Tag: Victoria
Coles expands automated grocery ops with second fulfilment centre
Coles has opened its second state-of-the-art Customer Fulfilment Centre in Wetherill Park, NSW, bolstering its tech-driven supply chain strategy, with the launch attended by Minister Chris Bowen, Chairman James Graham, and CEO Leah Weckert.
RMIT’s coffee concrete debuts in Victoria’s Big Build
An innovative development from RMIT University has been successfully utilised in a major infrastructure project, marking an advancement in sustainable construction practices.
Victorian government boosts defence supply chain with $827K in grants
The Victorian Government has announced the latest recipients of its Supply Chain Uplift Program (SCUP) grants, providing $827,000 in funding to 13 Victorian businesses to strengthen their competitiveness in the defence sector.
State-of-the-art technology enhances Victoria’s plastic waste mgmt
A major expansion at a plastics recycling facility in Dandenong South is utilising state-of-the-art technology to transform plastic containers into high-quality recycled flake for food packaging.
Capacity Investment Scheme funds six major renewable energy projects in Vic, SA
The Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS) announced the successful funding allocation for six new renewable energy projects in Victoria and South Australia.
ABGF boosts advanced carpet manufacturer Modra with new investment
The Australian Business Growth Fund (ABGF), Australia's only dedicated growth capital fund for the SME sector, announced its 12th investment into an Australian business—Modra, a family-run advanced manufacturer renowned for its globally recognised carpet solutions based in regional Victoria.
Victoria’s manufacturing sector thrives with gov’t-backed job training programs
Victoria's manufacturing sector is seeing a significant increase in job opportunities, driven by a state government initiative designed to tackle workforce shortages and open new career avenues for Victorians.
New $9M funding to advance clean economy manufacturing skills in Victoria
The Victorian Government announced an investment to bolster Victoria’s clean economy workforce, unveiling a nearly $9 million funding package aimed at enhancing skills in environmental sustainability and clean technology.
GMC members named finalists in 2024 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards
Four distinguished members of the Geelong Manufacturing Council (GMC) have been recognised as finalists in the highly esteemed 2024 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards.
Victoria’s rail manufacturing gets a boost with new advocate
The Victorian Government announced the appointment of Tamara Culembourg as the new Victorian Rail Advocate, marking a significant step in supporting the state's local train, tram, and bus manufacturing industry.
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Circular beds: Revolutionising sustainable bedding in Australia
A new wave of innovation is transforming the Australian manufacturing sector, with sustainability at its core. ROBOVOID, in collaboration with Swinburne University, GT Recycling, and Sustainability Victoria, has developed a groundbreaking bed base made entirely from recycled plastic.
