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Edify Energy to build large-scale solar and battery system for Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto and Edify Energy have signed two hybrid services agreements (HSAs) to supply renewable energy to Rio Tinto’s Gladstone aluminium operations in Queensland. 

Defence readies $21M Innovation Hub Investment to drive advanced tech development

In an effort to bolster Australia's defence capability and to better arm the Australian Defence Force (ADF), the Morrison Government will introduce 10 new...

WA’s first space satellite ready for take-off

Western Australia’s first homegrown, highly integrated spacecraft is set to be launched from the International Space Station (ISS) in Cape Canaveral in the United...

Advanced manufacturing takes centre stage in $1 billion Bradfield City development

A major manufacturing facility will form the cornerstone of a $1 billion development deal for Bradfield City, the new urban precinct in South West Sydney, the New South Wales Government announced.

Adelaide to house new iLAuNCH Trailblazer additive manufacturing hub

A new advanced manufacturing facility that will build more durable satellites and hypersonic structures is underway in Adelaide as part of the first Innovative Launch, Automation, Novel Materials, Communications and Hypersonics (iLAuNCH) Trailblazer project. 

BluGlass receives first order for GaN DFB lasers for quantum and defence applications

Global semiconductor developer BluGlass announced has secured its inaugural purchase order for alpha gallium nitride (GaN) Distributed Feedback (DFB) lasers.

PM Anthony Albanese reveals ambitious vision for the Australian manufacturing industry

Anthony Albanese has provided key insights into his pre-budget strategy during a recent speech, announcing plans to introduce the Future Made in Australia Act, a framework aimed at boosting investment, creating jobs, and seizing opportunities in key sectors such as renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, and critical minerals.

Defence invests $110m in undersea support vessel for future ops

The Australian Government announced that it has procured a dedicated Undersea Support Vessel for the Australian Defence Force (ADF) in a push to enhance maritime capability.

New critical technologies list to help secure Australia’s future

The Australian government has updated the List of Critical Technologies to support fields that will have a high impact on Australia’s national interest and help secure the country’s future. 

JG King Homes advances sustainable manufacturing with 8 Star energy-efficient homes

Victorian home builder JG King Homes has announced a major manufacturing milestone, committing to deliver 8 Star energy-efficient homes across all its standard designs at no extra cost to customers.
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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.