VECCI response to Victorian Labor’s 'Back to Work' strategy

VECCI Chief Executive Mark Stone has welcomed the announcement of 'Back to Work' -- Labor’s plan to create 100,000 jobs. 

"The plan has an important and timely focus on tackling youth unemployment, prioritising infrastructure investment, driving new industry growth and bringing more business to Victoria," Mr Stone said.

"The Back to Work Act: this is a step in the right direction as it acknowledges the important role payroll tax relief can play in generating new jobs. 

"The Premier’s Jobs and Investment Panel: the early identification and prioritisation of major infrastructure projects is vital to ensuring there is a long-term, independent focus on job-creating infrastructure. 

"The Future Industries Fund: this recognises the significant potential that Victoria can leverage from the competitive strengths that exist in our leading manufacturing and fast growing service sectors. 

"The Regional Jobs Fund: the $200 million boost to job-creating projects in regional Victoria and incentives to realise new export opportunities is positive. 

"Work with the World: this builds on Victoria’s success in international engagement with a strong focus on investment attraction and marketing to showcase Victoria’s emerging and growing industries in areas such as medical technology, new energy, food and fibre and international education," Mr Stone said.

"This announcement shows that the major parties are taking note of the priorities in VECCI’s Taking Care of Business election agenda and we look forward to more detail about these initiatives."

The Victorian Employers' Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VECCI) is the most influential body for employers in Victoria, informing and servicing more than 15,000 members, customers and clients around the state.

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