The GMC Commercial Managers group was treated to a fantastic presentation and tour from our member Cobram Estate. We heard from joint-CEO Leandro Ravetti about how the business has expanded over the last 20 years to become Australia’s market leader, capturing around...
Monthly Archive: February 2025
Cobram Estate’s olive oil – leading the way
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Geelong holds key to future energy supply
Read MoreVictoria and New South Wales are expected to face gas shortfalls in 2028, according to the energy regulator AEMO. A story on ABC’s 7:30 highlights the potential for gas shortages for domestic and industrial users on peak days in winter...
Manufacturers say Victoria is squandering its energy advantage
Read MoreGeelong Manufacturing Council has urged the Victorian Government to withdraw its current proposal under the government’s Gas Substitution Roadmap. In a submission this week, GMC calls for a balanced energy transition strategy that ensures energy security and energy advantage for...
Gold support for manufacturing excellence celebration
Read MoreGMC is thrilled to announce that the City of Greater Geelong is a Gold Sponsor for the upcoming 2025 GMC Manufacturing Excellence Celebration and Awards Dinner next month. Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM said the City was proud to support the...
International Women’s Day Panel Discussion and Lunch
Read MoreJoin us for an afternoon of insightful discussions and valuable networking as we celebrate women working in our sector. Panellists include Hannah Campbell, GM Manufacturing Geelong, Incitec Pivot and Robyn Reimers, Refinery Operator, Viva Energy. Please feel free to invite...
Applications for GMC school programs closing soon
Read MoreDo you know a student in year 9 –11 who’s unsure or curious about their career options? Why not encourage them to join one of our immersive school-based programs: 🔧 GFLOI (Geelong Future Leaders of Industry) 💡 GLAM (Girls Leading...
Register now for 2025 WIMN Mentoring Program
Read MoreWe’re looking for people working in manufacturing or engineering to participate in our WIMN Mentoring Program. Registrations are now open for industry leaders to mentor participants (men and women) and mentees (women only). Huge benefits for participants GMC’s WIMN Mentoring...
Australia’s biggest bank joins GMC
Read MoreWe’re thrilled to announce that Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) is a new GMC Industry Sponsor. GMC Chair Thys Heyns warmly welcomed CBA at our first Connect event for 2025. “Australia’s biggest bank joining GMC as an Industry Sponsor is...
GMC featured in the latest edition of AMT
Read MoreStrengthening Australia’s sovereign defence industry: Government facilitation a key piece of the puzzle GMC CEO Jennifer Conley is featured in the latest issue of AMT magazine, talking about a critical role that government play in linking large defence prime contractors...