Tag: Australian Government
NSW solar farm project to cut emissions, power 191,000 homes
The Australian Government has greenlit the construction of a 450-megawatt solar farm in the Upper Hunter, set to generate enough electricity to power 191,000 homes.
Engineers Australia, Deakin launch hydrogen training to tackle skills shortage
Engineers Australia, through its training arm Engineering Education Australia (EEA) and in collaboration with Deakin University, announced the launch of a new suite of hydrogen energy micro-credentials aimed at addressing the critical skills shortage in the hydrogen and engineering sectors.
Offshore wind to power 650,000 homes, create jobs in Southwest Victoria
The Australian Government has taken a step forward in its Reliable Renewables Plan by advancing the development of offshore wind energy in the Southern Ocean.
State-of-the-art technology enhances Victoria’s plastic waste mgmt
A major expansion at a plastics recycling facility in Dandenong South is utilising state-of-the-art technology to transform plastic containers into high-quality recycled flake for food packaging.
Australian government invests $22M in domestic rocket motor manufacturing
The Australian Government announced an investment in a sovereign rocket motor program aimed at bolstering national security and creating high-skilled jobs in the advanced manufacturing sector.
Australian gov’t launches $523.2M Battery Breakthrough Initiative for consultation
The Australian Government has launched the $523.2 million Battery Breakthrough Initiative as part of its 2024-2025 Federal Budget, aimed at advancing battery manufacturing capabilities in the country.
New manufacturing capability network boosts Australian SMEs in commercialisation efforts
The Australian Manufacturing Capability Network (AMCN) is now actively supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Australia to commercialise innovative products and services, marking a significant step forward for the nation's manufacturing sector.
Australian gov’t invests $11 million in future defence STEM talent
The Australian Government is reinforcing its commitment to expanding Australia’s defence industry workforce with the launch of the Schools Pathways Program: Open Competitive Grant Opportunity.
200 new jobs created for Australia’s nuclear submarine program
The Australian Government announced a new initiative aimed at bolstering Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine workforce through the Jobs for Subs program.
$1 billion Solar Sunshot initiative opens for Australian solar manufacturing innovation
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has officially launched the first phase of its $1 billion Solar Sunshot program, aimed at fostering innovation in Australia's solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing industry.
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All eyes on Melbourne as Australian Manufacturing Week prepares to open doors
In just four weeks, the spotlight will shine on Australia’s industrial heart as Australian Manufacturing Week 2025 (AMW) takes over Melbourne’s Convention and Exhibition Centre for four days of cutting-edge tech, world-class innovation, and industry-defining conversations.
