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WA advanced defence manufacturing hub EOIs oversubscribed

10 August, 2026

A proposed WA defence hub is gaining momentum with 179 expressions of interest from across the world.


Queensland unveils critical minerals plan

05 August, 2026

The Queensland Government has released a plan that outlines its vision to be a globally recognised supplier of critical minerals.


NSW Government supporting local exporters

31 July, 2026

The state government is offering a suite of export programs designed to help local companies grow, create jobs and reach more customers around the world.


CEF report calls for a national iron and steel decarbonisation strategy

31 July, 2026

A pivot to green steel would unlock billions as Australia's $120bn iron ore exports are at risk from steel sector decarbonisation, according to a report.


Government statement sets goals for Australia's space industry

21 July, 2026

The federal government has announced a new Statement on Space to make clear its vision for the space sector.


Energy and manufacturing future for two Hunter coal sites

15 July, 2026

The federal and NSW governments have announced draft plans for two Hunter coal mine suites to be repurposed as industrial precincts.


NSW to invest $12bn to rebuild Hunter train manufacturing

07 July, 2026

The NSW Government has announced a $12 billion investment in a new state-owned train manufacturing facility and a 15‍-‍year rolling stock pipeline.


Construction begins on south‍-‍west WA advanced manufacturing hub

24 June, 2026

The WA Government says the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Hub in Picton will be WA's first ever hub for advanced manufacturing, technology and renewable energy.


Queensland increases investment in CopperString

12 June, 2026

The Queensland Government has announced an increase in its commitment to CopperString by delivering an additional $3.2bn investment.


NSW launches Local Jobs First Commission legislation

02 June, 2026

Local workers and businesses are set to receive priority in NSW Government contracts moving forward.


Queensland launches tender for additional gas‍-‍fired generation

28 May, 2026

The Queensland Government has launched a tender to support an additional 400 MW of gas-fired generation in Central Queensland.


WA calls for expressions of interest to build defence manufacturing hub

27 May, 2026

The WA Government has opened expressions of interest (EOIs) for companies with an international market to establish a presence in Western Australia.


NSW announces largest ever boost to renewable power

26 May, 2026

The NSW Government has announced it is launching what it says is the biggest renewable energy tender in the state's history.


NSW Government to fast‍-‍track renewable energy projects

15 May, 2026

The new law will allow the NSW Energy Minister to identify and streamline the highest‍-‍priority renewable energy projects in the planning pipeline.


Government announces expanded minerals cooperation with Japan

05 May, 2026

The government has announced stronger cooperation with Japan on critical minerals, with greater support for onshore processing, refining and manufacturing.


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