BluGlass, Applied Energetics collaborate on next-gen photonics solutions
ASX-listed BluGlass Limited, a global semiconductor developer, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Applied Energetics, a leader in advanced defence and dual-use photonics.
New Return and Earn machine enhances recycling accessibility in Fairfield
Fairfield residents now have a convenient new location to recycle their eligible bottles and cans with the unveiling of a new Return and Earn machine in Fairfield West Plaza.
Gov’t allocates $12.6 billion for research and development
The Australian Government announced a substantial increase in funding for research and development (R&D), with an injection of $12.6 billion aimed at bolstering Australian innovation this year.
Ai Group reveals manufacturing’s impact on Australia’s energy efficiency agenda
Recent analyses based on the ABS's Energy Account 2021-22 have stressed the importance of manufacturing in Australia’s journey towards a low-carbon economy, emphasising that the decarbonisation of industries is a crucial component of the overall energy transition.
Visy opens $50M upgraded glass recycling facility in Victoria
Victoria is now home to Visy’s newly upgraded glass recycling facility in Laverton, which will process up to 200,000 tonnes of glass each year, including bottles and glass recycled from the Container Deposit Scheme (CDS).
Containers for Change collection service launched in WA
Western Australians now have easier access to the popular container deposit scheme with the launch of Containers for Change Collect, an innovative on-demand service aimed at enhancing convenience and accessibility.
Indigenous Welding Schools could help close Australia’s skills gap – Weld Australia
Weld Australia has called for federal funding to establish a national network of Indigenous Welding Schools to unlock more skilled jobs for Indigenous Australians.
RMIT’s electromagnetic shield ready for liftoff with Swedish rocket
Researchers at RMIT University have developed an innovative electromagnetic shield set to embark on a space journey aboard a Swedish Space Corporation rocket launch next week.
Deer Park land sale finalised, Orica’s business continues to thrive
The initial phase of the surplus land sale in Deer Park, Victoria, to UniSuper has been finalized for $260 million, meeting all conditions and completing cash settlement, involving about 66 hectares, roughly half of Orica’s total surplus land holdings in the area.
New artificial intelligence expert group formed to guide safe AI dev’t
Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic announced the formation of a new Artificial Intelligence Expert Group in response to the government’s interim feedback regarding Safe and Responsible AI in Australia consultation.
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