Tag: local manufacturing

The NSW Government has approved the development of an additional BlueScope Steel factory in Western Sydney, set to enhance housing supply and create local domestic manufacturing employment opportunities.

The 2023 Hunter Manufacturing Awards has recognised the industry’s leading players at a gala presentation at the Newcastle Exhibition & Convention Centre. 

Australia is poised to play a key role in reducing global carbon emissions and reaping billions in export revenue through the utilisation of green hydrogen for the manufacture of green steel, ammonia, cement, eFuels, and mining explosives, according to a report from global consultancy firm Partners in Performance.

The Victorian Government is set to make the largest investment in Australian-made trams, a move that will create thousands of jobs and enhance accessibility within Melbourne's iconic tram network.

The New South Wales Parliament is launching an inquiry into the government’s procurement framework and practices in response to concerns about the decrease in the state’s local manufacturing and local content under the previous Liberal-National government. 

The 2023 Modern Manufacturing Expo in Sydney ended last month with an almost 20 per cent surge in attendance compared to the previous year, wrapping up as a resounding success, according to Marie Kinsella, CEO of the International Exhibition & Conference Group. 

The Queensland government has released the guidelines for the sixth round of its Made in Queensland grants program, which will offer up to $20 million in funding to support local manufacturers. 

The National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) Corporation’s Board met for the first time on Monday, 18 September, officially launching the corporation that will help enhance Australia’s local manufacturing capabilities. 

Wangara company Global Trade Sales contracted to deliver $14 million in upgrades at Hillarys and Fremantle has been installing the WA-made jetties after local manufacturers geared up to supply major components often made overseas. 

Minister for Regional Development Harriet Shing announced the completion of family-owned manufacturing business LV Shade & Shutters’ new dual-purpose hub, which is thrice the size of the previous site and can now accommodate a four-fold increase in production while creating seven new jobs.