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Aug 2025

Innovative businesses to share in $28.7 million from the Industry Growth Program

Funding will help commercialise new products, processes and services to build manufacturing capacity.
Aug 2025

$50.4 million in grants to support Aussie innovation

The Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) help strengthen ties between industry and researchers.
Aug 2025

Youth forum inspiring young Australians to step into STEM

Quantum was among the highlights at the 2025 National Youth STEM Summit at Swinburne University in Melbourne from 19–21 July.
Aug 2025

The Battery Breakthrough is now open

Part of the National Battery Strategy, the Battery Breakthrough aims to grow our local battery manufacturing industry
Aug 2025

National Science Week 2026 grants now open

Individuals and organisations can apply for up to $20,000 to deliver science engagement activities during next year’s National Science Week. Applications close 29 September.
Aug 2025 Office of the Chief Economist

AIS update offers new insights into Australian innovation in 2025

New Australian Innovation Statistics (AIS) data shows a 1.4% increase in Australian Government investment in R&D.
Aug 2025 National Measurement Institute

Trailblazing scientists earn top measurement prize

Accurate and innovative measurement recognised at the 2025 NMI Measurement Awards.

Latest public consultations

Closes 20 Aug 2025 National Measurement Institute

Flow metering systems: adoption of OIML R 117

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