Tag: Australian Manufacturing
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.
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.
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.
Bioxyne signs $5.6M supply agreement to enter German medical cannabis market
Bioxyne Limited), through its subsidiary Breathe Life Sciences (BLS), has entered the German medical cannabis market by securing a commercial supply agreement worth a minimum of €3.2 million (approximately AUD 5.6 million) for FY2026.
Milestone for Australian-made ghost bat highlights local defence manufacturing
The Australian Government has marked a significant step in the development of the MQ-28A Ghost Bat, the nation’s first domestically designed, engineered, and manufactured military combat aircraft in more than 50 years.
Lovells marks 95 years of manufacturing with major rebrand, growth plans
Lovells Automotive Systems is marking its 95th year in Australian manufacturing, highlighting nearly a century of engineering expertise and growth from a small spring workshop in Newcastle, New South Wales, to a global supplier of premium suspension components.
Procurement in uncertain times: How manufacturers can strengthen supplier relationships and control costs
Australian manufacturers operate in a volatile and uncertain market. Supply chain disruptions, fluctuating material costs and unpredictable market demands highlight the importance of robust procurement strategies.
Cochlear launches smart hearing implant system developed in Australia
Australian company Cochlear has unveiled what it claims is the world’s first smart cochlear implant system, offering a significant step forward in hearing technology for people living with hearing loss.
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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.
