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Digital Jobs for Manufacturing rolls out new courses in March 2024

The Digital Jobs for Manufacturing program is launching new courses starting March 2024 in a move set to bolster the manufacturing sector with cutting-edge digital skills.

New gas supply deals a win for families, local manufacturing — AWU

The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) has commended the Albanese government’s new deals with gas companies Woodside and Esso to supply the East Coast with gas, calling it a win for local manufacturing and households in the region. 

Peanut allergy therapy receives $12M boost from Breakthrough Victoria

The Victorian Government announced a $12 million investment in Aravax, a local biotechnology firm, in a push to revolutionise peanut allergy treatment.

Australian manufacturing gets boost in new gas supply deals

The Australian government has secured two new enforceable commitments with gas giants Esso and Woodside as part of the new Gas Market Code laws. 

Rottnest Fast Ferries taps Austal and Incat Crowther for new catamaran

Austal Australasia has secured a contract to build a 32-metre catamaran for Rottnest Fast Ferries, headquartered in Hillarys, Western Australia.

Golden Plains Wind Farm, Energy Locals partner for Community Energy Program

Australia's largest wind farm project, Golden Plains Wind Farm, has forged an alliance with Energy Locals to empower local residents with renewable energy benefits.

Kate Pounder steps down as CEO of Tech Council of Australia

The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) has disclosed that its CEO Kate Pounder will be stepping down from her role on 2 February 2024.

Starpharma inks partnership to distribute VivaGel BV product in MENA region

Australian biopharmaceutical company Starpharma has secured a sales and distribution agreement for its VivaGel BV product in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. 

DECO Australia expands portfolio with acquisition of Sydney’s Opening Roof Specialists

New South Wales-based manufacturer DECO Australia announced the successful acquisition of Opening Roof Specialists, a well-established Sydney-based company.

FBR launches $12.6M institutional placement to fund US market entry

FBR Limited, developer of construction robot Hadrian X, has announced an institutional placement to raise approximately $12.6 million following the execution of agreements on a demonstration program in the United States. 
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