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Nov 2022
National Science Week Grants 2023 now open
Grants up to $20,000 are available for individuals and organisations interested in delivering science engagement activities for next year’s National Science Week.
Nov 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.
Nov 2022
Upskilling and diversifying Australia’s cyber security workforce
Eighteen projects have been awarded funding to improve the quality, quantity and diversity of Australia’s cyber security workforce.
Nov 2022
Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith reappointed as the Women in STEM Ambassador
Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith has been reappointed as the Women in STEM Ambassador for a third term to November 2023. Read about her achievements and plans for her third term.
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Dec 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.
Dec 2022
National Reconstruction Fund
National Reconstruction Fund: have your say
Have your say in shaping the design of the Australian Government’s National Reconstruction Fund.
Nov 2022
Industry Innovation and Science Australia
Industry Innovation and Science Australia releases latest annual report
Find out about Industry Innovation and Science Australia’s activities and performance for 2021–22.
Nov 2022
Australian Government continues support for rehabilitating Ranger Uranium Mine
The government has passed a bill to ensure the mine operator can finish rehabilitating the site.
Nov 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.
Nov 2022
Upskilling and diversifying Australia’s cyber security workforce
Eighteen projects have been awarded funding to improve the quality, quantity and diversity of Australia’s cyber security workforce.
Nov 2022
Elevate program awards 50 scholarships to women in STEM of diverse backgrounds
The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering announced the first 50 scholarship recipients for the Elevate: Boosting Women in STEM program.
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1 December 2022
National Reconstruction Fund
National Reconstruction Fund: have your say
Have your say in shaping the design of the Australian Government’s National Reconstruction Fund.
25 November 2022
Upskilling and diversifying Australia’s cyber security workforce
Eighteen projects have been awarded funding to improve the quality, quantity and diversity of Australia’s cyber security workforce.
27 October 2022
National Reconstruction Fund
National Reconstruction Fund: diversifying and transforming Australia’s industry and economy
The Australian Government has committed $15 billion to establish the National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) to help diversify and transform Australia’s industry and economy.
5 October 2022
National Quantum Strategy proposed framework: have your say
Share your feedback on a proposed framework for the National Quantum Strategy. Submissions are welcome until 5 November 2022.
26 September 2022
National Quantum Advisory Committee to strengthen Australia’s quantum industry
The committee will provide expert advice to bolster Australia as a quantum leader.
22 August 2022
2022 update to the List of critical technologies in the national interest: have your say
The 63 technologies identified in the list are current and emerging technologies with the capacity to significantly enhance or pose risk to our national interest.
8 April 2022
Australia’s vision for quantum
Quantum is an emerging technology with the potential to improve our lives and grow Australia’s economy. Watch our quantum introduction video to learn more.
31 March 2022
Funding available for AI and Digital Capability Centres
The Australian Government is offering $44 million to establish AI and Digital Capability Centres, connecting businesses with AI equipment, tools, services, training and expertise.
10 January 2022
Grants available to support artificial intelligence projects in regional Australia
The Catalysing the Artificial Intelligence Opportunity in Our Regions program will provide grants to artificial intelligence projects that benefit regional industries, businesses and communities.
14 December 2021
The National Artificial Intelligence Centre is launched
The Australian Government is delivering on the AI Action Plan with the establishment of the National Artificial Intelligence Centre in CSIRO’s Data61.
17 November 2021
New investment in Australia’s quantum technology industry
The Australian Government is investing in a Quantum Commercialisation Hub and a National Quantum Strategy to further develop Australia’s quantum technology industry.
25 October 2021
Cyber Security Skills Partnership Innovation Fund round 2 now open
Applications for Round 2 of the Cyber Security Skills Partnership Innovation Fund are now open. A total of $60 million in grants is available.