ACCI: Wages soar by 3.6% in private labour sector
The private sector wage bill has increased by 3.6 per cent in 2022 with businesses delivering the strongest rate of compensation rise in more than a decade, according to a media release by the Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ACCI).
Gov’t invests $18.4M in new quantum growth hub at University of Sydney
The Australian Government has allocated $18.4 million to the University of Sydney for the establishment of a groundbreaking national centre aimed at fostering growth within the country's quantum industry.
Aussie family owned business takes to Kickstarter to release innovative baby nail trimmer
Australian family-run business Christie & Christie is launching a Kickstarter campaign on February 15 for the Nail Snail, the first substantial change in nail...
Call for R&D reform as productivity stagnates, says Ai Group
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) has called for a significant overhaul of the country’s research and development (R&D) system, warning that Australia risks falling behind if commercialisation and productivity outcomes are not prioritised in future reforms.
Multi-industry manufacturer partners with vegetablesWA for sustainable farming trials
Veratin Limited, a diverse manufacturer known for its sustainable high-quality products, announced a trial partnership agreement with vegetablesWA to conduct demonstrations and trials with vegetable growers in Western Australia.
Ausnutria acquires Aussie dairy firm ADP
Hong Kong listed Ausnutria Dairy Corporation has announced the acquisition of Victoria-based dairy company Australian Dairy Park (ADP) for A$10 million in cash plus...
New Additive Manufacturing Hub to be established in Victoria
Victorian Minister for Industry and Employment Ben Carroll has announced $2 million in funding for a new dedicated virtual hub that will connect local...
Researchers develop wearable device that generates energy from finger movements
Researchers have introduced an experimental wearable device that harnesses power from a user's finger movements and possesses the ability to create and store memories, showing promise in the field of health monitoring and other applications.
Australia repeals carbon tax, infuriates Opposition and environmentalists
Premier Tony Abbott has finally delivered his key pre-election promise to scrap the carbon tax after Australia’s Senate on Thursday voted in favour of...
Qld backs QPM’s Townsville manufacturing hub with $8M boost
The Queensland Government is making an $8 million investment to prepare the Townsville Energy Chemicals Hub (TECH) project for investment readiness, boosting the local manufacturing sector.
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Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 to make Brisbane debut
Australia’s leading advanced manufacturing showcase, Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW), is set to return in 2026, marking its first-ever event in Brisbane.
