Tag: Western Australia
CSIRO invites WA agrifood start-ups to Innovate to Grow program
Western Australian (WA) small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in the agrifood sector are set to receive a significant innovation boost with the launch of a transformative program by Australia's national science agency CSIRO.
Victorian gov’t surpasses target with over 760,000 new jobs created
Victoria continues to spearhead Australia's economic recovery, showcasing robust job creation and sustained growth, according to recent data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Containers for Change collection service launched in WA
Western Australians now have easier access to the popular container deposit scheme with the launch of Containers for Change Collect, an innovative on-demand service aimed at enhancing convenience and accessibility.
International Graphite unveils state-of-the-art micronising plant in Collie
International Graphite, based in Western Australia, announced the launch of its new graphite micronising plant in Collie, south of Perth, to bolster Australia’s battery minerals sector.
Extra funding injected to boost e-waste initiatives in Western Australia
The Western Australian Government is offering grants totalling up to $3.5 million to bolster the state's electrical and electronic waste (e-waste) collection and recycling network.
Rottnest Fast Ferries taps Austal and Incat Crowther for new catamaran
Austal Australasia has secured a contract to build a 32-metre catamaran for Rottnest Fast Ferries, headquartered in Hillarys, Western Australia.
Carnegie’s MoorPower demonstrator makes waves off Fremantle coast
Carnegie Clean Energy’s MoorPower technology has achieved a successful deployment and commenced operations at the offshore test site in North Fremantle, Western Australia.
WA unveils $200,000 Defence Ready investment to bolster local capabilities
The Western Australian Government has launched a $200,000 investment as part of the latest round of Defence Ready Initiative grants, which aims to help local businesses enhance their capabilities and meet Defence requirements.
WA reaches major construction milestone at Kwinana Battery Stage Two
Battery systems at the Kwinana Battery Stage Two in Western Australia are now in place, marking a significant milestone in expanding the state’s battery portfolio.
Alcoa to curtail Kwinana refinery, to axe over 1,000 jobs
Global aluminium producer Alcoa has announced its decision to curtail production at its Kwinana Alumina Refinery in Western Australia in the second quarter of 2024.
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