By Malcolm Turnbull, Prime Minister Of Australia
I am delighted to support the launch of this year’s Geelong Business Excellence Awards.
This is a time of great excitement and opportunity for the region.
The local economy is expanding, infrastructure projects continue apace and advanced manufacturing is taking off in a big way.
These are all signs of momentum in the local economy and of a community that’s taking advantage of growing opportunities.
My government has a clear economic plan for the region.
Through measures like our Growth Fund and $20 million Regional Jobs and Investment Package, together with major road and rail upgrades and a new NDIA national headquarters, we are supporting competitive business innovation to grow jobs, upgrade or build new infrastructure, and increase skills.
We are committed to strengthening businesses in the Geelong region, and every single element of our plan is focused on achieving this.
We know that many Australians, especially in regional areas, have been doing it tough.
Right around Australia, the adjustment from the mining construction boom alone caused a lot of hardship in the regions.
Yet we are here, creating the export opportunities, building the infrastructure, providing the investment, and creating the jobs that will enable all Australians to share in the great years ahead.
I thank the Geelong Chamber of Commerce for its commitment to this wonderful region and its future prosperity.
The Geelong Business Excellence Awards are not only a celebration of the remarkable achievements of local businesses, but an opportunity to convey our admiration and thanks for their contributions to our society and economy.
This is an important new era for Geelong and I am confident that with the support of my Government the people of this region can look forward to an exciting and prosperous future.
The Hon Malcolm Turnbull
Prime Minister of Australia
