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Saab receives $22 million to build defence Collaboration Centre
Saab Australia, a solutions provider for defence and civil security, will receive $22 million from the federal government under the Modern Manufacturing Initiative to build their Sovereign Combat System Collaboration Centre in South Australia.
March 11, 2022 0 comment
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Business Research and Innovation funding cuts regulatory burdens
The latest round of the federal government’s Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) will benefit 17 businesses with over $1.6 million in support for the early-stage development of technologies that reduce regulatory processes.
January 24, 2022 0 comment
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Productivity lull hits Australian workforce as pandemic fatigue sets in
Only 45 per cent of working Australians feel productive most of the week and nearly half (47 per cent) spend between two and 10 hours each week on work-related admin, according to fresh data from MYOB.
November 23, 2021 0 comment
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Six marketing trends that Defence SMEs should explore
Are you keen to break into the ever-expanding scope of Defence industry opportunities but not sure where to focus your resources and budget? Have you been frustrated by the changing business landscape during the past couple of years of Covid-inflicted travel and networking restrictions?
November 23, 2021 0 comment
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CSIRO’s Innovate to Grow: Space program applications are open
CSIRO has opened applications for its new Innovate to Grow: Space program for SMEs working in the space sector, to accelerate growth in Australia’s burgeoning space industry.
November 18, 2021 0 comment
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Driving growth with AI technology
In discussion with Professor Will Browne, chair in Manufacturing Robotics at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) and CSIRO, with ARM Hub, Manufacturers’ Monthly learns how manufacturers can access AI as a tool to grow their business.
November 1, 2021 0 comment
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A Defence Innovation Hub success story: SME wins grant for innovative technology development
Innovative technology is at the core of our Australian Defence industry with local advanced manufacturers at the cutting-edge of new discoveries and technical applications. But to develop and operationalise these exciting ideas, they require Australian Defence funding. Faced with time consuming and complicated grant applications, it’s easy to become discouraged. So, how does an SME … Continue reading A Defence Innovation Hub success story: SME wins grant for innovative technology development
September 7, 2021 0 comment
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Why short-term, high impact manufacturing R&D is important for fuelling Australia’s innovation ecosystem
By Dr Jason Coonan, Chief Operating Officer at the Innovative Manufacturing CRC By now we are all acutely aware of the impact that COVID-19 has had on our manufacturing industry, including our innovation pipeline. As we adapt to our “new normal”, kickstarting the industry’s recovery and innovation ecosystem is more important than ever before. Small … Continue reading Why short-term, high impact manufacturing R&D is important for fuelling Australia’s innovation ecosystem
July 22, 2021 0 comment
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Research finds SMEs set for growth, ready to drive up revenue
Guy Callaghan, CEO of Banjo Loans shares his thoughts with Manufacturers’ Monthly about growth strategies for SMEs following the pandemic.
July 12, 2021 0 comment
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EMDG program helps Australian manufacturers enter global markets
The Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) program – facilitated by federal government’s trade, investment and education promotion agency, Austrade – will now fund manufacturers’ eligible export activities.
July 5, 2021 0 comment
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Up to $500,000 in SADI grants by Defence to help Aussie SMEs
Defence industry businesses are being given greater access to a Morrison Government grant aimed at growing the skills of Australia’s defence industry. The Skilling Australia’s Defence Industry (SADI) program offers grants of up to half a million dollars to support the skilling needs of eligible small to medium businesses, with the Government providing $39 million … Continue reading Up to $500,000 in SADI grants by Defence to help Aussie SMEs
April 7, 2021 0 comment
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New round of small business cash grants as $4 billion in COVID-19 stimulus extends to sole traders in SA
Thousands of SA small businesses and not-for-profit organisations that continue to be impacted by COVID-19^ will be eligible for a second $10,000 cash grant. The cash grants are part of the SA government’s $4 billion in economic stimulus to help protect thousands of local jobs. And, for the first time, the state government has introduced a $3,000 cash grant for … Continue reading New round of small business cash grants as $4 billion in COVID-19 stimulus extends to sole traders in SA
November 12, 2020 0 comment
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IMCRC launches first approved project for rapid COVID-19 test
Innovative Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (IMCRC) has launched its new funding initiative, IMCRC activate, with an Australian first — the development of a rapid COVID-19 test that uses optical technology. Designed to provide a much-needed stimulus to Australian manufacturing businesses in the wake of COVID-19, IMCRC activate stimulates and fast-tracks R&D investment, offering access to … Continue reading IMCRC launches first approved project for rapid COVID-19 test
November 10, 2020 0 comment
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$32m in funding to stimulate the defence innovation sector
The federal government is increasing its support for the defence industry innovation sector by providing an additional $32 million for investment through the Defence Innovation Hub over the next two years. This investment, which is part of the government’s Defence COVID-19 investment initiatives, will increase cash flow to Australian small and medium-sized businesses that are … Continue reading $32m in funding to stimulate the defence innovation sector
September 14, 2020 0 comment
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$800,000 from New Industries Fund to support COVID-19 affected innovation sector
WA Innovation and ICT Minister Dave Kelly announced that the WA government is advancing up to $800,000 from the $16.7 million New Industries Fund (NIF) to support start‑ups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) impacted by COVID-19. The state government recognises that Western Australia’s innovation sector has been impacted by COVID-19, with start-ups and entrepreneurs … Continue reading $800,000 from New Industries Fund to support COVID-19 affected innovation sector
June 11, 2020 0 comment
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University of SA to open $2 million Industry 4.0 hub
A new Industry 4.0 Testlab to support industry innovation across defence, mining, ag-tech, electronics and automotive sectors has opened at the University of South Australia (UniSA). The $2 million hub, equipped with 3D printing facilities, multiplayer virtual reality spaces for human-centred design, and an industrial-scale manufacturing demonstrator, will help small-to-medium enterprises create test new advanced … Continue reading University of SA to open $2 million Industry 4.0 hub
May 27, 2020 0 comment
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Federal government launches review into patents system to support SMEs
The federal government has announced a review into Australia’s patents system to support innovation in small-to-medium-sized businesses. The review will consider the accessibility for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as part of the government’s commitment to ensuring our intellectual property framework supports the needs of smaller businesses. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews … Continue reading Federal government launches review into patents system to support SMEs
May 27, 2020 0 comment
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Local SA projects to provide stimulus boost to the state
Hundreds of local jobs will be supported as the SA state government has announced $65.5 million of local community projects across South Australia as part of its $1 billion stimulus package. A total of 37 projects have successfully secured funding across 27 different council areas, with 24 in metropolitan Adelaide and 13 in regional South … Continue reading Local SA projects to provide stimulus boost to the state
May 12, 2020 0 comment
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Vic government announces free mediation service for commercial tenancy disputes
The Victorian government’s mediation service to help small and medium business tenants and landlords reach a fair agreement in rent disputes, as a result of coronavirus, is in effect. The service is provided through the Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC), and is part of the government’s commercial tenancy relief scheme. The scheme provides a six-month … Continue reading Vic government announces free mediation service for commercial tenancy disputes
May 4, 2020 0 comment
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$48.3 million for SMEs through modernisation fund
The federal government will contribute $48.3 million towards modernising how Australian manufacturers do business, with critical investment in small-and-medium-sized businesses in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. Two hundred projects worth more than $215 million are being supported through the Manufacturing Modernisation Fund (MMF). Industry, Science and Technology minister Karen Andrews said the job-creating investments … Continue reading $48.3 million for SMEs through modernisation fund
May 1, 2020 0 comment