Tag: Queensland
New QBuild Cairns facility to boost manufacturing for homes in Queensland
The Queensland Government announced that dozens of apprentices are gearing up to utilise Cairns’ newest Rapid Accommodation and Apprenticeship Centre (RAAC), dedicated to constructing more residences for Queenslanders in need.
Qld’s Wambo Wind farm expands, doubling capacity for clean energy
The Queensland Government has unveiled plans to nearly double the capacity of the Wambo Wind farm located in the southwest region of the state in a move towards bolstering renewable energy infrastructure.
Qld startup Lava Blue spearheads manufacturing innovation in battery industry
The Queensland Government is actively advancing its goal to establish the state as the battery industry capital of Australia, with startup Lava Blue poised to expand its Predictive Research into Speciality Materials (PRiSM) centre focused on manufacturing advancements.
Alpha HPA on track to advance synthetic sapphire manufacturing in Australia
Alpha HPA Limited announced significant progress in the development of its Alpha Sapphire project, aimed at manufacturing and commercialising synthetic sapphire growth technology in Australia.
Queensland’s local manufacturing shifts to zero-emission buses
Premier Steven Miles has unveiled a groundbreaking plan to introduce hundreds of zero-emission buses into Queensland's public transit system through direct government procurement in a move towards sustainable urban transportation.
Construction commences on Queensland’s largest battery project
Queensland's energy landscape is set to undergo a transformative shift as Premier Steven Miles, Deputy Premier Cameron Dick, and Energy Minister Mick de Brenni marked the commencement of construction on one of the state's largest battery projects.
Gilmour Space raises $55M to launch Australia’s first orbital rocket
Queensland-based Gilmour Space Technologies has raised $55 million in a Series D funding round ahead of a maiden orbital launch later this year.
Victorian gov’t surpasses target with over 760,000 new jobs created
Victoria continues to spearhead Australia's economic recovery, showcasing robust job creation and sustained growth, according to recent data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Qld’s Containers for Change Scheme hits new heights with record returns
Queensland's pioneering Containers for Change Scheme reached a milestone in January, setting a new monthly record with 175,805,461 containers returned for refund and recycling.
Queensland introduces new Clean Economy Jobs Bill
The Climate Council has welcomed the introduction of Queensland's Clean Economy Jobs Bill 2024, which lays out ambitious strategies to accelerate the shift towards renewable energy sources and simultaneously reduce pollution levels.
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Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 enters final run-up to Brisbane debut
Australia’s manufacturing sector continues to play a critical role in the national economy, underpinned by ongoing investment in advanced technologies, automation, and high-value production.
