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Feb 2023
National Battery Strategy: have your say
We are seeking feedback on how to boost Australia’s battery industries. Consultation closes 3 March 2023.
Feb 2023
Australian Space Agency
New space antenna set to transform Australian satellite communications
The University of Tasmania, in partnership with the Australian Space Agency, has unveiled a new sophisticated communications antenna. This major infrastructure will allow new research and commercial opportunities fo...
Feb 2023
Australian Space Agency
Wearable sock to improve human spaceflight health
The University of Canberra has created a wearable sock to counter the effects of microgravity on the human body. This innovation could reduce risk of injuries for astronauts, athletes and older persons.
Jan 2023
Australian Space Discovery Centre
"Twinkle little star”: Early Space Tracking in Australia
Join us in-centre or online on Saturday, 6th May 2023 at 2pm ACDST
Jan 2023
$44 million in grants to support industry-led research projects
Round 13 of Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) grant funding will support 19 projects across Australia.
Jan 2023
Critical Minerals Office
Critical Minerals Development Program grants now open
Australian businesses and state or territory governments can apply for a co-funded grant of up to $30 million to support early and mid-stage critical minerals projects.
Jan 2023
$15.9 million to strengthen women in STEM careers
The Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship grant program awards $15.9 million in grants to strengthen women in STEM careers.
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16 December 2022
National Measurement Institute
International measurement standard for water meters: have your say
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking feedback on the OIML R 49 international measurement standard for water meters. Consultation closes 9 February 2023.
8 December 2022
National Measurement Institute
Annual trade measurement report released after COVID-19 disruptions
The National Measurement Institute has released its compliance report for 2021–22.
28 November 2022
National Measurement Institute
Landmark anniversary for Australia’s measurement system
Australia celebrates a special measurement event: the 75th anniversary of our nation joining the Metre Treaty.
29 August 2022
National Measurement Institute
New compliance plan to build confidence in trade measurement
The National Measurement Institute's latest compliance plan helps support confidence in trade measurement.
18 August 2022
National Measurement Institute
Showcasing National Measurement Institute scientists this National Science Week
Hear from our experts about why science matters and what they love about working in measurement science.
17 August 2022
National Measurement Institute
Winners of the 2022 Metrology Awards announced in National Science Week
Measurement innovation across a range of fields have been showcased at the National Measurement Institute’s (NMI) 2022 Metrology Awards.
4 August 2022
National Measurement Institute
2022 Metrology Awards: a special celebration for National Science Week
Join the National Measurement Institute online on 16 August to recognise outstanding achievements in measurement. Vote for the winner of the People’s Choice Award through live voting.
7 April 2022
National Measurement Institute
Applications open for the 2022 National Measurement Institute awards
Help the National Measurement Institute celebrate and recognise excellence in measurement-related achievements. Applications for the awards close on 17 June 2022.
20 January 2022
National Measurement Institute
Metrological requirements for hydrogen dispensers for vehicles: have your say
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking feedback on pattern approval requirements and test procedures for hydrogen dispensers for vehicles. Submissions are welcome until 4 March 2022.
17 January 2022
National Measurement Institute
International measurement standards for electric vehicle charging stations: have your say
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking feedback on the new international standard for electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS). Consultation closes on 18 February 2022.
3 December 2021
National Measurement Institute
Regulating electric vehicle charging stations: have your say
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking feedback on trade measurement policy for electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS). Consultation closes on 31 January 2021.
30 November 2021
National Measurement Institute
NMI services over the Christmas period
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) laboratories and offices will be closed from Saturday, 25 December 2021 to Monday, 3 January 2022 inclusive, with a few exceptions.