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Ballarat plant today to announce the Coalition Government’s support for Mars<i>.</i></p> <p dir="ltr">“The Victorian Coalition Government is investing in infrastructure and generating jobs, while planning and developing strong and sustainable local economies in regional Victoria,” Mr Baillieu said.</p> <p dir="ltr">“This significant new investment will generate more construction jobs in Ballarat and boost exports from regional Victoria.</p> <p dir="ltr">“More than 100 new jobs will be generated during the construction and fit-out stage, with many more existing full-time jobs now secure.”</p> <p dir="ltr">Mr Baillieu said $1.5 million was earmarked for the energy and water upgrades and would be provided through the $1 billion <i>Regional Growth Fund, </i>with a further $500,000 provided through the <i>Industries for Today and Tomorrow Program </i>for production line upgrades.</p> <p dir="ltr">“The energy and water upgrades include pipe and plant insulation, stormwater capture and storage, wastewater treatment upgrades, refrigeration systems upgrades and installation of solar panels,” Mr Baillieu said.</p> <p dir="ltr">“This will reduce energy consumption by 29 per cent – which is equal to the average energy use of about 950 households in Melbourne.</p> <p dir="ltr">“With smart water use, this upgrade will help Mars reduce water consumption in Ballarat by around 42 per cent – equal to approximately the same as the annual water use of 500 households in Melbourne.</p> <p dir="ltr">“By supporting Mars to lower operating costs we are securing the jobs of the plant’s 424 workers and contractors.</p> <p dir="ltr">“It is this type of support that underscores the Government’s commitment to working closely with businesses, Victorian families and the broader community to unlock new opportunities for business investment that benefits all Victorians,” Mr Baillieu said.</p> <p dir="ltr">Minister for Manufacturing, Exports and Trade Richard Dalla-Riva said Mars injected more 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