Manufacturers in the Hume region with shovel-ready projects to increase productivity and grow jobs have been encouraged to apply for a Manufacturing Modernisation Fund (MMF) grant.
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Businesses can apply for between $100,000 and $1 million to invest in new technology, as part of a program run by the Federal Government to support post-COVID-19 comeback.
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Hume MP Angus Taylor said the government was backing businesses to back themselves and grow.
"We want to help take hard-working, local manufacturers to the next level, because we know if they prosper our community prospers," Mr Taylor said.
"This region is home to so many terrific manufacturing businesses that are significant employers of locals.
"By helping our manufacturers become more competitive, we not only create more direct jobs but jobs in businesses right along the supply chain - from our farmers to our truckies."
During round one of the MMF in April, the government invested $48.3 million into nearly 200 projects valued at more than $215 million. These projects are expected to create about 2600 new jobs.
Round two projects will need to align with the National Manufacturing Priorities announced as part of the government's Modern Manufacturing Strategy.
Priorities include: Resources technology and critical Minerals Processing, food and beverage, medical products, recycling and clean energy, defence, and space.
Applications for round two of the MMF will be open until January 21, 2021.
Visit business.gov.au/mmf for more information.
