Manufacturing projects feature in $1M WA RED Grants boost for Great Southern
Manufacturing projects are among six initiatives to receive a share of $1.02 million in funding under Round 8 of the Western Australian Government’s Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants program, aimed at supporting economic diversification and business resilience across the Great Southern.
Australia, US boost manufacturing-linked critical minerals projects with $5B framework investment
The Australian Government says more than $5 billion will be delivered to support critical minerals projects tied to advanced manufacturing and supply chains, under a bilateral framework with the United States.
Manufacturing advances in 3D printing explored for nuclear fuel transport safety, says American Nuclear...
New developments in additive manufacturing are being examined as a potential way to reshape how key safety components for nuclear fuel transport are produced, with a focus on manufacturing efficiency, cost and performance, according to a report published by the American Nuclear Society.
Researchers examine role of leafy vegetables in alternative mining methods
Leafy vegetables commonly found in household kitchens could play a role in extracting valuable metals from contaminated soils, according to research from The University of Queensland.
How organisations can prepare for the next wave of AI and automation
The next wave of automation is being shaped by agentic AI and the orchestration of multiple AI models across systems, data sources, and business environments.
BAE Systems Australia-led team secures seven-year Anzac class design support deal
BAE Systems Australia, working with BMT, has been awarded the Anzac Class Designer Support Contract (DSC-West) to sustain and enhance the Royal Australian Navy’s Anzac class fleet under a $163 million, seven-year agreement.
Manufacturing-led AM market reaches $16B in 2025 – report
Manufacturing activity within the additive manufacturing (AM) sector continued to expand in 2025, with the global 3D printing and AM market reaching $16.0 billion, according to Additive Manufacturing Research (AM Research), which said the industry is showing signs of renewed growth momentum across key manufacturing segments.
Ipswich highlights manufacturing potential in push to become Queensland’s defence hub
Ipswich City Council says the city’s manufacturing sector is central to its ambition to become Queensland’s manufacturing and defence capital, supported by a large pipeline of industrial land and targeted investment efforts.
Amaero reports new manufacturing agreement backed by $7.8M titanium powder order
Amaero Ltd said it has secured a new manufacturing agreement that includes a A$7.8 million purchase order for titanium alloy powders, with shipments scheduled across fiscal year 2027.
Pilbara manufacturing boosted through $846,700 in RED Grants
The Western Australian Government is investing in the Pilbara’s economic diversification and manufacturing capacity, awarding $846,700 to five regional projects through Round 8 of the Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants program.
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Good Design Australia opens entries for 2026 awards
For more than six decades, Good Design Australia has celebrated the power of design to shape innovation, industry, and everyday life. Its flagship program, the Australian Good Design Awards, recognises projects that show how thoughtful design can enhance products, services, systems, and communities.
