This workout timer startup had a $25,000 Kickstarter goal… but raised $1.1 million instead
Having set out to raise $24,598 in crowdfunding, startup Timebirds has now attracted more than $1.1 million, and counting.
One decision governments could make that would help the sick, protect the healthy, and bolster the economy
Australian governments must buy more locally made medical products in the interest of people’s health and the economy, argues Stuart Elliott.
Interactive reusable cup business launches Kickstarter to fund local manufacturing
South Australian business eCup is bringing the manufacture of its products back to Australia amid a nationwide push to create local jobs.
“We punch well above our weight for innovation”: Fireproof building wrap ignites growth for South Australian business
South Australian manufacturer Ametalin is preparing for boosted growth, after launching its fireproof and waterproof building wrap CeaseFire.
SMEs can be significant players in the fourth industrial revolution — but we need to fix our education system first
The fourth industrial revolution differs from its predecessors, demanding well-educated workforces and a focus on research and new technologies.
Tesla and Amazon under fire as employees contract COVID-19
After Elon Musk branded the COVID-19 lockdown laws ‘fascist’, an employee at Tesla's New York factory has tested positive for the virus.
Vitality drink Kanguru hops straight into 24,000 South Korean stores as local beverage eyes international market
An Adelaide vitality drink manufacturer says a move into the South Korean market is just the first step in his plan to sell the beverage internationally.
No hands, no brainer: How this Adelaide business took its foot-operated door handles from idea to market in less than three weeks
A manufacturer in South Australia has been thinking on its feet, identifying a gap in the market for no-hands door handles.
Set for revival? How the global coronavirus shutdown could breathe new life into Australian manufacturing
The COVID-19 crisis has the potential to revive Australia’s manufacturing capabilities and reduce the nation’s reliance on global supply chains, according to leading industry players.
These two South Australian companies have pivoted from luxury speakers to face shields to meet coronavirus shortages
Two South Australian companies that have previously worked together on luxury speakers are collaborating to manufacture face shields to fill local shortages caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why the future of Australian Made is more green pride than true blue
Thirty-three years after Bob Hawke launched the Australian Made campaign, times have changed and manufacturers are shifting their focus.
“It’s prehistoric”: Frank Green founder calls on government to support local manufacturing businesses after automotive exodus
The founder of reusable coffee cup company Frank Green is calling on the government to better support Australia's stainless steel manufacturing industry.
