The engineering and architectural industries are urging the Government to consider critical investment in infrastructure, increased workforce productivity, and more efficient procurement.
The industry association, Consult Australia, is saying that these should be key priorities for the 2013-14 Federal Budget and this will result in improved governance, boosted productivity and better value for money for Australian taxpayers.
Megan Motto CEO of Consult Australia said the Association is specifically lobbying for greater investment in the Major Cities Unit and Infrastructure Australia.
“We are also calling for an engineering and training tax incentive, more flexible child care support, and the establishment of an independent procurement centre of excellence,” said Motto.
“Our recommendations highlight opportunities to capitalise on the Government’s existing policy foundations through well placed reform and continued investment.
Mottos said that if the policies are implemented that it would benefit not only the industry but the wider community through increased productivity, more jobs and ultimately, a better standard of living.
“These are the people responsible for designing and ensuring the continued sustainability, liveability and productivity of our cities.
“It’s critical to our nation’s future that their voices are heard,” Motto said.
