A digital version of Manufacturers’ Monthly December 2011 is now available for free for all newsletter subscribers.
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SA government invests in hydroponic herb production
South East South Australia is set to gain 200 new manufacturing positions, following an injection of state and federal government funds into a hydroponic herb production facility, a wool processor, and an agricultural operation.
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Survey shows 14% of local manufacturers will cull staff in Q1
Fourteen per cent of Australian manufacturing companies say they will cut staff numbers in the first quarter of 2012, according to new research.
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Survey shows 14% of local manufacturers will cull staff in Q1
Fourteen per cent of Australian manufacturing companies say they will cut staff numbers in the first quarter of 2012, according to new research.
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Survey shows 14% of local manufacturers will cull staff in Q1
Fourteen per cent of Australian manufacturing companies say they will cut staff numbers in the first quarter of 2012, according to new research.
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Survey shows 14% of local manufacturers will cull staff in Q1
Fourteen per cent of Australian manufacturing companies say they will cut staff numbers in the first quarter of 2012, according to new research.
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Gillard’s cabinet changes could prove negative for manufacturing
Yesterday’s cabinet changes could have "significant implications for business in key policy areas where Australia’s competitiveness and productivity are at stake," according to outgoing Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) chief executive, Heather Ridout.
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Kim Carr dumped from cabinet; Greg Combet to head innovation portfolio
Senator Kim Carr has been dropped from cabinet, to be replaced by Greg Combet, who will look after an expanded portfolio with the help of Senator Carr as Minister for Manufacturing, Prime Minister Julia Gillard announced today.
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Kim Carr dumped from cabinet; Greg Combet to head innovation portfolio
Senator Kim Carr has been dropped from cabinet, to be replaced by Greg Combet, who will look after an expanded portfolio with the help of Carr as Minister for Manufacturing, Prime Minister Julia Gillard announced today.
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Technology key to Endeavour Awards and SMC Pneumatics
SMC Pneumatics Australia has signed-on as sponsor of the Technology Application of the Year’ award at the 9th Annual Manufacturers’ Monthly Endeavour Awards.
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Government providing $249m and 1,000 cadetships to boost manufacturing
The government is providing $249 million to manufacturers who team up with universities, along with 1,000 new engineering cadetships, in a bid to promote in-depth research and product development.
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15th CRC funding to target clean manufacturing projects
Clean manufacturing projects will be in with a chance to garner government assistance next year, through the 15th Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) funding offering.
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Quickstep to develop automotive composites for Audi and the German government
Perth’s Quickstep Holdings has teamed-up with car manufacturer Audi and the German government to develop cost-effective solutions for high-volume automotive composite parts production.
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$100m fund now available for manufacturing start-ups
Aussie manufacturers can apply for a share of $100 million provided by the government to help new, innovative start-ups enter the market.
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First Australian innovation conference showcases local ideas
The first national Innovation in Australia exhibition was held in Brisbane this week, showcasing Australian biotechnology, mining equipment, polymers and therapeutic innovations, along with a whole raft of other game-changing products and solutions.
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Endeavour Awards 2012 nominations now open!
NOMINATIONS are now open for the ninth annual Manufacturers' Monthly Endeavour Awards program, which recognises companies and individuals for their contributions to the Australian manufacturing industry.
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Carbon tax unfair on car-makers: Holden boss
Holden managing director and President of the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries, Mike Devereux, says the carbon tax is a 'heavy and unfair cost' for local automotive players, and policy consistency is needed to secure the sector's future.
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Australian Toyota Camry expected to raise $1 billion in export revenue
Toyota Australia's locally-built, seventh-generation Camry is now available in auto showrooms around Australia, with the new model expected to become 'Australia's best-selling mid-size car'.
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Heather Ridout resigns as CEO of Ai Group
After 33 years at the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) and eight years at the helm as chief executive, Heather Ridout will move on from the post in April 2012.
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NSW carbon compounds manufacturer closes, 65 jobs lost
Koppers Holdings will close its carbon black manufacturing facility in New South Wales due to "deteriorating operating conditions", with 65 workers expected to lose their jobs.
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