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Tasmania positioned to benefit from rare earths partnership with United States
Tasmania is poised to benefit from the new bilateral framework on critical minerals and rare earths signed between Australia and the United States, according to the Tasmanian Government.
Gov’t invites feedback on $2B plan to support green aluminium manufacturing
The Australian Government has opened public consultation for the design of its $2 billion Green Aluminium Production Credit, a major investment aimed at strengthening the nation’s aluminium manufacturing industry while supporting the transition to renewable energy.
$80M investment to boost manufacturing, critical metals production at Port Pirie
The Australian Government said Nyrstar’s multi-metals manufacturing facility in Port Pirie has begun an $80 million investment program aimed at improving efficiency and maintaining the long-term competitiveness of one of Australia’s major metals processing sites.
$5B investment to back industry’s shift towards net zero by 2050
The Albanese Government has announced a $5 billion Net Zero Fund aimed at supporting Australia’s industrial sector to reduce emissions and scale up low-emissions technologies as part of the nation’s net zero plan.
Whyalla Steelworks backed with $275M to support manufacturing transition
The Australian and South Australian Governments have pledged $275 million to support Whyalla Steelworks through its sale process, highlighting its importance to national manufacturing.
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Australian gov’t report reveals growing AI adoption among SMEs
More Australian businesses are embracing artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance productivity and decision-making, according to the latest data released by the federal government.
New academia-industry coalition to boost research, innovation for Australian railways
Five leading Australian universities are joining forces to establish the Australian Railway and Innovation Network (AusRRIN), which will help deliver the critical railway research and innovation necessary for the future of Australia’s railways.
NSW, Federal Gov’t launch national approach to revive local rail manufacturing industry
The New South Wales government said it is manufacturing the next fleet of Tangara trains locally, paving the way for the creation of new jobs and a more reliable rail network.
ARA pushes for national policy in rolling stock procurement
The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) is seeking the establishment of a national content policy for rolling stock procurement after a report revealed that governments could have saved $1.85 billion over the last decade if efficient local content policies have been established across Australia.
Over 2000 rail industry professionals in Brisbane for AusRAIL 2022
The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) is set to welcome more than 2000 rail industry professionals to the AusRAIL 2022 Conference and Exhibition this week at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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“New Starts Here”: AGHA launches national platform for gift and homewares
Australia’s peak organisation for the gift and homewares sector, the Australian Gift & Homewares Association (AGHA), has revealed plans for a major expansion in 2026, introducing Gifted Melbourne 2026 to complement the long-established AGHA Sydney Gift Fair.
