Mr  J. BULL (Sunbury) — Last week I had the great pleasure to meet Willow Ware CEO Richard Simiane to discuss the challenges of local manufacturing and the ways the Andrews Labor government can assist Willow in continuing to operate in a competitive environment. The family-run business started 130 years ago from the humblest of beginnings but has grown to be a leading manufacturer and employer of over 200 people, operating locally in Tullamarine. Buying Australian-made products like Willow directly supports local jobs and fair and decent working conditions. I want to take this opportunity to thank all the staff at Willow for their excellent work.