Cordless lighting security system earns NEOZ a 2026 design award
NEOZ has won a 2026 Australian Good Design Award for its Cordless Lamp Lock, a tool-free security system designed to secure cordless lamps in hospitality environments without compromising their appearance.
CSIRO-led project tests regenerative farming practices for climate resilience
A five-year CSIRO-led project is testing regenerative agriculture practices across South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales to assess how they could help grain producers manage increasingly dry and unpredictable conditions.
Hunter manufacturing finalists announced ahead of 2026 awards gala
The Hunter Manufacturing Awards has announced its finalists across 16 award categories, recognising manufacturers, industry collaborations and individuals ahead of its annual gala in Newcastle on 30 October 2026.
Local manufacturing helps Australian coffee brand expand into new markets
Australian manufacturing capabilities have helped Melbourne-based coffee brand First Press expand its ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee range, with support from Victorian manufacturer Tongala Nutrition and processing and packaging company Tetra Pak.
Built Here showcase highlights Australian manufacturing and research capabilities
Australian manufacturing and advanced technology innovations will be among hundreds of projects showcased at Parliament House in Canberra on 12 October, as industry, research and government organisations highlight the outcomes of collaborative research and development.
$14.5M funding to support Riverina rice manufacturing and 200 jobs
The Australian Government has committed $14.5 million towards new rice manufacturing infrastructure in Leeton, NSW, with the project expected to support more than 200 direct and indirect jobs in the Riverina region.
Queensland manufacturing exporters recognised at 2026 awards
Queensland manufacturing businesses have been recognised for their international success at the 2026 Premier of Queensland’s Export Awards, with medical device manufacturer Cook Medical named Queensland Exporter of the Year and Helitak Fire Fighting Equipment winning the Manufacturing and Advanced Materials category.
Victorian food manufacturers invest $21.6M to create jobs in Melbourne’s north
Food manufacturing businesses in Melbourne’s north will receive support for $21.6 million in combined investments aimed at expanding production, strengthening export capabilities and creating almost 50 local jobs, according to the Victorian Government.
Japanese energy company opens green hydrogen demonstration facility in Brisbane
Japanese energy company ENEOS has officially opened a $200 million green hydrogen demonstration facility at Bulwer Island in Brisbane, with the project expected to support more than 100 specialist jobs in Queensland over its lifetime.
Record engineering graduates add to Australia’s skilled workforce
Australia produced a record 24,253 engineering graduates in 2024, adding to the workforce needed to deliver national infrastructure, renewable energy, defence and digital technology projects, according to Engineers Australia.
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From ship repair to autonomous underwater vehicles: Griffin Industrial’s next chapter with growth capital
Some of Australia’s most critical manufacturing happens where almost no one sees it: inside a fuel tank on a Navy tanker, in a machine shop south of Perth, on a workshop floor in western Sydney where a team is helping build autonomous underwater vehicles. Griffin Industrial does all three.
