Congratulations to Kira McGrath, Woman Leader in STEM scholarship winner - 16 August 2023
Kira McGrath has been named as the winner of the Chemistry Australia CEW Woman Leader in STEM scholarship
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Industry clean up day - 21 April 2023
Members and industry stakeholders recently held a clean up day to mark Earth Day 2023.
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Chemistry Australia congratulates winners of its inaugural 2023 Industry Awards - 6 April 2023
Chemistry Australia announces the winners of its first ever industry Awards in Melbourne.
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New scholarship for Women in STEM with Chemistry Australia and Chief Executive Women - 6 April 2023
Announcing a new scholarship for women working in the Australian chemistry industry.
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Chemistry Australia Industry Awards - 5 April 2023
Celebrate excellence in the Australian chemistry sector with Chemistry Australia at our Industry Awards on 5 April 2023.
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Gas market reforms a positive step forward for Australian manufacturers - 12 December 2022
Chemistry Australia welcomes the views of Minister Husic on the need for a fairer approach to pricing gas for Australians.
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Affordable gas supplies key to investment in decarbonisation and future industries - 17 October 2022
Chemistry Australia welcomes the views of Minister Husic on the need for a fairer approach to pricing gas for Australians.
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Member Health and Safety Forum - 17 October 2022
Members joined Chemistry Australia for its Member Health and Safety Forum on 17 October 2022.
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Chemistry Australia congratulates Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for election win - 24 May 2022
Chemistry Australia welcomes the opportunity to work with the new Government on a sustainable and competitive economy
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Australian chemistry industry welcomes new investment in advanced recycling technology - 21 March 2022
Funding will support local manufacturers to invest in new technologies and increase plastics recycling
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Statement - Chemistry Australia welcomes United Nations resolution to end plastic pollution - 3 March 2022
Tight supply and surging prices remain a concern for critical Australian manufacturing industries
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Mental Health Webinar - 1 January 2022
Workplace experts join Chemistry Australia to discuss and share their insights on this important topic for Australian businesses and workers
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Globally competitive gas remains critical for Australian manufacturing investment - 1 October 2021
Tight supply and surging prices remain a concern for critical Australian manufacturing industries
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Chemicals, plastics and the circular economy - 26 August 2021
Chemicals, plastics and the circular economy from the perspective of the Australian chemistry industry
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Chemistry Australia and CSIRO collaborate on advanced plastics recycling report - 25 August 2021
Chemistry Australia welcomes the new CSIRO report into advanced plastics recycling technologies
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Strengthening the Australian plastics circular economy and emissions reduction - 20 May 2021
Chemistry Australia welcome public discourse about advancing a plastics circular economy in Australia
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Pipeline reforms another step towards securing globally competitive gas for consumers - 3 May 2021
The industry welcomes reforms that will stimulate investment in gas pipelines to deliver more gas to the market
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Statement - Economic benefits of gas-based manufacturing - 13 April 2021
Gas remains key to strengthening our sovereign capability and ensuring secure supply chains of key products into households
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Chemistry Australia welcomes comprehensive plan to advance a circular economy for plastics - 4 March 2021
New National Plastics Plan maps a pathway to manage our valuable plastic resources
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Joint Statement - Gas Users United in Support for ACCC Findings - 16 February 2021
ACCC findings underline the concerns of industrial gas users about impacts to jobs, jobs growth and the economy
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Statement - Economic benefits of gas-based manufacturing - 16 November 2020
Chemistry Australia highlights the vast benefits of gas-based manufacturing
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Chemistry Australia partners with CSIRO on its Mission to end plastic waste - 9 November 2020
Chemistry Australia is Association is proud to partner with CSIRO to progress science-based solutions to manage plastic resources.
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Annual safety results affirm chemistry industry commitment to workplace health and safety - 19 October 2020
Chemistry Australia's new health and safety report shows the industry has recorded the lowest-ever Medical Treatment Injuries
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Chemistry Australia welcomes the Australian Government Modern Manufacturing Strategy announcement - 1 October 2020
The Australian Government plan provides a clear path for the Australian manufacturing industry
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Chemistry Australia welcomes lndependent Planning Commission's decision on the Narrabri Gas Project in NSW - 30 September 2020
Chemistry Australia says the IPC decision is positive for both industry and the Australian economy.
