Project
Corangamite Shire Council Mayor Ruth Gstrein has thanked the State Government for its $6m commitment to the Port Campbell Town Centre Revitalisation project.
Minister for Regional Development Mary-Anne Thomas announced the funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund yesterday.
The project will enhance the amenity of the town, improve the visitor experience, encourage longer stays, and better disperse visitors through the town.
Benefits will include improved traffic flow and safety, greater recognition of the environmental and character value of the town, accessible paths and infrastructure, job creation, opportunities for new retail/hospitality businesses, better outdoor public spaces, retention and increase in visitor spend, improved liveability and community pride.