Media Releases

Read the latest AWI media releases

  • Rabbits – on the up and hop

    15 May 2008

    Both anecdotal and scientific evidence show that the scourge of Australia’s rangelands – rabbits – are again a threat to the environment and the economy.

  • International Protégé’s Showcase Merino Wool at RAFW

    30 April 2008

    One of Australia’s rising fashion talents has joined the world’s best young designers to showcase Australian Merino wool at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week (RAFW).

  • New Chairman elected and appointment of additional AWI Board members

    25 April 2008

    Ian McLachlan has resigned as Chairman of Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) and will remain on the Board as a Director. Mr McLachlan had previously indicated that he would not be standing for election at the next AWI AGM.

  • Genetic alternatives to mulesing – new expert panel to convene

    15 April 2008

    Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) has announced that a six-member panel of experts will convene shortly to review the Australian wool industry’s progress in researching and developing genetic alternatives to mulesing.

  • AWI launches $1.4m marketing program in Japan

    15 April 2008

    AWI launches $1.4m marketing program in JapanAustralian Wool Innovation (AWI) is rolling out a $1.4 million marketing program involving five major Japanese retailers during 2008 and through to March 2009.

  • AWI rejects AWGA allegations

    8 April 2008

    Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) has labelled the latest press release from the Australian Wool Growers Association (AWGA) as being completely irrational and poorly researched.

  • WOOL, C’EST COOL!

    2 April 2008

    Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) Chief Executive Craig Welsh announced the launch of ‘The Australian Merino Woolmark Prize’, awarding fashion creativity. This is a major step forward for the global wool industry in recognising emerging international talent from across the world.

 

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