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Chemistry Australia welcomes low emissions roadmap for future industries - 23 September 2020
Chemistry Australia says the technology solutions in the Low Emissions Technology Statement are the natural home for chemistry
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National plan for gas markets and fuel refining a significant step on the road to recovery - 15 September 2020
Chemistry Australia welcomes Government plans to make gas work for all Australians
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High contract domestic gas prices continue to threaten sovereign security - 17 August 2020
The ACCC Gas Inquiry 2017-2025 Interim Report provides further evidence that Australian manufacturers on the East Coast are paying too much for gas
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Statement - Ammonium Nitrate incident in Beirut - 5 August 2020
Chemistry Australia statement on the ammonium nitrate accident that occurred in Beirut. Our thoughts and sympathies are with all who are impacted by this tragedy.
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Polymer-based building materials sector calls for greater investment in energy efficient buildings
AMBA calls for construction sector stimulus to be linked to improving the energy efficiency of buildings
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Australian paint manufacturers ready to support demand for hand sanitiser
Members of the Australian Paint Manufacturers Federation (APMF) stand ready to assist in the fight against COVID-19
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Chemistry industry plays essential role in protecting the Australian community
The Australian chemistry industry has geared up to help protect Australians and the economy against threats from COVID-19.
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Victorian Government's restart of onshore gas development welcomed by Australian chemistry sector
Chemistry Australia welcomes resumption of onshore gas development in Victoria
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Plastics Stewardship Australia to support the sustainable use and recovery of plastics
Chemistry Australia launches new member initiative, Plastics Stewardship Australia
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Chemistry industry welcomes appointment of new Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia
Chemistry Australia welcomes the appointment of the Hon Keith Pitt MP to the federal resources portfolio.
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Chemistry Australia welcomes announcement of increased gas supply in NSW
Chemistry Australia welcomes Federal and NSW Government plans to increase NSW gas supply by 70 petajoules per year.
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Australian chemistry sector improves on its outstanding safety record in 2018
The Australian chemistry sector continues to advance its outstanding safety record with a 2.7 per cent improvement of its key performance metric from last year.
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Australia's chemistry industry collaborates for the PullingOurWeight global challenge to reduce plastic waste
The Pulling Our Weight initiative sets the challenge for industry to collect two kilograms of rubbish per volunteer
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Member Forum - February 2020
Chemistry Australia Vic Member Forum on Monday 17 February 2020.
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Chemistry Australia welcomes product stewardship approach to National Waste Policy Action Plan - 11 November 2019
Chemistry Australia welcomes the structured approach to managing our country's waste.
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Chemistry Australia launches the Australian Modern Building Alliance - 23 October 2019
Chemistry Australia has formed the Australian Modern Building Alliance to promote the benefits of polymers in the Australian construction industry.
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Chemistry Australia Podcast - Episode 3
In its latest podcast, Chemistry Australia discusses the economic benefits of gas-based manufacturing in Australia with Acil Allen Consulting's Jerome Fahrer
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Acil Allen Consulting Report
A new report by Acil Allen Consulting analyses the economic contribution of the Australian chemistry industry, which represents the largest gas-based manufacturing sector in Australia.
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Chemistry Australia welcomes gas market reforms - 6 August 2019
Chemistry Australia said gas market reforms are urgently needed to address gas supply and price issues that are damaging Australian manufacturing
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Chemistry Australia Podcast
Chemistry Australia explores the issues facing the world of chemistry in its new podcast series, Chemistry For Life.
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Chemistry Australia welcomes focus on gas price - 5 July 2019
Chemistry Australia has welcomed the focus on the affordability of gas by the new Federal Parliament.
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Supply and price remain critical to ensuring Australian gas can benefit all users - 20 June 2019
Chemistry Australia outlines the clear case for the important and ongoing role of governments to ensure a competitive domestic gas market.
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Supply and price still critical to resolving Australia's gas crisis - 31 May 2019
Chemistry Australia repeats calls for government support of measures that deliver greater supply of affordable gas.
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Chemistry and everyday life
Watch our new animation highlighting the critical role of chemistry in our everyday lives.
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Chemistry Australia congratulates Prime Minister Scott Morrison - 21 May
Chemistry Australia extends its congratulations to Prime Minister Scott Morrison and his team on the re-election of the Liberal National Coalition Government.
