Macfarlane says high Australian dollar still continues to hurt manufacturing
Federal Industry Minister Ian Macfarlane said the biggest issue that continues to hurt Australia’s manufacturing industry is the country’s high dollar, while also admitting...
Productivity Frontiers : Internet of Things – Industrial Revolution 4
Australian manufacturing has lessons to learn from Germany in enhancing its manufacturing excellence to the next level. This will include giving an ear to...
CFMEU campaigns for Oz pulp support following staff cuts at Shoalhaven mill
Following further job losses at the Shoalhaven paper mill on the NSW South Coast, the Construction Forestry Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) announced the...
Alcoa’s latest armor product is now specified for use in US military vehicles
Alcoa’s latest armor product, the Alcoa’s ArmX 5456-H151, has now been specified for use in US military vehicles by the US Army Research Lab...
Manufacturers and environmental organisations react to Target’s policy change on plastic bags
Target Australia’s recent step backward on its sustainability measures has prompted manufacturers of bioplastics to voice out their opinions on the impact that packaging...
Toyota Australia reaches new milestone on its 50th anniversary
Toyota Australia has achieved a new manufacturing milestone as it celebrates its 50th anniversary in the country—the production and sale of its two-millionth locally...
Union members asked to show support to keep Electrolux producing in Orange
All members of the Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) are being invited to join the community of Orange, NSW in the fight to keep...
Kimberly-Clark Australia wins Banksia Sustainability Award
Kimberly-Clark Australia has won the prestigious Banksia award for Leading in Sustainability for large Organisations at the 25th Banksia Sustainability Awards held on Wednesday...
Are you getting tired of Australian manufacturing? Survey finds majority of Aussies feel the...
Two-thirds of Australians who responded to a government-commissioned survey believe that the manufacturing sector is in decline and can no longer compete globally.
The Australian...
Department of Defence launches book on Australian-designed anti-ship missiles
Australia’s Department of Defence has launched Nulka: A Compelling Story, a book which covered the story of a hovering rocket which has significantly contributed...
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Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 enters final run-up to Brisbane debut
Australia’s manufacturing sector continues to play a critical role in the national economy, underpinned by ongoing investment in advanced technologies, automation, and high-value production.
