Murray Goulburn Co-operative Ltd

Contact Name:      Gavin Russell Address:            Broadway St Cobram VIC 3644 Telephone 03 5871 0222 Fax: 03 5872 2951 E-Mail: gavin.russell@mgv.com.au

Years in business: 54 years in Cobram

Description of business: Dairy factory employing 460 staff in Cobram. 70% of product volumes are exported. Sales turnover $300 million plus.

Business Activities: Cheese making, whey processing and retail cutting / wrapping operations.

History of business: Factory established in Cobram in 1951 by cooperative of local farmers. Originally a cheese factory before becoming involved in whey processing and later, cheese cutting  / wrapping operations.

Reason for being involved in Champions of Business: Interested in the development of the local town and shire. The area needs to attract more businesses / services - population growth is essential.

Last Modified: 18-Jun-08