A forum to discuss bringing local manufacturing and good jobs to the region will take place in Newcastle on Friday.
Senator Tim Ayres, Shortland MP Pat Conroy and Newcastle counterpart Sharon Claydon are slated to speak with Hunter businesses, unions and community groups at the University of Newcastle on 6 September.
At the heart of the conversation is the $22.7 billion Future Made in Australia plan, which is committed to using the nation’s transition to net zero emissions to push manufacturing back to country areas.
The trio will also talk about how the government’s investment can provide the greatest possible benefits for the Hunter.
“A Future Made in Australia means manufacturing returns to regional communities,” said Mr Ayres, the Assistant Minister for Trade.
“New investment will create jobs and career opportunities, including apprenticeships and professions in engineering, science and technology for boys and girls in school today.
“These are good jobs that young families can build a quality life around and that communities can count on.”
The Hunter Offshore Wind project remains a key priority area, which has been identified to establish Australia’s industry in that sector.
It’s understood offshore wind is a giant investment for the region.
Sources believes it will bring 3,000 construction, manufacturing and steel fabrication jobs and 300-plus operational and maintenance positions to the area.
“The Hunter has a proud manufacturing history,” Mr Conroy said.
“This excellence will continue and, in fact, will grow under a Future Made in Australia.
“The Albanese government is determined to see more things made in our region, utilising our skills and resources to create new well-paid, secure jobs.”
The Capacity Investment Scheme has also begun, with the government seeking competitive tender bids to bring an additional 32 gigawatts of renewable energy and battery storage capacity online by 2030.
“Since announcing the $22.7 billion Future Made in Australia package, I have been inundated with interest from local industry and businesses, who are keen to get involved,” Ms Claydon said.
“That’s why I have invited Senator Tim Ayres to Newcastle.
“It is an exciting time to be living here because a Future Made in Australia means a Future Made in Newcastle.”
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