Manufacturing focus as governments back study into potential new WA oil refinery
The Australian Government has announced the first step toward investigating a potential new large-scale oil refinery in Western Australia, saying the proposal could strengthen Australia's fuel security while providing a boost to local manufacturing if it proceeds.
Qld launches $487M recycling fund to expand waste infrastructure
The Queensland Government has announced a A$487 million Waste Reduction and Recycling Activation Fund as part of its Less Landfill, More Recycling 2035 plan, with the investment aimed at expanding recycling infrastructure, supporting councils and industry, and reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill.
Australia unveils space strategy to boost advanced manufacturing and local industry capability
The Australian Government has released a new Statement on Space outlining its vision to strengthen Australia's space industry, with a focus on expanding domestic manufacturing capability, supporting economic resilience and increasing participation in the global space economy.
BioPak partners with veritree to fund nearly 60,000 trees for restoration projects
BioPak has announced a partnership with restoration platform veritree, committing to fund the planting of almost 60,000 verified trees over the next 18 months as part of ecosystem restoration projects in British Columbia, Canada, and Tanzania.
Manufacturing giant BYD teams with Smart to support EV uptake in Australia
A new partnership between electric vehicle manufacturer BYD Australia and salary packaging provider Smart aims to make manufactured electric vehicles more affordable for eligible Australians by integrating novated leasing into the vehicle purchasing process, according to a media release from Smartgroup Corporation.Â
Australian-built Mad Max vehicle recreations launched in limited licensed collection
Mad Max Factory has announced the launch of a limited collection of officially licensed Mad Max vehicle recreations, with the Australian-built models developed for collectors and fans of the film franchise.
La Trobe launches AI Business Studio to support SME AI adoption
La Trobe University has launched a pilot AI Business Studio aimed at helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) identify and adopt practical and responsible uses of artificial intelligence, with the university targeting support for more than 1,000 businesses during 2027 and 2028.
TGA issues latest manufacturing licensing decisions for Australian therapeutic goods sector
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has released its latest update on regulatory decisions affecting Australian therapeutic goods manufacturing, announcing changes to manufacturing licences held by manufacturers across the country.
Net Zero Commission calls for faster rollout of renewables and electrification in NSW
The Net Zero Commission says New South Wales has made progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and expanding low-emission technologies, but warns stronger action will be needed if the state is to meet its legislated emissions reduction targets for 2030 and 2035.
RMIT advances manufacturing of magnetic material for microplastics and PFAS removal
RMIT University says it has developed a magnetic water treatment material that can be manufactured more efficiently while removing micro- and nano-plastics and some PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), with researchers positioning the technology as a step towards practical wastewater treatment applications.
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What spending reveals about downstream consumer demand for manufactured goods
For manufacturers supplying consumer-facing markets, understanding demand conditions has become increasingly important in an environment shaped by cautious spending, rising costs and intense competition.
