Tag: critical minerals
Manufacturing interest surges as WA defence hub attracts 179 proposals
Strong industry interest in a proposed Western Australian defence and advanced manufacturing hub has prompted the State Government to begin assessing 179 Expressions of Interest (EOIs), with the project expected to support local manufacturing capability, defence supply chains and future industry development.
Queensland unveils critical minerals plan to support sector growth
The Queensland Government has released a new strategy aimed at expanding the State's critical minerals sector, outlining plans to accelerate the extraction, processing and export of critical minerals while positioning Queensland as a globally recognised supplier for secure supply chains.
Monash targets critical minerals challenges with new research initiative
Monash University has launched a new cross-disciplinary research initiative focused on strengthening Australia's critical minerals capability, as global demand for the resources is expected to increase significantly in the coming decades.
Queensland manufacturing boost as Vecco signs on to Townsville processing facility
The Queensland Government has announced that Vecco Group has been secured as the foundation customer for the Queensland Resources Common User Facility (QRCUF) in Townsville following the completion of major construction, marking a milestone for the state's critical minerals processing and advanced manufacturing sector.
Australia’s mining sector is entering the energy technology decade
Australia’s mining sector is entering a defining decade. Coordination between government and industry is strengthening, particularly around critical minerals and long-term supply. This is supporting a more stable outlook and reinforcing the role mining will play in Australia’s economic growth.
UQ researchers develop engineered fungi to recover critical minerals from mining waste
Researchers at The University of Queensland say engineered “super fungi” could offer a lower-impact method for recovering critical minerals from mining waste, while also contributing to site remediation efforts.
Governments commit $105M to critical minerals smelter project
Australian governments have committed a further $105 million to support critical minerals processing and manufacturing capability at Nyrstar's Hobart and Port Pirie smelters, backing continued operations while future investment options are assessed.
Qld launches $4M airborne survey to map North-West critical minerals potential
Queensland will invest up to $4 million in what it says will be Australia's largest high-resolution regional airborne gravity survey to support future critical minerals exploration in the state's north-west.
Critical minerals push continues as NSW approves Copi Mineral Sands development
The NSW Government has approved the $693 million Copi Mineral Sands Project in the State’s Far South West, in what is being positioned as a major development for Australia’s critical minerals supply chain and the energy transition.
2026-27 Federal budget targets manufacturing resilience amid global oil shock
Australia’s manufacturing sector is set to receive targeted support under the Federal Government’s $14.8 billion fuel resilience package, with Treasurer Jim Chalmers outlining measures aimed at strengthening supply chains, securing fuel supplies and supporting domestic production amid ongoing global oil disruptions.
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There’s a particular kind of ingenuity that flourishes in regional Australia. Away from the noise of major business centres, founders build companies that quietly become world leaders in their field, solving deep specialised problems that global markets didn’t know could be solved. Modra Technology, based in Warragul in regional Victoria, is one of those companies.
