A major logistics and distribution centre for the Midlands

Albury-Wodonga is poised to become a major logistics and distribution centre for the Midlands region of Australia, leveraging its strategic location, infrastructure, and industrial development initiatives. Here are the key factors contributing to this transformation:

Strategic Location and Infrastructure

• Geographical Position: Albury-Wodonga is located on the Hume Freeway, midway between Sydney and Melbourne, making it an ideal hub for freight and logistics operations[1][5].
• Intermodal Facilities: The region features key infrastructure such as:
  • The Logic Wodonga Intermodal Terminal, which supports rail freight services with connections to Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth. It handles over 104,000 tonnes of freight annually and provides significant local employment[3].
  • The Ettamogah Rail Hub, further enhancing rail freight capabilities[7].
• Air Freight: Albury Airport supports commercial and industrial air freight distribution, complementing road and rail networks[1][7].

Industrial Development

• Logic Wodonga: A 600-hectare logistics precinct designed as an inland port with access to both the Hume Freeway and Sydney-Melbourne railway line. It accommodates large-scale industrial users and has capacity for future expansion[2][6].
• Woolworths Distribution Centre: A $90 million facility in Barnawartha adds to the region’s logistics capabilities[2].
• Industrial Land Supply: Wodonga has over 15 years of industrial land supply, catering to warehousing, transport, and manufacturing needs[2].

Government Support and Investment

• The Victorian Government has invested heavily in infrastructure to support logistics growth:
  • $18 million for the Logic Intermodal Terminal[3].
  • $450,000 for driver training in robotics and autonomous vehicles at Wodonga TAFE[4].
  • $2.6 million for the Wodonga Gas Gate project to ensure consistent gas supply for industries[4].

Economic Impact

• The logistics sector has created significant employment opportunities, with facilities like Logic Wodonga generating hundreds of jobs.
• The region’s role as a logistics hub supports local businesses by reducing transportation costs and increasing export competitiveness[3][8].

Albury-Wodonga’s development as a logistics centre positions it as a critical node in Australia’s supply chain, driving economic growth and regional development.

中文翻译

阿尔伯里-沃东加正逐步成为澳大利亚中部地区的主要物流和分销中心，这得益于其战略位置、基础设施和工业发展计划。以下是推动这一转型的关键因素：

战略位置与基础设施

• 地理位置：阿尔伯里-沃东加位于悉尼和墨尔本之间的休姆高速公路上，是货运和物流运营的理想枢纽[1][5]。
• 多式联运设施：该地区拥有关键基础设施，例如：
  • Logic Wodonga多式联运终端，支持铁路货运服务，与布里斯班、墨尔本、阿德莱德和珀斯相连。它每年处理超过104,000吨货物，并提供大量本地就业机会[3]。
  • Ettamogah铁路枢纽，进一步增强了铁路货运能力[7]。
• 航空货运：阿尔伯里机场支持商业和工业航空货运，与公路和铁路网络互为补充[1][7]。

工业发展

• Logic Wodonga：一个占地600公顷的物流园区，设计为内陆港口，连接休姆高速公路和悉尼-墨尔本铁路线。它可容纳大规模工业用户，并具备未来扩展能力[2][6]。
• Woolworths配送中心：位于Barnawartha的9000万澳元设施增加了该地区的物流能力[2]。
• 工业用地供应：沃东加拥有超过15年的工业用地供应，可满足仓储、运输和制造需求[2]。

政府支持与投资

• 维多利亚州政府在支持物流增长方面进行了大量投资：
  • 为Logic多式联运终端投资1800万澳元[3]。
  • 为沃东加TAFE的机器人和自动驾驶培训提供45万澳元资金[4]。
  • 为Wodonga Gas Gate项目提供260万澳元，以确保工业用气供应稳定[4]。

经济影响

• 物流行业创造了大量就业机会，例如Logic Wodonga等设施提供了数百个岗位。
• 作为物流枢纽，该地区通过降低运输成本并提高出口竞争力，为当地企业提供支持[3][8]。

阿尔伯里-沃东加作为物流中心的发展，使其成为澳大利亚供应链中的关键节点，推动经济增长和区域发展。

Citations:
[1] https://www.wodonga.vic.gov.au/Portals/0/Attachments/Wodonga_Industrial_Land_Strategy_2018.pdf
[2] https://www.planning.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0031/99382/Regional-Industrial-Report-Wodonga.pdf
[3] https://www.rdv.vic.gov.au/grants-and-programs/success-stories/by-road-or-rail,-wodonga-is-playing-a-pivotal-role-in-domestic-freight-services
[4] https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/unlocking-potential-wodonga-logistics-precinct
[5] https://www.logicwodonga.com.au
[6] https://www.logicwodonga.com.au/Industrial-Land
[7] https://investalburywodonga.com.au/opportunities/logistics
[8] https://www.investalburywodonga.com.au/news/2021/oct/Endless-opportunities-for-manufacturing,-transport-and-logistics-sectors