THE highlight of my week was being invited to visit the upgraded Nestle Purina factory in Blayney.
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Nestle pumped a further $65 million into its Blayney site, taking the investment to well past $100 million since 2011. It’s a massive vote of confidence for the central west, and a huge boost to manufacturing locally and in NSW.
There’s been a lot of negative press surrounding Electrolux’s pending closure and Simplot’s downsizing among others, but I have said all along we will not only survive it but prosper in our fantastic region.
The further 100 jobs the Nestle upgrade creates is massive and to have one of the world’s biggest pet food manufacturers see a bright future in our region is fantastic.
I enjoyed touring Nestle’s state-of-the-art facilities. They certainly are at the forefront of innovation and are the culmination of every advance Nestle has made around the world.
I wish the company and their employees all the very best in their bid to create a new cat ‘wet’ pet food.
I CONTINUE to marvel at some of Calare’s magnificent volunteers and their ongoing efforts to do good for their local community.
I was very impressed with Anglicare’s bid to make sure people don’t miss out now and into the festive season through their Christmas Pantry Appeal.
I thought throwing my support right behind this appeal was the least I could do, and I’m encouraging everyone to do the same. My office in Anson Street is the latest drop-off point for the appeal, with non-perishable items gratefully accepted.
Christmas is all about giving, so please dig deep for this wonderful cause. For information contact Anglicare on 6369 9500.
LAST week was Carers Week, the perfect time to sit back and reflect on the important role thousands of people across Calare and Australia play to helping people with disabilities, people with medical conditions and older people in the community, whether they be family or friends.
I also doubt many people realise how many children act in a caring role while still at school.
That’s why I’m encouraging young carers to consider applying for the Young Carer Bursary, which will provide up to $10,000 to 150 young carers annually for the next three years.
The aim is to help those who are studying while juggling a carers role. For information visit www.youngcarers.net.au.