CSIRO-backed program targets manufacturing and SME innovation in Qld
The CSIRO and the Queensland Government have launched a free training program aimed at supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including those in manufacturing, to develop research and development (R&D) capabilities and pursue innovation opportunities.
Manufacturing boost as Vorwerk relocates Australasian HQ to Victoria
The Victorian Government says manufacturing capability and investment attraction remain central to the state’s economic strategy, as global home technology company Vorwerk relocates its Australasian headquarters from Perth to Melbourne, in a move expected to support 55 jobs.
Boral names Matt McKenzie as new CEO
Boral Limited has announced the appointment of Matt McKenzie as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 April 2026, succeeding Vik Bansal, who will join the SGH Board as a Director.
Queensland breaks ground on nation’s first green steel manufacturing mill in 30 years
Queensland has officially begun construction on the country’s first steel mill in more than three decades, with a focus on sustainable manufacturing and meeting domestic demand for reinforcing bar.
Nationwide push highlights homegrown manufacturing with ‘Made Right Here’
Australian Made has launched its “Made Right Here” campaign, putting a spotlight on local manufacturing and Australian businesses nationwide.
Opella Healthcare launches manufacturing electrification project backed by $1.94M in federal funding
Opella Healthcare has announced a new manufacturing-focused electrification project at its North Brisbane facility, supported by $1.94 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), in what the company describes as an Australian first in site decarbonisation.
Australia moves to support onshore fuel production amid market pressures
The Australian Government has announced changes to the Fuel Security Services Payment aimed at supporting domestic fuel production and helping refineries adapt to new technologies.
Hazer signs graphite offtake LOI to support low-emissions steel manufacturing
Hazer Group Ltd has entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding and graphite offtake letter of intent with Green Steel of WA Collie Pty Ltd, in a move aimed at supporting low-emissions steel manufacturing in Western Australia.
BioCina launches manufacturing program for Patrys’ injectable delirium therapy
BioCina Pty Ltd, a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO), has launched a comprehensive manufacturing program for RLS-2201, a proprietary injectable formulation of Quetiapine being developed by Patrys Ltd (ASX: PAB) for the acute treatment of delirium in intensive care.
$158M funding to scale Australian manufacturing of precision autonomy tech
Advanced Navigation has raised AUD 158 million in a Series C funding round to accelerate manufacturing and deployment of its high-precision autonomous systems.
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