The Albanese Government is building the Goulburn Valley's future, driving economic growth and improved freight efficiency with a partnership with Greater Shepparton City Council to deliver a $22.9 million freight precinct.
The Australian Government will invest $8.5 million in the new Goulburn Valley Link Freight Precinct, with Council committing $14.4 million.
This investment will deliver critical enabling works, including road connections into the new freight precinct, located outside Mooroopna west of Shepparton.
The construction of a new roundabout and upgrades to Simson Road will enable large, High Productivity Freight Vehicles to access the facility.
Works on the project are expected to begin in early 2025.
Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, Catherine King:
"The Goulburn Valley is a powerhouse of agriculture and innovation, and this freight and logistics precinct will capitalise on its location and its connection to national and interstate transport links.
"I'd like to thank Greater Shepparton for their advocacy on this critical project. Our Government is proud to partner with them to improve the productivity and resilience of freight for the broader region."
Quotes attributable to Senator for Victoria Jana Stewart:
"The local community has been calling for this new Goulburn Valley Link Freight Precinct and I'm thrilled the Albanese Labor Government is able to support the delivery this project for the Goulburn Valley.
"We are getting on with delivering a better future for all Victorians, and this project will improve freight connections for job-creating regional businesses in our state's north.
"I'm proud to be part of a Government which believes in boosting our regions, partnering with local councils such as the City of Greater Shepparton, and building the infrastructure we need to thrive.
Quotes attributable to Mayor of Greater Shepparton Cr Shane Sali:
"The GV Link Project has been over a decade in the making and is the result of persistence in making this ambitious project a reality.
"The Australian Government's investment will be a catalyst for Council to kick start the project, showing recognition that the Goulburn Valley is a national powerhouse for agriculture and industry, especially food manufacturing.
"The GV Link site and future logistics hub is set to boost Greater Shepparton's growth as a regional centre over the next twenty years."
