Committee adds voice to Avalon advocacy

Key points

• Committee for Geelong has called for state government investment in the Avalon precinct ahead of the November election. The group wants $30 million for Beach Road and airport access infrastructure, plus $7.5 million for an Aviation Attraction Fund.
• The Greater Avalon Employment Precinct, approved for development, is expected to create 8000 jobs initially and over 26,000 once completed.
• The committee has urged all Victorian political parties to commit to funding the project.