Tag: New South Wales
KONGSBERG advances guided weapons manufacturing in Hunter region
Manufacturing progress at KONGSBERG’s missile factory in regional New South Wales was highlighted this week during a site visit by the Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Pat Conroy MP, as construction continues at the Astra Aerolab Defence & Aerospace Precinct in Williamtown.
BioCarbon to scale manufacturing of GreenChar for steelmaking after ARENA award
BioCarbon says it has secured $4.8 million in Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) funding to support the manufacturing-scale development of its first commercial facility in Bulahdelah, New South Wales.
NSW advances plastics phase-out with new manufacturing, recycling measures
The NSW Government has announced the next phase of its plan to phase out single-use and problematic plastics, in a move expected to boost local manufacturing of recyclable and reusable products.
Over 500 NSW students join virtual AI work placement initiative
More than 500 students from 134 schools across New South Wales are undertaking a week-long virtual work placement focused on artificial intelligence (AI) through a partnership between the NSW Department of Education and leading technology organisations.
Sydney’s electric bus fleet grows as Transit Systems expands locally manufactured vehicles
Transit Systems has welcomed the New South Wales Government’s announcement of 151 new battery electric buses, describing it as a major milestone in the state’s transition to a cleaner and more sustainable public transport network.
NSW targets manufacturing investment in expanding plant-based protein market
The NSW Government has released a new prospectus promoting regional opportunities in plant-based protein manufacturing, outlining measures intended to attract investment, support local industries, and encourage growth in the state’s food production sector.
Australian gov’t approves major Riverina wind farm to power 590,000 homes
The Australian Government has approved the Pottinger Wind Farm in the Riverina region of New South Wales, a project expected to generate enough renewable energy to power about 590,000 homes once operational.
Major recycling projects to turn plastic waste into valuable manufacturing materials
More than 17,000 tonnes of hard-to-recycle plastics, including soft plastic packaging, will be diverted from landfill each year in regional New South Wales under two new recycling projects backed by the Australian and New South Wales governments in partnership with industry.
NSW’s Return and Earn hits 14 billion containers recycled
The Return and Earn scheme in New South Wales has surpassed 14 billion drink containers recycled since its launch in December 2017.
Transgrid finalises plan to maintain grid stability amid renewable energy transition
Transgrid has finalised its system strength plan for New South Wales, setting out a portfolio of solutions designed to maintain grid stability as the state transitions away from coal-fired power generation.
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Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 to make Brisbane debut
Australia’s leading advanced manufacturing showcase, Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW), is set to return in 2026, marking its first-ever event in Brisbane.
