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Election platform calls for stronger support for Mildura’s food and agricultural industries

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Committee for Melbourne have unveiled a comprehensive election platform aimed at strengthening Victoria’s economic performance and supporting regional industries.

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For Mildura and the broader Sunraysia region - Maximising Victoria’s Potential and Competitiveness - a comprehensive business-led solutions platform - focuses on addressing workforce shortages, reducing business costs and improving infrastructure that supports agricultural exports.

The region is one of Australia’s most significant food bowls, producing citrus, table grapes, almonds and wine for domestic and international markets.

However, businesses continue to face rising operating costs, skills shortages, transport challenges and increasing energy prices.

The platform recommends:

  • Improved regional workforce attraction programs
  • Expanded vocational education and training opportunities
  • Investment in freight and export infrastructure
  • Affordable and reliable energy supply
  • Reduced red tape impacting regional business operations

To be attributed to Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chief Executive, Sally Curtain: “Regional exporters need policy settings that support growth rather than add complexity.

“Mildura’s businesses are helping feed Australia and supply international markets, but they are operating in increasingly challenging conditions.

“We need policies that support investment, improve productivity and ensure regional businesses can remain globally competitive.

“Addressing workforce shortages and infrastructure bottlenecks must be a priority if Victoria wants to maximise the opportunities available to regional communities.”

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