It’s full steam ahead on the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre (GCEC) as works begin to put the structure in place.
The project will employ 28 local trainees and apprentices who will receive real-world training and experience through the GCEC Early Engagement Social Procurement (GEESP) program.
Victorian Minister for Regional Development Gayle Tierney said Nyaal Banyul was establishing a gold standard for social procurement in government-led projects through the GEESP program.
“The opportunity to receive training and work experience on a project like this is truly unique, and we’re proud to be backing 28 local apprentices and trainees,” she said.
“The Nyaal Banyul GCEC will support more than a thousand jobs during construction and hundreds more once complete, generating millions for the regional economy.”
City of Greater Geelong mayor Trent Sullivan said the project would positively impact local businesses, individuals and the wider community.
“It is exciting to see the progress that is being made on what will prove to be a world class facility in the heart of our city,” he said.
“The City of Greater Geelong is proud to be partnering with the Victorian and Australian governments in delivering the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre.”
Nyaal Banyul is a premier Geelong City Deal project, which is expected to support more than 700 ongoing jobs. Visit infrastructure.gov.au/territories-regions-cities/cities for more information.
