Tag: First Nations
Bunzl backs First Nations manufacturing with Yarn’n distribution deal
Bunzl Australia & New Zealand has partnered with Yarn’n to distribute its sustainable, First Nations-owned toilet paper brand across its national network, expanding access throughout Australia and New Zealand.
First Nations-owned Yarn’n inks exclusive supply deal with Woolworths
First Nations-owned and operated toilet paper start-up Yarn’n is set to expand its reach across Australia, with Woolworths announcing it will exclusively stock the brand in nearly all of its supermarkets nationwide and online from late March 2025.
Yarn’n introduces recycled toilet paper, supports First Nations and forest conservation
Yarn’n, an Australian First Nations-owned company, has rolled out its 100 per cent recycled toilet tissue sourced exclusively from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified forests.
ARENA backs Indigenous-led hydrogen project in East Kimberley
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) announced a grant of $1,666,701 to Aboriginal Clean Energy Partnership Pty Ltd (ACEP) for Phase 1 of the feasibility study for the East Kimberley Clean Energy and Hydrogen Project.
Australian Gov’t calls for input on First Nations Clean Energy Strategy
The Australian Government is taking a step towards inclusivity in energy planning by releasing a consultation paper that seeks input from First Nations communities for the development of Australia’s First Nations Clean Energy Strategy.
Australia’s new Critical Minerals Strategy to boost jobs in mining, manufacturing sectors
The Australian government has released the new Critical Minerals Strategy aimed at creating more jobs in the mining and manufacturing industries and backing global efforts towards achieving net zero emissions.
New Industry Growth Centre to cement Australia’s position as renewable energy superpower
The Australian government is establishing a new Powering Australia Industry Growth Centre to promote emerging Australian-made solutions that would address the country’s energy and emissions challenges.
New federal budget to foster Australian industry’s low-carbon future
The Albanese government has placed a heavy emphasis on its efforts to promote energy security and a low-carbon future with the release of its second Budget.
National Net Zero Authority to support Aussies in emissions-intensive sector
The Albanese government is set to legislate a national Net Zero Authority in a push to ensure workers, industries, and communities are not left behind in the pursuit of net zero carbon goals.
$4.1b allocated for skills and training to address economic challenges
Skills and Training Minister Brendan O’Connor announced that the Albanese Government is set to invest an additional $3.7 billion for a five-year National Skills Agreement to be negotiated with states and territories, in addition to $400m to support another 300,000 TAFE and vocational education and training (VET) Fee-Free places.
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