13 May 2014 PSBEN014

SUPPORTING ECONOMIC GROWTH IN BENDIGO

Bendigo will benefit from the Abbott Governments commitment to build the
infrastructure of the 21
st
Century with $106.03m for local projects announced in the
2014-15 Budget.
This is part of the Governments Economic Action Strategy to invest a record $7.6
billion in productivity-enhancing infrastructure in Victoria which will create thousands
of jobs, slash travel times and boost economic growth.
Patron Senator for Bendigo, Senator the Hon Michael Ronaldson, said the funding
will support much needed infrastructure projects in Bendigo.
They will bring job opportunities, boost our local economy and make our roads safer
for motorists.
Senator Ronaldson said that 6 projects in the Bendigo electorate will receive funding
including;
Calder Highway Ravenswood Interchange: $45 million Australian
Government contribution;
Regional Freight Roads Programme: $60 million Australian Government
contribution;
Kyneton Community Park Construction: $500 000 Australian
Government contribution;
Bendigo RSL Museum & Memorial Hall- Refurbishment Planning:
$180 000 Australian Government contribution;
Woodend Youth Facility Upgrade: $50 000 Australian Government
contribution and
Mount Alexander Shire Accommodation and Respite Group -
Construction of New Facility: $300 000 Australian Government
contribution.
Projects like these will relieve pressure on existing infrastructure and unlock the
economic capacity of Bendigo, making it an even better place to live and do
business, Senator Ronaldson said.
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The Abbott Governments infrastructure package will drive growth and create jobs so
that we can have a stronger, more prosperous economy in Bendigo.
Further information can be found at http://investment.infrastructure.gov.au/projects/.
Media Adam McKee 0401 299 362