Tag: Future Made in Australia
Australia’s first quantum report unveils major investments in tech sector
The release of Australia’s first State of Australian Quantum report highlights the nation's substantial investment and growth in quantum technology.
Resilience of Australia’s food and grocery manufacturing industry amid rising costs
The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) has urged the Federal Government to expand its "Future Made in Australia" policy to support the nation’s largest manufacturing sector, following the release of the council's 2022/23 industry report.
Manufacturing sector battles turnover and labour shortages in September update
The latest "Hourly Work Index" by Deputy has provided a snapshot of the state of hourly work in Australia’s manufacturing sector for September.
Data and AI: A lifeline for your manufacturing business
The Australian manufacturing sector is in a state of emergency. Insolvencies have tripled in two years since 2022, and the industry is battling a perfect storm of labor shortages, supply chain disruption, and skyrocketing inflation.
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.
AAAA calls on government to release manufacturing funds for automotive industry
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) is calling on the government to expedite access to crucial manufacturing funding, which the association argues is vital for the growth and competitiveness of the automotive manufacturing sector.
What Australia needs to do for a “Future Made Down Under”
The Future Made in Australia program was a centrepiece of the Albanese government's Federal Budget this year. One of the program's main aims is to position Australia as a global leader in manufacturing in modern industries such as renewable energy, critical minerals processing, and quantum computing.
Gov’t fast-tracks defence tech with $4 million initiative
The Australian Government is set to fast-track the development and deployment of innovative defence technologies through a $4 million 'pitch day' initiative, reinforcing its commitment to a future made in Australia.
GSEM region crucial for future of Australian manufacturing, says skills minister
Federal Skills Minister Brendan O’Connor has highlighted the Greater South East Melbourne (GSEM) region as “key to A Future Made in Australia.”
ARENA unveils ambitious budget programs to drive net zero emissions goals
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has received record funding of $7.1 billion and unveiled new budget programs in the 2024-25 Federal Budget.