This initiative, starting with Wodonga as the first location, will complement the Coalition Government's Energy for the Regions program, which aims to provide natural gas to regional and rural communities across Victoria.

"LNG provides a number of advantages for trucking operators including lower carbon and nitrogen emissions with LNG vehicles also noticeably quieter than their diesel equivalents," noted Napthine. "This funding will also lower the cost to transport goods to our regions and give our regional producers access to lower cost options for delivering their products to our ports or to market."

In addition, Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan said: "The Coalition Government is constantly investing in infrastructure and services, while building networks, creating employment and improving necessary facilities. We are determined to encourage greater investment in the regions through new industry and business opportunities."

Source: Victoria Government