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Category : Manufacturing
Manufacturers Blamed for Australia's Packaging Crisis
A new report reveals manufacturers are failing to meet recycling targets, creating 1.2 million tonnes of packaging waste. Discover the culprits and the urgent call for reform.
Greenacre factory fire destroys furniture business
A massive fire has destroyed the Sapphire Wood Furniture factory in Greenacre, Sydney. Dozens of firefighters are on scene. No injuries reported.
Wandarra opens major sustainable manufacturing hub in Townsville
Wandarra opens a $10 million advanced manufacturing facility in Townsville, creating 50 jobs and positioning the city as a leader in sustainable industry. Discover the future of green manufacturing.
S32 Mozambique refinery mothballed amid power dispute
South32's Mozal aluminium refinery in Mozambique will be mothballed by March due to a deadlocked power supply deal, impacting global aluminium production. Read the full story.
Zone RV Enters Administration, 120 Jobs Lost
Australian caravan manufacturer Zone RV has collapsed into administration, resulting in 120 job losses. Administrators are now assessing the future of the business. Read the full story.
$171m Solar Manufacturing Plant for Black Hill
A $171 million solar module factory is set for Black Hill, creating over 100 jobs and boosting Australia's renewable manufacturing under the Solar Sunshot program.
Sunshine Coast caravan giant Zone RV collapses before Christmas
Queensland luxury caravan manufacturer Zone RV enters voluntary administration, jeopardising customer deposits and 250 jobs weeks before Christmas. Full story on the industry crisis.
Tullimbar Christmas Tree Farm Opens for Season
Santa's Farm in Tullimbar has opened for the Christmas season, offering families the chance to cut down their own real Christmas trees after nearly five years of growth. Local families share their festive traditions.
Banlaw wins Export Excellence at 2025 HMA
Hunter-based Banlaw's 2025 HMA award win celebrates its global fluid management solutions and local supply chain commitment. Discover how this Australian manufacturer is leading the world.
Hunter Manufacturing Awards 2025 Winners Announced
Discover the winners of the 2025 Hunter Manufacturing Awards, celebrating record-breaking innovation and export success from regional NSW manufacturers. Learn how local companies are competing globally.
Supacell Wins Hunter Manufacturing Award for Partnership
Hunter-based Supacell wins the 2025 Hunter Manufacturing Award for Collaboration & Partnership, validating its innovative approach to turning household waste into high-performance insulation.
Minister tackles Chinese dumping threat to Hunter jobs
Industry Minister Tim Ayres meets Hunter manufacturers to combat cheap Chinese imports threatening local jobs. Government reforms aim to level the playing field for Australian industry.
WA Green Steel Fund Sparks 'Made in WA' Debate
Western Australia's $75m manufacturing fund faces scrutiny as InfraBuild's involvement raises questions about what truly constitutes 'Made in WA' steel production. Read more.
Geelong brand uses 3D printing for unique homewares
Geelong homewares brand Design Hunt creates bespoke products using 3D printing technology, offering personalised home decor solutions for Australian homes.
RM Williams Family Legacy in Australian Bootmaking
Discover how RM Williams' family-focused workshops create generational bonds while crafting iconic Australian leather goods. Meet the families keeping the tradition alive.
RM Williams Family Legacy in Australian Bootmaking
Discover how RM Williams' Salisbury workshop thrives on family connections, with multiple generations continuing Australia's iconic leathercraft tradition. Meet the artisans building bonds.
Carbon Revolution faces Nasdaq delisting threat
Geelong manufacturer Carbon Revolution battles Nasdaq delisting after compliance plan rejection. Shares plunged 30% as company faces $243.6m deficit. Read the full analysis.
Australian Dental Brand's 40-Year Success Story
How Mike and Michelle Aronson turned a search for child-friendly toothpaste into a 40-year Australian manufacturing success. Discover their journey and commitment to local production.
Adelaide firm's PPE pivot leads to major success
Discover how the Detmold Group's rapid pandemic pivot created one of the southern hemisphere's largest medical mask operations, producing 145 million masks.
Aussie firm's pandemic pivot to PPE success
How an Adelaide packaging company transformed in 18 weeks to become a southern hemisphere medical mask leader, creating 145 million masks. Discover the story of Australian manufacturing resilience.
Melbourne Couple's 40-Year Toothpaste Success Story
Discover how Mike and Michelle Aronson turned a search for child-friendly toothpaste into a 40-year Australian manufacturing success. Learn their secrets to staying local.
Melbourne's automated chocolate factory leads sustainability
Discover how Melbourne's new $130m automated Cadbury factory, powered by renewables, produces millions of treats weekly while cutting 2700 trucks from roads annually.
RB Sellars moves HQ from Melbourne to Geelong
In a significant win for regional Victoria, family-owned business RB Sellars is relocating its entire headquarters from Melbourne to Geelong, bringing new jobs and investment to the Surf Coast region.
Geelong Steel Company Collapses with $568,000 Debt
Another Geelong manufacturer falls as JS Ironworkers enters liquidation with $568,000 debt, leaving local suppliers in the lurch and raising concerns about the region's industrial future.
Midland Brick Sales Soar as WA Housing Rebounds
Western Australia's building industry is roaring back to life as Midland Brick reports massive sales growth, fueled by recovering home approvals and government construction incentives.
Hanwha eyes major stake in Aussie shipbuilder Austal
South Korea's defence powerhouse Hanwha Group remains in contention for a strategic investment in Australian shipbuilder Austal, potentially reshaping naval manufacturing in the region.
Tomago Smelter Crisis: Economic Disaster Looms
The potential closure of the Tomago aluminium smelter threatens thousands of jobs and could send shockwaves through Australia's manufacturing sector, with industry experts warning of catastrophic consequences.
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