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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 6 April 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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7 February 2023 Critical Minerals Office

Critical Minerals Development Program: virtual information session replay

We’ve published a recording and transcript of the virtual information session for the Critical Minerals Development Program that took place on 25 January 2023.
17 January 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.
2 December 2022 Critical Minerals Office

Have your say on the future of Australia’s critical minerals

We are seeking responses to a discussion paper that will help shape a new strategy for Australia’s critical minerals. Have your say by 3 February 2023.
21 October 2022 Critical Minerals Office

Our commitment to developing Australia’s critical minerals sector

The Critical Minerals Development Program will develop our local industry and support our transition to net zero.
21 October 2022 Critical Minerals Office

Critical Minerals Strategy refresh: register your interest

Register your interest in the refresh of Australia’s Critical Minerals Strategy by 2 December 2022.
23 September 2022 Critical Minerals Office

Critical minerals projects receive $50 million

The Australian Government has committed $50 million to the critical minerals industry.
7 July 2022 Critical Minerals Office

Delegation visit marks first milestone in Australia–India critical minerals partnership

The Critical Minerals Facilitation Office arranged the visit under the Australia–India Critical Minerals Investment Partnership.
6 April 2022 Critical Minerals Office

Critical Minerals Accelerator Initiative guidelines: have your say

Have your say on draft grant opportunity guidelines for the Critical Minerals Accelerator Initiative. Submissions close 6 May 2022.
4 April 2022 Critical Minerals Office

Strategically significant government loan enables development of Australia’s first fully integrated...

The government has announced another loan through the Critical Minerals Facility to continue supporting Australian projects.
16 March 2022 Critical Minerals Office

New strategy to grow our critical minerals sector

Australia is set to become a critical minerals powerhouse by 2030 under the Critical Minerals Strategy.
11 March 2021 Critical Minerals Office

Catch up on CMFO activities

Staff from the Critical Minerals Facilitation Office have been out and about (virtually), contributing to the national and international conversation on critical minerals.
26 October 2020 Critical Minerals Office

New Critical Minerals Prospectus showcases investment opportunities

The government has released a new Australian Critical Minerals Prospectus to boost investment in critical minerals projects.