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Browse WIA’s latest published updates and important developments from across the Australian wool industry.
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Statements, announcements and updates from across the Australian wool industry.
SUMMIT NEWS - 11 September 2026
Wool medal winners span science, genetics and analysis
Leaders in wool industry analysis, services and genetics featured in the Australian Wool Industry Medal presentations in Melbourne last week.
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SUMMIT NEWS - 9 September 2026
Charlie wants to see more young talent in the wool industry
Nutrien wool rehandle manager Charlie Kidman has been awarded the inaugural Peter Morgan Award by the Private Treaty Merchants of Australia.
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SUMMIT NEWS - 9 September 2026
Sydney-born Jack finds a passion for wool in the bush
New South Wales wool broker Jack Finch was crowned the 2026 National Council of Wool Selling Brokers of Australia Young Wool Broker of the Year last week.
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JOINT STATEMENT - July 2026
AWEX and AWTA Commence Discussions on Potential Merger
The Boards of the Australian Wool Exchange (AWEX) and the Australian Wool Testing Authority (AWTA) have agreed to commence formal discussions to explore a potential merger of the two industry-owned organisations.
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SUMMIT NEWS - 4 September 2026
NFF CEO outlines how wool can attract new talent
NFF CEO Michael Guerin outlines how wool can attract new talent through clearer career pathways, genuine opportunities and a united industry story.
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INDUSTRY NEWS - 21 July 2026
Wool leaders pay tribute to industry ambassador Peter Ackroyd
Wool leaders pay tribute to Peter Ackroyd, a highly respected global ambassador whose knowledge, generosity and lifelong dedication made an immense contribution to the wool industry.
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