From garage startup to smart tech leader: MyPlace champions local manufacturing and energy-efficient homes
As Australian households face rising energy costs and growing pressure to reduce their carbon footprint, smart home climate technologies are gaining traction as a practical solution.
Manufacturing gets $20M boost in WA budget to support energy shift
The Western Australian Government is strengthening local manufacturing capabilities and supporting the State’s energy transition with a $20 million investment announced in the 2025-26 State Budget.
UNSW scientists use AI to boost green ammonia efficiency
Scientists at UNSW Sydney have used artificial intelligence to improve a method for producing green ammonia, achieving higher efficiency while reducing the need for extensive lab experiments.
It’s time to look outside of the manufacturing talent box
The manufacturing industry is no stranger to change. Automation, smarter systems, and new ways of working have become part of everyday life on the factory floor.
Manufacturing SMEs invited to apply for CSIRO’s graphite research grants
Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has announced a new $400,000 research and development (R&D) grant program to support mining and manufacturing small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) working on graphite-based innovations for battery applications.
New legislation to prioritise local workers and manufacturers
The Victorian Government is moving to reinforce its commitment to local manufacturing, jobs, and businesses through new legislation aimed at ensuring taxpayer-funded projects deliver benefits within the state.
National forum makes the case for hemp in affordable housing push
Amid rising housing costs and mounting pressure on traditional building supply chains, the Australian Hemp Council will host the Hemp-Connect Forum 2025 to explore the potential of industrial hemp in sustainable construction.
Federal gov’t injects $19.8M into green steelmaking pathway
The Federal Government, through the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), has committed $19.8 million to support the development of lower-emissions metal production in Western Australia.
Australian gov’t invests $50M to boost manganese supply in Pilbara
The Australian Government is backing the expansion of a key critical minerals project in Western Australia, with the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) committing up to $50 million to support the growth of the Butcherbird manganese operation.
From Adelaide to orbit: How a 21-year-old is taking school science to space
At just 21 years old, Edward Robinson is preparing to do what many seasoned engineers and entrepreneurs only dream of – launch a satellite into space. But he’s not doing it alone.
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Don’t get left behind: Manufacturing’s urgent need for digital transformation
As digital transformation reshapes industries worldwide, manufacturers in Australia and beyond are finding themselves at the forefront of an evolution. This shift presents opportunities for companies looking to improve efficiency, drive innovation, and boost growth.
