Tag: local manufacturing
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.
Central Coast opens $17M manufacturing hub for food and beverage producers
A new $17.14 million manufacturing hub has opened at Ourimbah on the NSW Central Coast, with Central Coast Industry Connect (CCIC) saying the purpose-built facility is designed to help small and medium-sized food and beverage manufacturers expand production, access shared equipment and strengthen local manufacturing capability.
$12B investment targets Hunter manufacturing revival with new train production hub
The NSW Government says it will invest $12 billion to rebuild train manufacturing in the Hunter through a new state-owned production facility and a 15-year rolling stock pipeline aimed at supporting long-term local manufacturing, jobs and supply chains.
NSW backs innovation initiatives to support jobs, investment and manufacturing priorities
The NSW Government has announced $400,000 in funding for 19 organisations through the latest round of its Fostering Innovation Sponsorship Program, supporting events and initiatives aimed at creating jobs, attracting investment and strengthening the state's innovation ecosystem, including priorities such as local manufacturing.
Sports surfacing manufacturer APT Asia Pacific boosts manufacturing capacity in Victoria
The Victorian Government says it is continuing to support local manufacturing, with sports surfacing manufacturer APT Asia Pacific completing a $10 million expansion of its production facility in Dandenong South.
Construction starts on South West Advanced Manufacturing Technology Hub in Picton
Work has begun on the Cook Labor Government’s $55 million Advanced Manufacturing Technology Hub (AMTECH) in Picton, with the project positioned as a key manufacturing development aimed at supporting Western Australia’s clean energy transition and diversifying the South West economy, according to the WA Government.
WA invests $17.8M to build solar panel, battery recycling capacity under circular economy push
The Western Australian Government has announced a $17.8 million investment in its 2026–27 State Budget to expand the State’s capacity to recycle solar panels and embedded batteries, in a move it says will support environmental protection while also strengthening local manufacturing and resource recovery capability.
NSW boosts low-carbon manufacturing with $225M investment
The NSW Government announced an additional $225 million investment aimed at expanding low-carbon manufacturing across the state, supporting local production, attracting private investment and creating skilled jobs.
From Truganina to major projects: Mapei’s push to localise manufacturing in Australia
Global building materials manufacturer Mapei has commenced construction on a new $60 million manufacturing facility in Truganina, Melbourne, in a move the company says will significantly expand its Australian production capacity and strengthen its role in supporting major infrastructure projects.
Hanwha Defence Australia appoints new CEO with focus on manufacturing, production capability
Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA) has announced the appointment of Donghyeon (DH) Kim as its new Chief Executive Officer, with the company highlighting a continued focus on manufacturing capability, local production development, and program delivery in Australia’s defence sector.
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How growth capital is helping an Australian manufacturer go global
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.
