Innovation Internet > Review of Australia's Textile, Clothing and Footwear (TCF) Industry
 
 
 
 
 
 


(Last Reviewed :  16/06/2008 )

Australia's textile, clothing and footwear (TCF) industry has faced increasing competitive pressures over the last decade. The Government is aware of these issues and determined to work with the sector to develop viable strategies for its long-term future.

The Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, Senator Kim Carr has announced a comprehensive review of the TCF Industry to be conducted by Professor Roy Green supported by an expert reference group.

The review's task will be to develop practical and effective strategies to ensure Australia's TCF industry enjoys a vibrant, innovative and competitive future. A report will be provided back to the Australian Government on its outcomes, including recommendations by 31 August 2008.

 


WHAT'S NEW


■  Public Consultations

As part of the Review, Professor Green undertook open stakeholder consultations in several capital cities in May 2008.

Public Consultations - Dates & Venues

■  Call for submissions

Professor Roy Green called for submissions to provide views, insights and forward-thinking ideas to the review. The deadline for submissions was 23 May 2008. 

Letter from the Reviewer calling for submissions 
Media release on the Reviewer's call for submissions (8 April 2008)
Media release - Senator Kim Carr welcomes the call for submissions (8 April 2008)

The following submissions were received

Submissions received A - K
Submissions received L - Z 


■  Industry case studies
 
Professor Roy Green invited interested industry parties including firms, groups or individuals to contribute best practice industry case studies for consideration in the Review process.

Industry case studies 

MORE INFORMATION

The TCF Review Terms of Reference

The TCF Review Reference Group

Related Information

Contact the TCF Review Secretariat