The Morrison Government is helping female business owners step-up to tackle global markets as part of the nation’s COVID-19 recovery. Canvas Coworking Inc will receive $86,450 through the Incubator Support Initiative to establish the ‘Flair Incubator’ for female-led, regionally-based Queensland businesses that aspire to trade globally. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said…
Topics: Australian Made campaign and Qld-NSW border closures E&OE: Karen Andrews: It’s an absolute pleasure to be here today at UGG Since 1974 and I’ll be introducing to you, Hannah, who’s one of the owners of the business here. Today is a really special day because Australian Made is kicking off another campaign. It will…
Queensland is set to strengthen its position in the booming cyber security sector, with three new hubs across the state to make businesses more secure, as well as drive economic growth and create new jobs. Cyber Security Innovation Nodes will be established in Brisbane, Townsville and the Sunshine Coast in a partnership between the Federal…
Australians are being reminded of the value of buying home-grown products, with a new ad campaign launching today to promote Australian Made. Australian Made Campaign Limited’s multi-media campaign will help local manufacturers and brands to capitalise on a renewed interest in their products. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the campaign reflects…
The Morrison Government is fast-tracking a rebalancing of the new car retailing market, with reforms coming in from today to ensure Australian car dealers are given a fair go. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said she’s implemented the reforms a month ahead of schedule to improve the transparency and fairness of new…
Northern Australia’s aquaculture industry has the potential to generate thousands of new jobs and increase the value of its production to more than $1.3 billion, according to the findings of a new study. The study, by the CRC for Developing Northern Australia (CRCNA), found the industry could increase its current production value five-fold and create…
Made in Australia could soon become the most coveted label as the government opens up discussions to secure the future of the country’s textile and manufacturing sector. Federal Industry Minister Karen Andrews met with Australia’s fashion leaders on Wednesday, including womenswear designer Carla Zampatti, to discuss the renewed focus on supporting the industry’s recovery. Read…
Boosting demand for Australian-made fashion and diversifying manufacturing capability to upskill and create new jobs are among the key issues that will be discussed today at a roundtable with the local fashion industry. Chaired by the Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews, the roundtable will bring together prominent local fashion designers and brands,…
The Morrison Government is continuing to support innovation in small and medium sized businesses with the launch today of a review into Australia’s patents system. 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.…
Gold Coast jobs and businesses will be supported as part of the Morrison Government’s $1.8 billion boost for local governments across Australia. Federal Member for McPherson Karen Andrews MP said the City of Gold Coast will receive almost $6 million to accelerate community projects and help kick-start the economy. “Not only will this package support…