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Mar 2023

Diversity in STEM dialogue starter: have your say

We’re starting a conversation about diversity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Share your experiences, stories and insights with us.
Feb 2023

Australia's science and research priorities conversation starter: have your say

We’re starting a national conversation to shape Australia’s science and research priorities and statement. Have your say until 31 March 2023.
Mar 2023

National Science Week grants for primary and secondary schools: apply now

The Australian Science Teachers Assocation (ASTA) has been provided $980,000 to deliver National Science Week grants and teaching resources over the next few years. Apply now for 2023 funding.
Mar 2023 Australian Space Agency

International Space Investment India Projects grants now open

International Space Investment India Projects grants are now open. Information events on the grants are also open for registration.

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Mar 2023 Australian Space Agency

Historic NASA trip to Australia

The two most senior people from NASA led a delegation in Australia during the week of 20 March.
Mar 2023

It’s a wrap on Science Meets Parliament for 2023

A wrap-up of Australia’s most powerful event connecting STEM experts, policymakers and federal parliamentarians that took place in Canberra between 7-23 March.
Mar 2023

Australian hypersonic spaceplane technology ready for export to the USA

An Australian startup developing reusable hypersonic spaceplanes has landed a prestigious US Department of Defense contract.
Mar 2023 Australian Space Agency

National Indigenous Space Academy launched

A new space internship program will give Indigenous Australian university students the opportunity to study at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Mar 2023 Australian Space Agency

Space industry partners chosen for Australia’s first Moon mission

Two consortiums of local space businesses and researchers will design rovers for Australia’s first mission to the Moon in partnership with NASA.
Mar 2023 National Measurement Institute

Trade measurement inspectors visit meat, poultry and seafood retailers across Australia

National Measurement Institute (NMI) Trade Measurement Inspectors are out in force this week undertaking a major compliance audit of meat, poultry and seafood retailers.
Mar 2023

National Science Week grants for primary and secondary schools: apply now

The Australian Science Teachers Assocation (ASTA) has been provided $980,000 to deliver National Science Week grants and teaching resources over the next few years. Apply now for 2023 funding.
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24 August 2017

Building Ministers' Forum Communiqué: August 2017

The Building Ministers’ Forum (BMF) is pleased to announce that Professor Peter Shergold AC and Ms Bronwyn Weir have been commissioned to assess the broader compliance and enforcement problems within the building and construction systems across Australia that are affecting the implementation of the National Construction Code (NCC), announced on 30 June 2017.
7 July 2017 Office of the Chief Economist

Resources and energy export earnings grew rapidly in 2016–17

The June 2017 edition of the Resources and Energy Quarterly, released today by the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science, estimates a 25 per cent increase in earnings in 2016–17.
30 June 2017

Building Ministers' Forum Communiqué: June 2017

Today, all governments reaffirmed their commitment to best practice regulation and certification to ensure the safety of Australia’s buildings.
1 June 2017

Video: Commercial Building Disclosure Program Explained

A brief overview of the Commercial Building Disclosure (CBD) program.
21 April 2017

Building Ministers' Forum Communiqué: April 2017

The Building Ministers’ Forum (BMF) was held in Sydney on Friday, 21 April 2017, for Ministers to decide on a range of significant measures that will benefit the Australian building, plumbing and construction industry and the wider Australian community.
24 March 2017 Industry Innovation and Science Australia

Innovation and Science Australia spurs debate about Australian innovation in 2030

Innovation and Science Australia (ISA), has today released the 2030 Strategic Plan Issues Paper to drive the national conversation around the future of Australian innovation, science and research.
7 January 2017 Industry Innovation and Science Australia

ISA: Work Needed to Improve Australia’s Innovation, Science and Research System

ISA’s Performance Review of the Australian Innovation, Science and Research System 2016 (ISR System Review) finds that while the Australian system has points of strength, Australia is lagging behind international competitors in key areas and much work must be done to break into the top-tier of innovation nations.
14 December 2016

Building Ministers' Forum Communiqué: December 2016

The Building Ministers’ Forum (BMF) met in Perth on 14 December 2016 and agreed on a range of significant measures that will benefit the Australian building, plumbing and construction industry and the wider Australian community.
13 December 2016 Industry Innovation and Science Australia

Biomedical Translation Fund a game changer for Australian innovation

Bill Ferris AC, Chair of Innovation and Science Australia (ISA), has welcomed the Australian Government’s announcement of the successful Biomedical Translation Fund managers
9 November 2016 Industry Innovation and Science Australia

Dr Charlie Day appointed CEO of the Office of Innovation and Science Australia

Bill Ferris AC, Chair of Innovation and Science Australia, has welcomed Dr Charlie Day on his appointment as Chief Executive Officer of the Office of Innovation and Science Australia.
11 September 2016 Industry Innovation and Science Australia

Biomedical Translation Fund delivering for Australian patients

BioScience Managers have today announced investments in three leading edge biomedical innovations, with $13.3 million from the Biomedical Translation Fund.
3 August 2016 Industry Innovation and Science Australia

Fund to stimulate investment in promising health and medical discoveries

Bill Ferris AC, Chair of Innovation and Science Australia, today welcomed the Government’s new Biomedical Translation Fund (BTF). The $500 million fund will accelerate the development and translation of Australian biomedical discoveries.