Labor’s $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund aims to promote manufacturing in Australia’s post-pandemic economy
The $15 billion would be provided through a combination of loans, equity, co-investment and guarantees, with the fund aimed at helping build new industries and boosting existing ones.
Adelaide-based satellite manufacturer Fleet Space Technologies launches fifth commercial nanosatellite
Fleet Space Technologies made history in November 2018 by launching Australia’s first four commercial nanosatellites, with its fifth nanosatellite launched this week.
Coles and Nestle lead the way to soft plastics recycling in Australia
Coles and Nestle will take part in a feasibility study to determine the technical, economic and environmental benefits of developing a local advanced soft plastics recycling industry.
Small Business Ombudsman and Family Business Australia co-release new family business succession planning guide
Family enterprises can access to a succession planning guide to help them plan for passing their businesses on to the next generation.
South Australia announces timeline for single-use-plastic ban
From March 1, the sale, supply and distribution of single-use plastic straws, cutlery and stirrers will be banned throughout South Australia.
Micro-X raises $30 million to fast-track its x-ray products and expand into the US
Micro-X has received funding commitments of $30.5 million to help expand its US footprint and fast-track lightweight x-ray products.
Mayfield completes back-door ASX listing, raising $1.2 million, to help bring manufacturing home
An 84-year-old company has listed on the ASX as part of a bid to boost its manufacturing in South Australia and grow business.
After 20 years, this Adelaide company has proven the profitability of its banana waste technology
Having spent 20 years perfecting its banana-waste-to-wood formula, ASX-listed Papyrus Australia has proven the profitability of its technology.
The government’s $1.5 billion manufacturing scheme has minimal independent oversight: Should SMEs be concerned?
The government's $1.5 billion manufacturing scheme promises to “transform Australian manufacturing” and “rebuild our economy”.
Andrew Forrest brings RM Williams back under Aussie ownership in $190 million acquisition
RM Williams has been acquired by Tattarang, the investment group owned by mining tycoon Andrew Forrest and his wife Nicola Forrest.
Scott Morrison announces $1.5 billion manufacturing plan with a focus on these six sectors
The federal government has announced a $1.5 billion manufacturing plan and selected six priority areas for support.
Can Australian-made products compete on price?
A recent Roy Morgan poll shows 89% of Australians believe more products should be manufactured in Australia.