Training the Key to Growing Victoria's Textiles and Fibre Industry
Source: Victoria. Minister for Skills and Workforce Participation. Media Release
"Skills and Workforce Participation Minister Jacinta Allan unveiled a new funding plan for training to boost Victoria’s textiles and fibre industry. Ms Allan said investing in skills development and training was essential to the future of the industry, which contributes $1.2 billion annually to the Victorian economy.“This Brumby Government is taking action to help Victoria’s key industries become more globally competitive,” Ms Allan said.“Under this announcement, it will be easier for companies to access the $8 million the Brumby Government has provided for training programs.” The funding is distributed through the Geelong-based International Fibre Centre (IFC), the only organisation in Australia that provides funding for skills development for the textile industry."