The National Blockchain Roadmap is an important step towards improving the nation’s productivity, according to Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews who released the roadmap today. “The Morrison Government has worked collaboratively with industry and researchers on this roadmap, which outlines what we can do together over the next five years to deliver … Continue reading National blockchain roadmap released →

Australia has posted a trade surplus of $67.6 billion for the 2019 calendar year, according to data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics on Thursday, with the value of exported manufactured goods showing a modest increase. Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment Simon Birmingham said the trade surplus was supported by record levels of … Continue reading Trade surplus confirmed for 2019 →

Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk on Thursday announced a $1 million export grants program to help Queensland businesses “go global” by launching their products in overseas markets. “Exports are vital to Queensland’s economy, vital to regional businesses and vital to regional jobs. Queensland has around 7,300 goods-exporting companies, of which 40 per cent are based in … Continue reading Queensland launches $1 million export grants program →

Chemistry Australia has said it welcomes the appointment of Keith Pitt as Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia in the latest cabinet reshuffle. The body representing one of Australia’s largest manufacturing sectors says that it hopes Minister Pitt will help Australian manufacturers compete in the global market through the supply of reliable and affordable … Continue reading Chemistry Australia welcomes new minister →

Following from the largest Lean and continuous improvement conference, Manufacturers’ Monthly speaks with Australian attendees to find out what they learn from the five days. Implementing Lean manufacturing processes in a business can be an ongoing process, but one that, just as it expounds in production, can always be improved. For businesses in Australia who … Continue reading Learn from the best: Five takeaways from AME Chicago 2019 →