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Nestle invest $40m in Smithtown factory

Nestle Australia has unveiled the final stage of its expansion plan for its Smithtown facility located on the NSW mid north coast.

The project will see Nestle expand its production capabilities by investing in the construction of new facilities to house state-of-the-art technology.

Around $53m has been invested since 2011 in the factory – a large proportion of which was allocated to bring production of Nescafe Café Menu to the facility following an outbreak of foot and mouth disease in South Korea in 2010 – and close to 25 full time positions have been created since.

Evan Gongolidis, Nestle Australia’s business executive manager – beverages said the expansion has seen the creation of a permanent home for Nescafe Café Menu.

“The decision to create this substantial investment and a long term vision for our business in Smithtown is a tribute to the region, its residents and the local economy,” said Gongolidis. 

“Smithtown has proved to be a wonderful home for us to produce iconic products such as Milo that have been enjoyed in the homes of generations of Australians.”

State member for Oxley, Andrew Stoner, said Nestlé’s continued investment in the Macleay Valley and Mid North Coast was fantastic news for the region.

“Nestlé is not only one of the biggest employers in the area but has also been in Smithtown for more than 90 years – with many more to come,” he said. 

“This region will continue to be prosperous and we welcome and thank Nestlé’s continued support to our local economy.” 

 

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