Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, accompanied by Holt MP Cassandra Fernando, visited JD Propagation in Pearcedale on Saturday 29 June.
JD Propagation, a wholesale plant nursery located at the southern end of the Division of Holt, employs more than 55 people.
The Prime Minister held a press conference at the venue, followed by a tour of the facility conducted by the owners, Jen and Dan.
During his visit, Mr Albanese promoted the government’s cost-of-living measures and highlighted the role of small businesses in job creation.
“This business in southeast Melbourne grows nearly 14 million plants a year. And on Monday nearly 14 million Australians will get a tax cut,” Mr Albanese said.
“We’re focused on cutting taxes, growing wages and helping families with the cost of living because we want an economy where every Australian can thrive.”
Ms Fernando addressed the workers at JD Propagation, discussing how the latest tax cuts would help alleviate cost-of-living pressures.
“It’s great to see our Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, right here in the electorate of Holt and the southeast suburbs,” Ms Fernando said.
“I would like to thank Jen and Dan for hosting us here today and showing us around. JD Propagation is a job creator located right here in the electorate of Holt.”
Mr Albanese also used the visit to meet local community leaders.
He continued his Melbourne visit by meeting with local business owners in Forest Hill and concluded the day at a send-off dinner for the Paris Olympic and Paralympic teams.
