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Sluggish demand, rising costs strain Australian manufacturing in December, says S&P Global
Australia’s manufacturing sector contracted at an accelerated pace in December 2024, as both domestic and export demand weakened further.
Major industry festival a first for the Central Coast
There is no denying that the past two years have been extremely tough for businesses on the Central Coast, manufacturers and agri-businesses being no exception. Local businesses have had to adapt their strategies and operations to deal with supply chain breakdowns, skills shortages, rising costs and other challenges stemming from catastrophic bushfires, floods and COVID-19.
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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.
