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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).
Oct 2026

$12.3 million to back Australian companies developing quantum solutions

Round 2 stage 2 of the Critical Technologies Challenge Program will fund 6 innovative projects tackling Australia’s biosecurity, First Nations health, transport logistics and energy systems challenges.
Sep 2026 Australian Trade Remedies Commission

Anti-Dumping Commission becomes the Australian Trade Remedies Commission responsible for safeguard inquiries

This brings all trade remedies functions together within a single agency.
Sep 2026

Australia and UK consider innovation priorities for renewable energy, life sciences and space

Strategic innovation dialogue progresses innovation cooperation, focusing on commercialisation, industry growth and market access.
Sep 2026 Australian Radioactive Waste Agency

Australia's radioactive waste management framework: have your say

We are seeking feedback on the framework that guides how we manage and dispose of radioactive waste in Australia. Submissions close 13 November.
Sep 2026 Offshore Decommissioning Directorate

Update on offshore decommissioning and financial assurance reforms

We are running targeted consultation on the practical workings of proposed regulatory design.
Sep 2026 National Measurement Institute

NMI to check animal and pet supplies in national audit

Trade measurement inspectors from the National Measurement Institute (NMI) are auditing animal and pet supply businesses across Australia from 14 to 18 September.

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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.

STEM Equity Monitor

28 July 2026 Department of Industry, Science and Resources
The STEM Equity Monitor is a national data resource on women and other diverse groups in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

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Aug 2026 Department of Industry, Science and Resources

Corporate plan 2026–30

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