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Chemistry Australia - Industrial Chemicals Bills - a boost to innovation and investment - 3 April 2019
The Australian chemistry industry welcomes the successful passage of the final elements of the Industrial Chemicals Bills through the Senate.
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Chemistry Australia - Positioning Australia for Success - 2 April 2019
Chemistry Australia has identified specific policy actions under three key areas to position Australia for success beyond the 2019 Federal Election.
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Chemistry Australia announces new Chair, Deputy Chair - 28 March 2019
Chemistry Australia has announced David Hawkins, Chairman and Managing Director at BASF Australia and New Zealand, as the new elected Chair of Chemistry Australia.
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National domestic gas strategy still needed to secure affordable gas for industry - 4 March 2019
The future of Australian industrial gas users still hangs in the balance with swift action needed to increase affordable gas supplies
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Global launch of new alliance to end plastic waste - 17 January 2019
An alliance of global companies across the plastics and consumer goods industry value chain today launched a new initiative to end global plastic waste.
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Chemistry Australia calls for further action on national domestic gas strategy - 20 December 2018
Chemistry Australia calls for further action on national domestic gas strategy
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2018 Victorian Election Priorities
Chemistry Australia has identified six key actions to help Victoria stay competitive and secure our manufacturing future.
ITEMS IN FOCUS
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Health & Safety Performance Report
We are proud to present the results of the 2021 Health and Safety Performance Report. The Report shows the Australian chemistry sector continues to be one of the safety industries in Australia.
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Chemistry Australia Emerging Leaders
Chemistry Australia has created a new professional development program to invest in the future leaders of the industry. Find out more about the program here.
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Policy Priorities
Chemistry Australia has identified three key policy themes of responsible, competitive and smart, which it believes will position Australia for success beyond COVID-19.
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Chemistry For Life Podcast
Tune into the Chemistry For Life podcast series for ideas and insights from industry leaders on the essential role of chemistry in our everyday lives.
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Acil Allen Consulting Report
A new report by Acil Allen Consulting analyses the economic contribution of the Australian chemistry industry, which represents the largest gas-based manufacturing sector in Australia.
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Responsible Care
Responsible Care is an initiative of the global chemistry industry to drive continuous performance improvements and support the role of chemistry in creating a safer, more sustainable world.
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About Chemistry Australia
Chemistry Australia is the pre-eminent national body representing the $40 billion Australian chemistry industry. The member network represents inputs into almost every value chain in Australia.
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Key Statistics
The Australian chemistry industry is strategically significant because of its supply chain centrality. It is a critical enabler of almost every value chain in Australia, a key employer of valuable Australian STEM capability and a driver of innovation through advanced manufacturing.
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Australian Modern Building Alliance
The Australian Modern Building Alliance (AMBA) is a Chemistry Australia Interest Group established to engage with industry, policy makers and stakeholders about the properties and benefits of polymer-based construction products.
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Plastics Stewardship Australia
An initiative of Chemistry Australia, Plastics Stewardship Australia has been established to support the sustainable use and recovery of plastics.
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Strategic Industry Roadmap
The Strategic Industry Roadmap is a proactive initiative of the Australian chemistry industry. It maps the requirements to drive sustainable growth and investment in the industry, and secure long-term benefits for the Australian economy, society and environment.
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CSIRO Strategic Alliance
Chemistry Australia is proud to have a Strategic Relationship Agreement with CSIRO. The SRA combines the capability of the internationally renowned Australian innovation catalyst, with one of the largest manufacturing sectors in the economy, supplying 109 of 111 Australian industries.
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Members
Chemistry Australia is proud to represent businesses across the entire chemistry value chain including: manufacturers, importers and distributors, logistics and supply chain partners, raw material suppliers, fabricators and compounders, recyclers, research, academia and service providers.
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Executive Team
Led by CEO Samantha Read, the team at Chemistry Australia brings together experience and insight from both industry and Government, including area experts covering policy, regulation and industry strategy relevant to the Australian chemistry industry.
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Gas Market Transformations Report
The first comprehensive analysis of the impact of higher gas prices on the Australian economy forecasts major impacts to the Australian manufacturing and food production.
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Health & Safety Performance Report
We are proud to present the results of the 2020 Health and Safety Performance Report. The Report shows the Australian chemistry sector continues to be one of the safety industries in Australia.
