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Autex Acoustics: The Quiet Power Behind the World’s Best Spaces
Contemporary interior featuring Autex Acoustics’ New Zealand‑made acoustic panels, showcasing sustainable design, GreenStuf materials, and advanced NZ manufacturing created by The Future Makers for global export.
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Why Manufacturing Matters More Than Ever to New Zealand
Manufacturing underpins New Zealand’s productivity, skills, and exports — yet remains misunderstood. Discover why modern manufacturing matters more than ever, and how Advancing Manufacturing Aotearoa and The Future Makers are changing the narrative.
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BNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index - January 2026
January’s activity for New Zealand’s manufacturing sector again showed a healthy level of expansion, according to the latest BNZ.
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Recognising the Best in Kiwi Manufacturing – Minister for Manufacturing Awards
The countdown is on for the launch of the second annual Minister for Manufacturing Awards. Entries open 23 February.
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Two exceptional young New Zealand robotics teams heading to World Competition in Houston
Call to action to support these young masterminds at the World Competition, match with $1000
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Wrapping up an awesome week at Ignite Engineering Camp
Shining a Light on the “Invisible” Manufacturing Sector at the IGNITE Engineering Camp for Year 10-13
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Manufacturing starts year by shifting up a gear
New data showing New Zealand manufacturing is experiencing its highest level of activity since December 2021 signals a strong start to the year, Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk
Read moreBNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index - December 2025
December’s activity for New Zealand’s manufacturing sector showed its highest level of activity since December 2021, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index
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