"The fact that we achieved this was in no small part due to the close cooperation and support we received from local councils and state government agencies," Havyatt said.

Excelior general manager Greg Scott said the rural communities are a good location for the centers as they have developed infrastructure and education.

"Both Bendigo and Robina have good infrastructure and a large well educated population, important factors when considering the location of a contact center," Scott said.

Both Bendigo Community Telco and Telstra Country Wide offered to recruit any displaced staff following the November announcement.