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The University of South Australia (UniSA) has released new research highlighting potential pathways to extend the lifespan of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and reduce their environmental impact, as Australia faces a growing challenge of solar waste.

DroneShield Limited has announced it will invest $13 million over three years to establish a new research and development (R&D) facility in Adelaide, South Australia, as part of the company’s continued global expansion in counter-drone and electronic warfare (EW) technology.

Australia’s gold sector is helping to cushion the impact of lower revenues from resources and energy exports, according to the federal government’s latest quarterly report.

The Albanese Government has announced $192 million in funding to help Australian manufacturers cut gas use, lower energy costs and reduce emissions, with new support directed toward leading companies and regional industries.

RMIT University has announced the development of an experimental 3D-printed diamond–titanium device that can generate electricity from flowing liquid and wirelessly receive power through tissue, which researchers say could pave the way for next-generation medical implants that never require battery replacement.

Global manufacturing activity continued to expand in September, supported by rising output and new orders, according to the latest JP Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI report, compiled by JP Morgan in partnership with S&P Global Market Intelligence, ISM, and IFPSM.

Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited (EOS) has announced it has secured a contract valued at A$108 million for the supply of Remote Weapon Systems (RWS) for the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF) LAND 400-3 project.

Australia’s manufacturing sector continued to expand in September, although at a slower pace, according to the latest S&P Global Australia Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) report.

Eurobodalla residents now have a more convenient way to recycle their drink containers with the opening of an upgraded Return and Earn machine in Moruya.

Manufacturing and construction skills are at the core of a new training initiative launched at Melbourne Polytechnic’s Heidelberg campus, where students have begun participating in the Future of Housing Construction Centre of Excellence.