World Manufacturing Day is a timely reminder of the transformative power of industry. In Australia, manufacturing has long played a key role in the nation's economy - employing over 930,000 people and contributing $137 billion in value-added output. Yet, as we stand at the crossroads of global disruption and technological acceleration, the sector's role is being redefined - not just as a producer of goods, but as a driver of innovation, resilience, and national capability.
