House committee launches inquiry into critical minerals with focus on manufacturing, regional outcomes
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Primary Industries has launched an inquiry into the factors shaping social licence and economic development outcomes for critical minerals projects across Australia, including their role in domestic manufacturing and industrial supply chains.
Riviera’s manufacturing-led apprenticeship model wins national recognition
Manufacturing skills development has been placed in the national spotlight after Gold Coast boat manufacturer Riviera was named Apprentice Employer of the Year at the 2025 Australian Training Awards in Darwin.
Locally manufactured VIVA paper towels support national cancer nursing initiative
Kimberly-Clark has launched a limited-edition pink version of its VIVA paper towels, with proceeds supporting McGrath Cancer Care Nurses through a summer fundraising campaign.
Military UAV manufacturer KTEK Systems Raises $2.5m in seed funding
Military UAV sub-assembly and airframe manufacturing company KTEK Systems has completed a $2.5 million oversubscribed seed capital raising, exceeding its initial $1.5 million target, according to Chapter One Advisors.
New gas exploration areas to help stabilise supply for homes and manufacturing – AEP
Australian Energy Producers has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to open five new offshore petroleum exploration areas in the Otway Basin, saying the move will help secure long-term gas supply for Australia’s energy system and support key sectors, including manufacturing.
Manufacturing capability boost as WA agrifood producers secure business development vouchers
Manufacturing capability across Western Australia’s agrifood and beverage sector is set to be strengthened, with 80 businesses receiving support under the State Government’s Agrifood and Beverage Voucher Program to help scale production, improve processes and pursue growth opportunities.
Boral secures $25M grant to advance low-carbon cement manufacturing transition
Boral has announced it has secured $25 million in NSW Government funding to support a major alternative-fuel project aimed at reducing emissions from cement manufacturing at its Berrima Cement Works.
Tomago electricity strategy a ‘step in the right direction,’ Aluminium Council says
The Australian Aluminium Council has welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement that it will explore a pathway to deliver electricity supply to Tomago Aluminium from 2028, describing the move as an important step for the smelter, its workforce, and the broader Hunter region.
Engineers Australia calls for engineering-led planning as summer risks rise
Engineers Australia is urging governments and communities to prioritise engineering-led solutions as the country prepares for a summer marked by hotter-than-average temperatures, heightened bushfire danger and increased pressure on critical infrastructure.
Amaero advances US manufacturing expansion with major equipment orders
Amaero Ltd has announced new manufacturing investments in the United States, securing binding purchase contracts for its Argon recycling plant and a fourth EIGA Premium atomiser.
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AVEVA and Schneider Electric spearhead digital transformation in mining
AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software driving digital transformation, has partnered with Schneider Electric to redefine what smart, sustainable mining looks like in the age of AI.
