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Chemistry Australia partners with CSIRO on its Mission to end plastic waste
Chemistry Australia and its Plastics Stewardship Australia initiative have partnered with CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, on its developing Plastics Mission to address the issue of plastic waste in Australia.
The Mission aims…

Annual safety results affirm chemistry industry commitment to workplace health and safety
The results of Chemistry Australia’s latest annual Health and Safety Survey show that the Australian chemistry sector continues to demonstrate leadership in workplace health and safety.
The release of Chemistry Australia’s 2019 Health and…

Chemistry Australia welcomes the Australian Government Modern Manufacturing Strategy announcement
Chemistry Australia, the peak national body representing Australia’s chemicals and plastics industries, has welcomed the Australian Government’s “Modern Manufacturing Strategy” announced today at the National Press Club.
CEO of Chemistr…

Chemistry Australia welcomes Independent Planning Commission decision on the Narrabri Gas Project in NSW
Chemistry Australia, the pre-eminent national body representing Australia’s chemicals and plastics industries, has welcomed the Independent Planning Commission’s (IPC) ‘phased approval’ today of the Narrabri Gas Project in New South Wales…

Chemistry Australia welcomes low emissions roadmap for future industries
The Australian chemistry sector welcomes the release of the Government’s Low Emissions Technology Statement as announced by the Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction, the Hon Angus Taylor MP, during his National Press Club address…

National plan for gas markets and fuel refining a significant step on the road to recovery
The Federal Government has delivered a significant boost to Australia’s future economic security following announcements this week of measures to strengthen national sovereign capability.
Chemistry Australia and its members welcome these…

High contract domestic gas prices continue to threaten sovereign security
The ACCC’s Gas Inquiry 2017 – 2025 Interim Report released today provides further evidence that Australian manufacturers on the East Coast are paying too much for gas, with average producer offers tracking above the LNG netback price since…

Statement - Ammonium Nitrate incident in Beirut
The ammonium nitrate accident that occurred in Beirut overnight is a tragedy for Lebanon and the families affected by this terrible event. The thoughts and sympathies of the chemistry industry are with all who are impacted.
The health and…

Polymer-based building materials sector calls for greater investment in energy efficient buildings
The Australian Modern Building Alliance (AMBA) has welcomed the call for support for the construction industry to stimulate Australia’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 health crisis.