Swinburne and Geotab launch AI-powered transport innovation hub
Swinburne University and Geotab have launched a new transport research centre aimed at advancing artificial intelligence-powered transport innovation and addressing challenges facing Australia’s transport infrastructure.
LION proposes closure of James Boag’s Brewery in Launceston
LION has announced a proposal to close the James Boag’s Brewery in Launceston in November 2026, citing long-term declines in the national beer market and ongoing cost pressures.
Toyota Australia expands 2026 vehicle forecast following global production uplift
Toyota Australia has announced it has secured an additional 10,000 vehicles for Australian customers in 2026, in a move the company says will help meet continued strong demand across its model range.
Robotics and AI drive new manufacturing partnership between University of Canberra and OMRON
A new manufacturing-focused partnership between the University of Canberra and OMRON Automation and Robotics Oceania aims to strengthen Australia’s capabilities in robotics, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital manufacturing, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalise collaboration on workforce development and industrial innovation.
Manufacturing compliance concerns raised as Weld Australia warns of broader “tick-and-flick” culture following e-bike...
A growing compliance issue highlighted in Australia’s manufacturing sector has broader implications for safety and regulation across multiple industries, according to Weld Australia, which has linked recent concerns about non-compliant e-bikes to what it describes as a wider “tick-and-flick” culture affecting manufacturing, construction and infrastructure.
NSW boosts low-carbon manufacturing with $225M investment
The NSW Government announced an additional $225 million investment aimed at expanding low-carbon manufacturing across the state, supporting local production, attracting private investment and creating skilled jobs.
Lockheed Martin ramps up Australian manufacturing in guided weapons push
Manufacturing capability in Australia’s defence sector has received a boost following a new agreement between Lockheed Martin Australia and the Australian Government to begin local production of key guided weapon components for the Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS).
Manufacturing supply chains under pressure as land constraints reshape Australian warehousing strategy, says Dematic
Australia’s manufacturing and distribution sectors are being forced to rethink warehouse design and capacity planning as industrial land near major cities tightens, according to automation provider Dematic.
Australia’s first RNA manufacturing facility opens in NSW
HDR says a facility it describes as Australia’s first dedicated RNA research and manufacturing facility has officially opened within the Macquarie University Innovation Precinct, supporting the development and production of next-generation vaccines, therapies and diagnostics.
Australian manufacturing faces weaker demand as inflation and supply disruptions persist in May –...
Australia's manufacturing sector continued to face challenging conditions in May, with new orders falling at the fastest pace since October last year as strong inflationary pressures and ongoing supply-chain disruptions weighed on demand, according to the latest S&P Global Australia Manufacturing PMI.
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