Working Hard Without Much Return: Australian Manufacturers Reveal Struggle to Survive 

Australian manufacturers said high inflation and government policies had made it incredibly tough for them to stay afloat.

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Matthew Fogarty, director of Celsius Manufacturing Pty Ltd, recently addressed an Australian parliamentary committee about the significant challenges faced by manufacturers like his. Operating for nearly 50 years, his Victorian-based company specializes in ductwork and employs 20 people. Fogarty highlighted that the past couple of years have been particularly tough, with high inflation and government policies placing immense pressure on their ability to remain viable. The discussion underscores the broader struggles within the manufacturing sector as it navigates economic uncertainties and regulatory impacts.