Tag: Future Made in Australia
Industry groups respond to Federal budget 2026–27 measures
The Federal Government’s 2026-27 Budget has drawn a mixed response from industry, research and engineering groups, with stakeholders broadly welcoming continued support for manufacturing, research and innovation while raising concerns about energy costs, skills shortages and the pace of reform.
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.
Manufacturing, energy security in focus as Australian gov’t unveils domestic gas reservation scheme
The Australian Government has announced a new domestic gas reservation scheme aimed at securing affordable gas supplies for Australian households and manufacturing industries, with exporters to be required to direct part of their production to the domestic market from mid-2027.
$5 billion Net Zero Fund targets manufacturing decarbonisation under Australian gov’t plan
The Australian government has announced the design of a new $5 billion Net Zero Fund aimed at supporting manufacturing and industrial decarbonisation, with the initiative positioned as a central element of its Future Made in Australia strategy.
Australia hosts US clean tech manufacturers to boost investment in local industry
Australia is hosting 13 US clean technology manufacturing companies this week as part of the Australia-America Clean Industry Delegation, aimed at exploring opportunities in clean energy and manufacturing investment.
Manufacturing boost as Australian gov’t backs $50M lithium investment
The Australian Government, through the National Reconstruction Fund (NRF), has committed $50 million to support the ramp-up and underground transition of Liontown Resources’ Kathleen Valley Lithium Operation in Western Australia.
Australia invests $750M to boost green metals manufacturing
The Australian Government has announced a $750 million investment to advance new technologies in the metals manufacturing sector, aimed at maintaining the industry’s global competitiveness.
ACTU backs $500M boost for clean energy manufacturing jobs
The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) has expressed support for the Albanese Government’s commitment to invest $500 million in clean energy manufacturing, highlighting its potential to create secure jobs and strengthen Australia’s sovereign capacity.
Future Made in Australia bill to boost local manufacturing, says AWU
The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) has welcomed the passing of the Future Made in Australia (Production Tax Credits and Other Measures) Bill 2024, describing it as a significant milestone in advancing Australia’s role in green hydrogen and critical minerals processing.
Gov’t supercharges renewable energy with $2B CEFC boost
The Australian Government has announced a $2 billion funding boost for the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC), aiming to accelerate Australia's transition to renewable energy and bolster economic growth.
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