A heavy vehicle training facility in Wodonga is set to receive a major upgrade courtesy of a $24 million government funding package.
Construction is underway on the Logic Innovation Precinct in Wodonga, building new facilities including a heavy vehicle technology workshop, a four-wheel-drive obstacle course, a new main building and a carpark.
Once operational, the precinct will offer heavy vehicle driver training, technology and maintenance. It will also have experiential advanced manufacturing with 3D printing, robotics and automation.
This will better equip workers for the rapidly evolving transport, logistics and manufacturing industries by delivering the latest skills and training.
“Our investment in this cutting-edge precinct will create jobs and economic opportunities in the Albury Wodonga region, as well as benefitting Australia’s heavy vehicle industry,” federal regional development and local government minister Kristy McBain says.
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“Transforming how heavy vehicle operators are trained will better equip them for new technologies and practices, making our roads safer for everyone.”
The precinct is expected to attract up to 1,200 students in its first four years by enabling Wodonga TAFE to expand its Heavy Vehicle Technology program and introduce Advanced Manufacturing.
It will also support the Australian Defence Force, emergency services and the education sector.
“Victoria’s TAFE Network is leading the way in industry-connected skills and training, and this investment in Wodonga TAFE is a testament to our commitment to strengthening regional education and workforce development,” Victorian skills and TAFE minister Gayle Tierney says.
“The Logic Innovation Precinct will ensure students have access to cutting-edge training in heavy vehicle technology and advanced manufacturing, supporting industries that are critical to our economy.”
The upgrade is made possibly courtesy of $22 million from the federal government’s Heavy Vehicle Technology Program and $2 million for phase one of an Advanced Manufacturing Centre of Excellence.
Wodonga TAFE already provides close to 6,000 Australian Defence Force (ADF) members with world-class training each year and the new facilities will further boost this critical role.
Wodonga TAFE has appointed Colin Joss & Co Pty Ltd (Joss Construction) as the main works construction provider.
“Wodonga TAFE is excited to be able to provide this fantastic opportunity to our industries and communities,” Wodonga TAFE CEO Phil Paterson says.
“With this funding and the facilities and capabilities it will bring, we are preparing our workforces for the skills needs of the future, as well as providing a space for collaboration, experimentation and innovation.”