G21’s manufacturing strength secures historic $1b defence contract

NEWS / Economic Development Pillar 15/12/2021

G21 congratulates the Federal Government on the announcement of a $1 billion contract with Hanwha Defense Australia to establish operations in Geelong. Our region’s advanced manufacturing credentials played a key role in securing this significant project.

The government will partner with Hanwha to create an Armoured Vehicle Centre of Excellence, creating 300 jobs in our region and establishing a further strategic defence industry hub and export opportunities.

Work on the new facility is expected to commence in 2022.

Bigger And Better Geelong Convention Precinct

Economic Development Pillar 19/01/2022

The Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCEC) precinct, which is the centrepiece project of the Geelong City Deal, will receive an additional $1 ...

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