Region. Company into voluntary liquidation

Cumberland Industries Limited, headquartered at Auburn, with operations throughout Western Sydney, has been placed into voluntary liquidation, according to the Penrith-based Western Weekender newspaper. A spokesperson, who confirmed that Peter Hedge and Associates had been appointed as the administrator, said it was “business as usual” while the administrators assessed the situation. “The decision was made to ensure the long term viability of Cumberland and secure the ongoing future employment for our 600 people with a disability,” the spokesperson said. Cumberland Industries has been providing employment, training and vocational support opportunities for people with disabilities since 1962.