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$5M Boost for Queensland Manufacturing

What’s happening? The Crisafulli Government has announced a $5 million annual expansion of the Made in Queensland manufacturing grants. The program aims to bolster Queensland’s advanced manufacturing sector by increasing capability, productivity, and innovation, while supporting high-skilled jobs. Minister for Manufacturing, Dale Last, visited Rockhampton businesses Manuplex and PHL Metal Fabrication and toured the Rockhampton Manufacturing Hub to unveil this initiative. Why it matters? This investment highlights the government’s commitment to positioning Queensland as a leader in manufacturing. By reducing operational costs and creating investment certainty, the initiative not only fosters local economic growth but also helps secure Queensland’s reputation as an attractive destination for manufacturing businesses. Local Impact The Rockhampton Manufacturing Hub plays a pivotal role in driving innovation

Historic release of locally raised Barramundi

Rockhampton State High School celebrates a historic milestone with the release of 1,000 locally raised barramundi into the Fitzroy River, marking the success of its aquaculture program and setting the stage for sustainable fishery growth and student career development in Queensland’s expanding aquaculture industry.

$5M Boost for Queensland Manufacturing

What’s happening? The Crisafulli Government has announced a $5 million annual expansion of the Made in Queensland manufacturing grants. The program aims to bolster Queensland’s advanced manufacturing sector by increasing capability, productivity, and innovation, while supporting high-skilled jobs. Minister for Manufacturing, Dale Last, visited Rockhampton businesses Manuplex and PHL Metal Fabrication and toured the Rockhampton Manufacturing Hub to unveil this initiative. Why it matters? This investment highlights the government’s commitment to positioning Queensland as a leader in manufacturing. By reducing operational costs and creating investment certainty, the initiative not only fosters local economic growth but also helps secure Queensland’s reputation as an attractive destination for manufacturing businesses. Local Impact The Rockhampton Manufacturing Hub plays a pivotal role in driving innovation

Historic release of locally raised Barramundi

Rockhampton State High School celebrates a historic milestone with the release of 1,000 locally raised barramundi into the Fitzroy River, marking the success of its aquaculture program and setting the stage for sustainable fishery growth and student career development in Queensland’s expanding aquaculture industry.