“Amazing opportunities” to invigorate Circular Head are arising from the impending closure of Murray Goulburn’s Edith Creek facility, Braddon MP Joan Rylah said.
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Mrs Rylah chairs a taskforce working to support the community and the 120 workers impacted by this year’s closure of the dairy processing plant.
The taskforce on Friday announced nine new projects aimed at re-training workers, creating jobs and encouraging further economic development in the region.
“There are amazing opportunities that are coming out of what was a disappointing announcement by Murray Goulburn,” Mrs Rylah said.
Mrs Rylah said the taskforce was “about the whole community finding a new future”.
“It’s not just about a dairy plant closure. It’s about expansion and opportunity,” she said.
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The nine projects represent $656,810 of a $1.5 million government stimulus package to support Circular Head.
The projects include $200,000 to help Circular Head businesses explore opportunities in interstate and international markets.
There is also $31,810 for workshops and one-on-one assistance for contractors impacted by the closure and $30,000 for Rural Alive and Well to provide physical and emotional support.
A further $100,000 will be spent to increase the profitability and competitiveness of small businesses in Circular Head and $30,000 to get them ready for the digital economy.
Another $100,000 will be used develop tourism and $10,000 for a business expo and jobs fair.
The taskforce allocated $150,000 for administration and delivery of the programs.
Circular Head mayor Daryl Quilliam said the nine projects would help keep people in the community.
“We are working on retaining people in our district,” he said.
DARYL QUILLIAM ON TASKFORCE
A information session covering subjects including superannuation and Centrelink will be held at Edith Creek on Friday.