Tag: construction
Construction begins on Narrogin Wind Farm as WA advances renewable energy projects
Construction has commenced on Neoen's Narrogin Wind Farm in Western Australia's Wheatbelt, with the State Government saying the project marks another step in its efforts to expand renewable energy generation and support local employment.
Transgrid advances manufacturing of synchronous condensers for NSW grid
Construction and manufacturing are progressing on equipment designed to strengthen New South Wales' electricity transmission network, with Transgrid announcing that enabling works have begun at key sites to support the installation of synchronous condensers as part of the state's energy transition.
Colli manufacturing upgrade aims to boost WA housing supply
Colli Timber & Hardware says a $5.5 million upgrade of its manufacturing facility in Cardup will significantly expand its production capacity, with the investment aimed at helping accelerate housing construction in Western Australia.
Manufacturing investment targets housing supply boost in Western Australia
The Western Australian Government says a $48 million investment in advanced manufacturing facilities will support faster housing delivery and improve productivity in the construction sector.
Manufacturing sector seeks priority status under Stage 3 fuel planning to safeguard construction supply...
The manufacturing-dependent construction materials sector is urging the Federal Government to prioritise its operations under Stage 3 of Australia’s National Fuel Security Plan, warning that disruptions to fuel access could halt manufacturing output and delay major construction projects, according to Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA).
Mapei invests $60M in Melbourne manufacturing plant to back construction growth
Mapei has commenced construction on a $60 million manufacturing facility in Melbourne, aiming to strengthen local supply capabilities for Australia’s growing construction sector.
Australia pledges $3.9 billion to advance AUKUS nuclear submarine yard
The Australian and South Australian Labor Governments have committed to making South Australia the centre of the nation’s submarine manufacturing, announcing a $3.9 billion initial investment in a new Submarine Construction Yard at Osborne.
Capital grants to expand construction training for energy transition in WA
The Western Australian Government says it is expanding construction training capacity through targeted capital grants aimed at supporting decarbonisation, energy transformation and regional workforce development.
New register to monitor health of silica-exposed workers across manufacturing, mining sectors
The NSW Government has launched a new Silica Worker Register (SWR) to improve health monitoring and protect workers involved in high-risk crystalline silica substance (CSS) processing across industries including manufacturing, construction, mining, and tunnelling.
Manufacturing skills at the centre of new housing construction training initiative
Manufacturing and construction skills are at the core of a new training initiative launched at Melbourne Polytechnic’s Heidelberg campus, where students have begun participating in the Future of Housing Construction Centre of Excellence.
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What spending reveals about downstream consumer demand for manufactured goods
For manufacturers supplying consumer-facing markets, understanding demand conditions has become increasingly important in an environment shaped by cautious spending, rising costs and intense competition.
