Tag: workforce
Qld boosts Gold Coast business growth with manufacturing investment
Gold Gourmet Foods, a food manufacturer based in the Gold Coast, is set to expand its operations and workforce following a substantial investment from the Queensland Government.
Findon Technical College unveils state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities for SA’s future workforce
Findon Technical College has officially opened its doors, marking the inauguration of the first of five technical colleges initiated by the South Australian Government.
Vic gov’t boosts support for women in manufacturing and energy industries
In a continued effort to promote gender equality in traditionally male-dominated sectors, the Victorian Government has opened applications for a new round of grants aimed at supporting women in the energy and manufacturing industries.
Queensland invests $51.7M for skills development in 2024
The Queensland Government is ushering in the New Year with a transformative investment of $51.7 million, aiming to provide targeted and tailored training, along with employment pathways for up to 7,020 vulnerable job seekers across the state.
Ageing workforce, manufacturers moving overseas threaten Australia’s making economy
The future of Australia’s local manufacturing industry is under threat as the country faces a declining skilled workforce, according to an expert.
Researchers reveal hazardous substances in engineered stone aside from silica
Researchers from the University of Adelaide and the University of Tasmania have found other substances in engineered stone that are damaging to workers’ lungs aside from silica.
New NSW campaign rolled out to protect workers from silica dust
SafeWork NSW has launched a six-month campaign to raise awareness of silicosis and address silica dust exposure in the construction and tunnelling industry.
Grant applications for Australian Centre for Quantum Growth now open
The Australian government has announced an $18.5 million investment to establish the Australian Centre for Quantum Growth, which will help scale the country’s quantum workforce and foster relationships with key international counterparts.
Victoria’s $10M Skills Solutions Partnerships Program unveiled at manufacturing showcase
The Victorian Government has unveiled a $10 million initiative dubbed “Skills Solutions Partnerships Program” in a push to bolster the state's workforce and enhance collaboration between educational institutions and industries.
RMIT unveils cutting-edge Trades Innovation Centre for future-ready skills
RMIT University has inaugurated the Trades Innovation Centre at its Bundoora East campus, a new facility designed to meet the surging workforce demand in Victoria.
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Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni on how AI and digital networks are reshaping manufacturing supply chains
Australian manufacturers have long competed against distance. In an exclusive interview with Australian Manufacturing, Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni discusses how AI can help manufacturers access more production capacity and simplify traditionally email-driven supply chains.
