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Defence manufacturing deal paves way for veteran jobs in regional South Australia
A new partnership between South Australian veteran-owned businesses ARES Armaments Australia and Aimpoint is set to boost defence manufacturing capabilities while creating meaningful employment pathways for veterans in the region.
New free TAFE courses to upskill Aussies for future manufacturing jobs
The Albanese and Minns Labor governments have joined forces to bolster Australia's manufacturing workforce through the introduction of four new Free TAFE courses aimed at upskilling Australians and enhancing the nation's onshore manufacturing capabilities.
ICN Victoria showcase to boost local supplier opportunities in Geelong
Businesses in Greater Geelong and the surrounding region will have the opportunity to engage with representatives from major projects at the upcoming ICN Victoria Greater Geelong Showcase 2025.
ACTU backs $500M boost for clean energy manufacturing jobs
The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) has expressed support for the Albanese Government’s commitment to invest $500 million in clean energy manufacturing, highlighting its potential to create secure jobs and strengthen Australia’s sovereign capacity.
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.
State gov’t backs WA food producers with major grant funding
The WA Government has announced $7.08 million in Value Add Investment Grants to support Western Australian food and beverage businesses in expanding operations, introducing new product lines, and creating jobs.
Skilled workforce crisis spurs call for apprenticeship incentive boost
The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has raised alarm bells over a concerning 38 per cent drop in apprenticeship and traineeship commencements in the four months from July to October 2024, compared to the same period the previous year.
Western Australia’s top welders honoured at 2024 Excellence Awards
The 2024 Western Australia Welding Excellence Awards, hosted by Weld Australia at Burswood on Swan in Perth, honoured the exceptional talents shaping the state’s welding industry.
Home-grown manufacturing to receive major new boost in Qld
The Queensland Government is set to provide a boost to home-grown manufacturing and attract new business to the state with an expansion of the Made in Queensland program.
Manufacturing milestone as Victoria’s G Class trams hit production in Dandenong
Manufacturing for Melbourne's first G Class trams is officially underway at Alstom’s factory in Dandenong, signalling a new chapter in public transport for Victorians.
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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.
