Two South Australian auto parts makers, Precise Global and Quality Plastics and Tooling, have received $1.18 million to help them diversify what they make and upgrade their facilities.
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$4 million Geelong productivity fund on the table
The Victorian coalition government is urging the federal government to back its commitment of $4 million for a new program to support investment in the Geelong region.
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Crafty Chef to invest in new carbon-reducing freezer system
Western Sydney food manufacturer Crafty Chef will reportedly reduce its carbon emissions by more than 50% through a factory upgrade and new freezer system designed to bring massive energy savings.
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Industry gets ready for carbon tax with clean technology funding
Eleven businesses have each nabbed a share of $8.1 million in funding to help them improve production efficiency in preparation for the carbon tax.
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Ballarat brakes manufacturer opens $3.5m advanced moulding press
Australian-owned brake parts manufacturer Bendix is building a $3.5 million moulding press in Ballarat to cater for growing export demand.
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Government grants: free money
With Federal and State Government grants for manufacturing companies ranging from $20,000 to $10m the effort put into applying for a grant can be well rewarded.
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Government to reform VET system to promote skills development
The government has announced a skills reform plan that it claims will ensure Australia’s national vocational education and training (VET) system is better equipped to deliver skills to workers in a “rapidly changing economy”.
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