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Jan 2025
Almost $2 million for hands-on STEM experiences for young Australians
Robotics, virtual reality and cybersecurity feature among 26 projects funded by Maker Projects - Community STEM Engagement grants.
Jan 2025
New Green Aluminium Production Credit will support the transition to green metals
Green metals are a priority under the Future Made in Australia plan. An investment of $2 billion will help local production and the shift to net zero.
Jan 2025
$5.5 million to boost Australia’s quantum future
Round 2 of the Critical Technologies Challenge Program (CTCP) invites solutions to market-led challenges in biosecurity, First Nations health, transport and logistics, and energy. Applications close 26 February.
Jan 2025
Plumbing the heart with BiVACOR
BiVACOR’s Total Artificial Heart could revolutionise how we treat heart failure, with OneVentures supporting the company’s goal.
Jan 2025
Gas supply and demand outlook for 2025 quarter 2
The Australian Government will not activate the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism (ADGSM) for the April to June 2025 quarter.
Jan 2025
Innovative crop harvester, faba bean and firefighting robot projects get IGP grants
The Australian Government has awarded over $26.5 million in grant funding to date from the $392 million Industry Growth Program (IGP).
Jan 2025
Dr Cathy Foley ends term as Australia's Chief Scientist
Dr Cathy Foley ended her tenure as Australia’s Chief Scientist on 31 December 2024. Learn about the work and achievements of Australia’s ninth Chief Scientist.
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23 August 2023
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
Decision on the National Radioactive Waste Management Facility (NRWMF) site
The Australian Government no longer intends to pursue the site near Kimba in South Australia for the facility.
2 November 2022
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
Latest round of community grants announced for Kimba community
Nineteen projects worth $2 million have received funding under the Community Benefit Program.
6 September 2022
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
ARWA updates Australia’s national inventory of radioactive waste
The Australian Radioactive Waste Agency has updated the national inventory of radioactive waste for the first time since 2018.
8 April 2022
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
International call for radioactive waste specialists to consider roles in Australia
The Australian Radioactive Waste Agency (ARWA) is seeking expressions of interest for a range of exciting new positions now available in Adelaide in South Australia.
17 February 2022
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
Sponsorship applications are now open for Kimba community activities
Could you use a helping hand to hold an activity for the Kimba community? The Australian Radioactive Waste Agency is offering sponsorship up to $2,000.
29 November 2021
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
Minister declares Napandee as the site for the National Radioactive Waste Management Facility
The Minister for Resources and Water, the Hon Keith Pitt MP, has declared part of the land at Napandee as the site for the National Radioactive Waste Management Facility (NRWMF).
17 November 2021
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
New round of community grants for the Kimba community
Another $2 million in grants will be available in December to support infrastructure projects and new services that will drive economic and social benefits for Kimba and the surrounding region.
26 October 2021
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
ARWA appoints its first CEO
Mr Usher has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Radioactive Waste Agency (ARWA).
3 September 2021
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency community conversation: health
A community conversation on health was held with representatives from Kimba’s Probus Club, Men’s Shed, Lions Club and Senior Citizen’s Club.
11 August 2021
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
National Radioactive Waste Management Facility site declaration: have your say
A National Radioactive Waste Management Facility is one step closer, following the decision to issue an intention to declare Napandee near Kimba as the proposed site for the facility.
11 August 2021
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency community conversation: economic development
A community conversation on economic development was held with councillors and staff from the District Council of Kimba.
23 June 2021
Australian Radioactive Waste Agency
Legislation confirms future of Australia’s nuclear industry
The Parliament of Australia has passed the legislation for the National Radioactive Waste Management Facility.