Australia unveils 52 investment-ready critical minerals projects in latest prospectus
The Australian Government has released the Australian Critical Minerals Prospectus, highlighting 52 high-quality, investment-ready projects in a move towards bolstering the nation’s position in the critical minerals market.
ARENA backs Murchison Green Hydrogen with landmark $814M investment
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced the first recipient of its Hydrogen Headstart Program, awarding $814 million in funding to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners’ (CIP) Murchison Green Hydrogen Project in Western Australia.
$500M defence manufacturing boost for Western Sydney
Manufacturing and construction jobs are expected to increase in Western Sydney following a $508 million investment by the Albanese Government in two defence infrastructure projects linked to Australia’s guided weapons and explosive ordnance manufacturing capability, according to the Australian Department of Defence.
Schneider-acquired AVEVA to bolster industrial metaverse transformation efforts
UK-based industrial software company AVEVA is predicting exponential growth for the industrial metaverse with key initiatives already underway, months after being acquired by global automation and energy management specialists Schneider Electric.
Amcor and Mondelez invest in Licella’s first recycling facility in Australia
Construction is set for one of Australia’s first advanced plastic recycling facilities following an announcement that packaging company Amcor and food company Mondel?z will invest in Licella’s Catalytic Hydrothermal Reactor (Cat-HTR) technology.
New options in defence industry for STEM Returners
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BAE Systems is the first Australian company to join with STEM Returners to provide new opportunities for skilled professionals in its national defence...
Manufacturing expansion drives CEO transition at Hitex Confectionery
Hitex Confectionery, an Australian manufacturer of premium sports, nutrition, and health bars, has appointed Darren Butler as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 January 2026.
Toyota Australia to deliver first locally-assembled hydrogen generator to Thiess
Toyota Australia announced that Thiess, one of the world’s largest mining services companies, will be the first recipient of its locally-assembled EODev GEH2 hydrogen fuel cell stationary power generator.
CS Energy taps into UQ’s Warwick Solar Farm
CS Energy has signed an offtake agreement to purchase a proportion of the renewable energy produced at the University of Queensland’s 64 megawatt Warwick...
Qld launches new Gladstone SuperGrid Training Centre and Transmission Hub
Powerlink Queensland has officially launched its interim Queensland SuperGrid Training Centre and Transmission Hub in Gladstone to upskill energy workers and support the changing energy focus in the area.
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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.
