Tag: Australian Manufacturing
Tasmania’s manufacturing sector needs freight relief, ministers say
The Tasmanian Government has reiterated calls for an immediate increase in payments under the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme (TFES), citing rising shipping costs that impact local producers and manufacturers.
CFMEU Manufacturing Division faces major shake-up as workers vote on exit
Hundreds of timber workers in the Snowy Valleys region are set to participate in a secret ballot on whether to leave the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) and form a separate entity, the Timber, Furnishing and Textiles Union (TFTU).
The Arnott’s Group scales up local manufacturing with high-tech Rowville site
The Arnott’s Group has opened a multimillion-dollar manufacturing facility in Rowville, Victoria, marking a significant expansion in its domestic production capabilities.
Austal reports strong growth, eyes further expansion in 2025
Austal Limited has reported strong financial growth in the first half of the 2025 financial year, with earnings exceeding expectations and a record order book supporting future expansion.
Major retailers and manufacturers engage in FSC Forest Stewardship event
Leading Australian retailers and manufacturers recently participated in the FSC Forest Walk at HVP Plantations in Victoria, an event designed to provide an in-depth understanding of FSC-certified forestry practices.
Australia’s food manufacturing sector poised for growth, report finds
The House Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Resources has released its report on the inquiry into food and beverage manufacturing in Australia, titled, "Food for Thought: The opportunities and challenges for Australia’s food and beverage manufacturing industry."
$1B Green Iron Investment Fund welcomed by WWF-Australia
The World Wide Fund for Nature-Australia (WWF-Australia) has welcomed the federal government’s announcement of a $1 billion Green Iron Investment Fund and its commitment to supporting the transformation of the Whyalla Steelworks.
Whyalla Steelworks receives $2.4B lifeline from federal, SA gov’ts
The Albanese and Malinauskas Governments have unveiled a $2.4 billion package to secure the future of the Whyalla Steelworks, safeguard jobs, and strengthen Australia’s sovereign steelmaking capabilities.
ARENA invests $30M in advanced cathode powder manufacturing
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $30 million in conditional funding for VSPC Pty Ltd (VSPC) to support the commercialisation of a new manufacturing process for lithium-ion battery cathode powder.
10,000 South Australian businesses sign up for State Brand
More than 10,000 South Australian businesses have now registered to use the State Brand, marking a significant milestone for Brand SA.
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Balancing profit and sustainability in supply chains
Priorities in the supply chain are expanding, moving away from cost as the main driver behind purchasing decisions. Now, sustainability and ethical sourcing are grabbing a portion of the spotlight.
