Australia, Norway sign defence MOU to support missile manufacturing, regional security
The Australian Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Norway aimed at supporting the acquisition and domestic manufacturing of missiles in Australia, as part of broader efforts to strengthen national self-reliance and regional security.
National Pear Week highlights pears as low-cost, low-waste food option
Australia’s pear growers and food advocates are highlighting pears as an affordable and nutritious food option during the cost-of-living crisis, with National Pear Week set to run from 25 to 31 May.
Safer Storage Systems expands manufacturing capability with new pallet racking investment
Safer Storage Systems (SSS) has expanded its manufacturing operations in Australia, commissioning a new upright roll former as part of a broader investment aimed at strengthening local pallet racking production
Titomic lands Lufthansa Technik manufacturing contract for cold spray capability
Advanced manufacturing company Titomic has received a purchase order from Lufthansa Technik AG to provide additional cold spray capability at the company’s facility in Hamburg, Germany.
1,000th locally manufactured tunnel segment completed in major SA infrastructure project
The South Australian Government says a major manufacturing milestone has been reached on the $15.4 billion River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project, with the 1,000th locally manufactured precast tunnel-lining segment completed at a facility in Waterloo Corner.
Arkeus relocates advanced manufacturing and defence tech operations to Qld in $25M expansion
Defence technology company Arkeus will relocate its operations and establish advanced manufacturing capability in Queensland following a $25 million Series A investment round.
Australian Made Week kicks off at the MCG with spotlight on local manufacturing
Australian Made Week 2026 has officially kicked off at the MCG, spotlighting the local manufacturing behind one of Australian sport’s most recognisable features — the AFL’s “big sticks”.
Australian caravan buyers shifting toward local manufacturers, Crusader data shows
Crusader Caravans has reported new data indicating shifting traveller behaviour in Australia, with growing interest in locally made caravans driven by durability concerns, long-term value considerations and ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
Monash University researchers unveil ultra-thin membrane for cleaner energy systems
Engineers at Monash University have developed an ultra-thin membrane designed to improve the efficiency of fuel cells operating at high temperatures, in a breakthrough the researchers say could support wider use of clean energy technologies in transport and industry.
Back Australia marks Australian Made Week with new consumer research
New independent research suggests Australians exposed to the Back Australia campaign are showing increased willingness to support local manufacturing and spend more on Australian-made goods, according to YouGov data commissioned by News Corp Australia.
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Automotive canopy and tray manufacturer manages 6,000 SKUs with self-implemented ERP
Australian automotive accessories manufacturer Trig Point self-implemented an ERP system in just three months and gained control over its unwieldy component inventory, product customizations, and production processes. “We wouldn’t be able to manage that without a system like this,” says Chris Wasylkiw, Production Engineer.
