Business

Curtin University project to research sustainable gallium processing

16 June, 2026 | Supplied by: Curtin University

Cutting-edge technology and devices across the world may soon use Western Australian gallium.


Mars Petcare Wodonga expansion boosts manufacturing output

15 June, 2026

Expansion of the Mars Petcare factory in Wodonga is boosting cat food production capacity and creating more than 65 jobs, according to the Victorian Government.


WA Government to boost development of Collie green steel mill

12 June, 2026

The WA Government has announced it will invest $9.8m to progress plans for Australia's first low-emissions steel mill and WA's first steel recycling mill.


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.


LION to close James Boag's Brewery in Launceston

11 June, 2026

Due to a decline in the national beer market, LION plans to close the James Boag's Brewery in Launceston in November 2026.


State and federal governments extend lifeline to Nyrstar

11 June, 2026

Additional funding will support continued operations at Nyrstar's Port Pirie and Hobart smelters during 2026 while it continues detailed work on future investment decisions.


CeMAT Australia 2026 to put food and beverage supply chains in focus

10 June, 2026

CeMAT Australia is returning to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 23–25 June 2026.


Biome Australia brings probiotic manufacturing to Australia

09 June, 2026

Biome has announced it will progressively transition manufacturing of its Activated Probiotics range to Australia as it continues to scale internationally.


AMS announces 2026 Beamex User Group meeting

05 June, 2026 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd

After a two-year break, the Beamex User Group meeting returns to the Sunshine Coast over two days in November.


A high-speed, real-time optical data connection for industrial applications

04 June, 2026 | Supplied by: Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems IPMS

Fraunhofer IPMS has introduced a new industrial communication technology called Li‍-‍Fi Grathus, which transmits data via light instead of cable or radio waves.


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.


MGA Thermal announces major industrial thermal storage project

01 June, 2026

MGA Thermal and Knode are commencing a FEED study for what they say is Australia’s largest industrial thermal storage project.


EA warns skills shortages remain profession’s biggest challenge

01 June, 2026 | Supplied by: Engineers Australia

Skills shortages and workforce gaps remain a significant challenge following a recent online industry poll of more than 450 industry professionals.


Whyalla Steelworks sale enters final bidding round

29 May, 2026

The sale of the Whyalla Steelworks has advanced to its final stage with two bidders shortlisted.


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.


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