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Oct 2026

Giving technology a second life through the Tech Reuse for Good Charter

The charter is an industry-led initiative that encourages organisations to donate their surplus digital devices.
Oct 2026

Critical Minerals Strategy updated to build on our strengths

The strategy aims to enhance our economic resilience, national security and global partnerships.
Oct 2026

Australia’s Critical Minerals List and Strategic Materials List: have your say

We are seeking your feedback on a review of the lists. Submissions close on 17 November.
Oct 2026

Read our annual report 2025–26

The report outlines our work and performance for the last financial year.
Oct 2026

Gas supply and demand outlook for 2027 quarter 1

The Minister for Resources expects strong east coast supply for the January to March period.
Oct 2026 AI Safety Institute

New report explores safe oversight of advanced AI systems

Australia’s AI Safety Institute has released new research to better understand emerging risks associated with AI systems.
Oct 2026 Office of the Chief Economist

Australia’s resources and energy export earnings set to remain high

We have released updated forecasts for Australia’s commodity exports in the September 2026 edition of the Resources and energy quarterly (REQ).

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Critical Minerals Strategy 2023–2030

27 October 2026 Critical Minerals Office
The Critical Minerals Strategy sets out the government’s vision to grow Australia’s critical minerals sector. Updated in 2026.

National AI Plan

2 December 2025 Department of Industry, Science and Resources
The National AI Plan is the Australian Government's plan to grow the AI industry in Australia.

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Closes 13 Nov 2026 Australian Radioactive Waste Agency

Australian Radioactive Waste Management Framework: consultation

Closes 17 Nov 2026

Critical Minerals List and Strategic Materials List review 2026

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Aug 2026 Department of Industry, Science and Resources

Corporate plan 2026–30

Our corporate plan explains who we are, what we do and where we are going.
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