Wednesday, March 11, 2026

NSW backs $70M green hydrogen and ammonia project to support Moree farms

The New South Wales government has approved an innovative green hydrogen and ammonia project near Moree aimed at helping farms reduce emissions, with the facility expected to supply renewable fuel and fertiliser for agricultural operations in the region.

Manufacturing apprentices recognised in Queensland Women in Manufacturing awards

The Queensland Government has highlighted the role of women in strengthening the state’s manufacturing sector, announcing the winners of the 2026 Women in Manufacturing Apprentice Awards and opening nominations for the Women in Manufacturing Leadership Program.

Cooperative Research Australia welcomes new Critical Metals CRC backed by federal investment

Cooperative Research Australia has welcomed the establishment of Australia’s newest Cooperative Research Centre, the Critical Metals for Critical Industries (CMCI) CRC, following the announcement of $53 million in Australian Government funding for the initiative.

$53M grant to support development of critical metals refining industry

The Australian Government has announced $53 million in funding to support the development of a domestic critical metals refining industry through the Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Program.

Advanced vaccine manufacturing in Australia to supply Canada with 15 million pandemic doses

Advanced vaccine manufacturing in Australia is set to support Canada’s pandemic preparedness plans after Australian manufacturer CSL Seqirus secured a contract to supply influenza vaccines in the event of a future global outbreak.

Australia, Canada leaders highlight manufacturing cooperation during Canberra talks

Australia and Canada have signalled deeper cooperation in manufacturing and industrial capability following talks in Canberra between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, according to a joint statement released by the two governments.

Program launched to recycle used clear aligners across Australia and New Zealand

A new recycling initiative aimed at reducing plastic waste from orthodontic treatment has been launched across Australia and New Zealand through a partnership between Angelalign Technology Inc and recycling company TerraCycle.

Government, industry launch network to help Australian exporters diversify

The Australian Government and industry groups have launched a new network aimed at helping Australian exporters expand into new markets and strengthen trade diversification efforts.

Push to attract more women into Queensland manufacturing careers

A new campaign has been launched to encourage more women to pursue careers in manufacturing as Queensland continues to face skills shortages across the $28.9 billion manufacturing sector, according to Manufacturing Skills Queensland (MSQ). 

Manufacturing begins on guided missiles in Australia, Defence says

The Australian Defence Department has announced that manufacturing of Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS) has commenced in Australia, marking the start of domestic production of the missiles.
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From cost exposure to cost control: Using energy flexibility to protect margins

Electricity price volatility is reshaping the cost base of Australian manufacturing, challenging long-held assumptions that energy can be treated as a stable operational input.